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Tighten a loose cabinet door hinge

Support the door, snug its hinge screws, and check the alignment.

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A cabinet door hinge being supported and tightened with a screwdriver

Take it one step at a time

Repair steps

  1. Step 1

    Open the door and support its weight; ask someone to hold a heavy door.

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  2. Step 2

    Tighten the hinge mounting screws a little at a time.

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  3. Step 3

    If the door is still crooked, turn the adjustment screw by a small amount.

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  4. Step 4

    Close the door gently and check that it sits evenly without rubbing.

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