How To Fix A Stuck Door Lock

Adjust the hinges so that the door is straight.

How to fix a stuck door lock.

Powdered graphite is a dry lubricant that enables metal surfaces to move freely without attracting dirt as traditional lubricants often do. Once that happens getting in and out of doors can be a major hassle. The knob will not turn to retract the stuck. If the gap between the door and jamb is angled then the door isn t square.

Troubleshooting a stuck door latch try to open the door while it is shut. Handle powdered graphite carefully. Once the screws are removed you can take off the door knob by pulling it straight off the post. On older doors you will need to remove the screws in the door knob near the plate.

The latch will not retract even when the knob is turned. The latch will not retract even when the knob is turned. Spray the entire mechanism with spray lubricant and wait for at least 10 minutes before you reinstall it. Start by using a little bit of lubricant and apply more if the lock still sticks.

Otherwise the fine black dust can get everywhere staining surfaces and creating a. Take note of the type of resistance. Sometimes the cause of a stuck deadbolt is a misaligned or out of square door.