This video will show you how to use wd 40 penetrating oil to fix a stubborn or stuck door knob by spraying some wd 40 into the keyhole.
How to fix a sticky door lock.
The fix in instances with a door latch stuck because it is jammed by rust and other materials it is always best to disassemble the lock and do a bit of cleaning.
Ironically by cleaning and oiling them you can fix most locks in a matter of minutes.
Turn the knob to open the door and release the knob slowly.
Below are 3 tips to fix sticky locks.
To fix a sticky lock go purchase a can of wd 40 from your local hardware store.
Many people put up with the aggravation of a sticking door lock for years.
Use the right product resorting to spraying vegetable oil wd 40 sewing machine oil or similar products in the keyhole is a fairly common fix.
This will help to lo.
A sticking door latch might require some lubrication or it might be jamming against the strike plate on the door jamb.
Determine where the sticking is happening.
You should first test the door latch to ensure the latch is sticking inside the door and not due to a misaligned strike plate.
Fixing a few stubborn locks might involve disassembling cleaning and then reassembling the lock.
How to fix a front door lock of a house that is sticking.
To use it you may need to attach the applicator straw to the nozzle of the can if it s not already attached.
An effective front door lock keeps out burglars but when you find yourself struggling to enter your own home it may be time to adjust.
First clean the keyhole with a penetrating lubricant like wd 40.
Letting the components sit fully submerged in a vinegar of about 5 acidity will do the job of separating the gunk from your metal.
The problem however is that oil or grease will eventually make the sticking lock worse.