How to Fix Doors That Won't Close

Summary by Krater

Leah from See Jane Drill demonstrates how to fix a swollen door that won't close due to high humidity by planing the hinge side and reinstalling the hardware.

From the video

Answers: How do I fix a door that won't close because it is swollen?

• door repair
• swollen door
• planing a door
• door hinge adjustment
• carpentry

What it concludes

• A swollen door caused by high humidity can be fixed by removing the door and planing 1/16 of an inch off the hinge side.
• After planing the bare wood on the hinge side of the door, it is necessary to paint it to prevent future swelling.