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Sticking wooden doors

Posted by Andrew Marr, on
How do you fix a sticking front door to an apartment along with one to the bathroom. A couple of tradesman made repairs but the issue returns after several weeks so I need a permanent solution .Am based in SE15
Edward Thompson

Edward Thompson

Hi Andrew if the edge of the door is catching on the frame the door needs planing to suit, it's advisable to plane a leading edge ( the edge of the door is bevelled towards the inside edge) to achieve extra clearance . Once planed bare edges need to be primed, undercoated and top coated to seal the door. If done properly you should have no more problems. Ed

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