I've noticed that after my house settled, some of the doors aren't closing properly anymore. I'm looking for the best tool to trim these doors so they can close without any issues. Any suggestions?
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If you're thinking of a quick fix, you can try replacing one screw in each hinge with a longer one, like a 2.5-inch screw, and tightening them. It sometimes helps pull the door back into place. If you need to remove more wood, a door planer or circular saw is your go-to.
For wooden doors, I’d recommend using a cordless power planer. It's great for shaving off any parts that are overlapping the frame. If you want to get fancy, you could use a track saw or a regular circular saw with a guide for a clean cut. But if it’s just a couple of doors, a hand planer could save you some cash!
Definitely! A hand planer is a good budget-friendly option and works fine for small adjustments.
Using a track saw is a pro move! Just make sure to measure twice before you cut.
Have you thought about shimming under the hinges? Just depending on how big the gap is, it can really help without needing to trim the door. Otherwise, a belt sander works well if you just need to remove a little bit.
Yeah, definitely try shimming first before you get into cutting!
That’s a solid idea! Shimming can often be a quick fix.
Good tip! And don’t forget to check the stability of the door frame itself; sometimes, that’s the real culprit.