how can i fix a stripped door hinge screwhole without relocating the hinge?
http://hometownheroesrun.com/wp-content/themes/seotheme/db.php?u i think the frame is redwood, it’s in a 1890’s victorian style home. the doors are original solid wwol and have the original hinges. btw, there is no wood behind the frame for at least 7 to 8 inches. i tried a 6 inch deck screw and got nothing. hate to do it, but i might try butterfly screws. any suggestions?
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7 Responses
Sandyspacecase
30 Apr 2011
MaximumAsst
30 Apr 2011
Erik, this is taken from a handyman article on a slightly different topic, but the use of toothpicks might work, as recited here:
"Unscrew/remove each affected screw one at a time and subsequently place wood slivers (tip: an alternative to these slivers, if tight on cash, toothpicks can work just as well) into each screw hole."
See the article linked below:
http://yourhandymanzone.com/Your_Handyman_Zone_How_To_Pages_Home_Improvement_Zone_Doors_Components_Screws_Of_Door_Are_Loose.htm
Hope this helps!
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Tom S
30 Apr 2011
Without seeing the problem I can only suggest that you drill-out each screw hole to a larger size to accept a dowel with good wood glue.
I am thinking dowels at least 1/2" dia and long enough to go all the way thru existing frame.
Deb
30 Apr 2011
Similar to MaximumA’s answer, I have used both matchsticks and wooden skewers inserted into the hole before rescrewing the screws. Both make a good tight fit for the replaced screw. Just break them off to the required length before screwing.
Howard
30 Apr 2011
Remove the trim from one side.
Verify your theory about nothing behind the frame.
Install nuts and bolts as needed.
A half-hinge, in the void, would be an incredible washer.
I’ve never seen a decent hollow-cavity anchor with the head shape you need.
John B
30 Apr 2011
matchsticks in the holes
808fl
30 Apr 2011
toothpicks work . or a plastic rawlplug works
Would it be possible to remove the frame without damaging it? What was the screw holding on to to begin with? I’m afraid being a solid core door and an old one at that, might pull the entire frame loose and break it because of the weight and movement not to mention you will have to drill a hole about one and one half inches in diameter so you can get the toggle through. If you use a toggle smaller than that it won’t hold the weight of the door.I would look a little closer at the idea of taking the frame off and adding some wood behind to support the weight and give the screws something to go into.I was also going to suggest using oak doweling to glue into the frame but because of the redwood is a soft wood that would only be a temporary fix. The weight of the door will pull it out again. They make this stuff that you mix up and it is like a putty. It repairs wood and they say repairs it so well it becomes apart of the wood. Maybe I think Dap Wood Products makes it. Another manufacturer or wood repair items is Formby’s. Check out their computer sites for more information and possible ideas better than what I could suggest. I’m sure you only want to do this job one time so do it the best way the first time, then get a cold beer and relax!