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Lubricate door hinges and hardware
Trigger
Squeaking / sticking
Who does it
DIY
Est. time
10 min
Est. cost
$5
Difficulty
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Step by step
Open the door fully to access the hinge pins.
Apply a few drops of household oil or silicone spray to each hinge pin.
Work the door back and forth to distribute the lubricant.
Wipe away any excess to avoid drips on flooring.
Lubricate locksets and deadbolts with a dry graphite or PTFE lubricant, not oil.
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