Open-and-shut advice on screen doors
Screen doors get a workout. They’re tugged, yanked, flung open, forced shut, kicked around and generally treated pretty roughly. So it’s no wonder your screen door doesn’t close properly. Lou Manfredini, national home-improvement expert from Ace Hardware, offers these troubleshooting tips:
CHECK THE HINGES. Add a drop of 3-in-1 oil or WD-40 to stop the squeaking. If you see rust, remove the pin, clean, then lubricate before reinserting the pin.
CHECK THE WEATHER-STRIPPING. If it’s torn or worn out, replace.
CHECK AND CARE FOR YOUR SCREEN. If torn or stretched, pick up a screen repair kit.
CHECK THE SHAFT ON THE SPRING CLOSURE. If the door closes too slowly or quickly, adjust the tension. And add a few drops of oil. If all fails, replace the closer.
– For more suggestions or tips, visit www.acehardware.com.