How To Take A Hinge Pin Out Of The Door

Once the hinge pin is loose you can safely lift the door off its hinges.

How to take a hinge pin out of the door.

Before you start nudging a stuck door hinge pin you must ensure that you have all the right tools. It is better not to use a regular nail to nudge out the pin as it often gets bent. Wait 10 to 15 minutes for the spray to penetrate all the moving parts of the hinge. Then use your hammer to push the nail punch up and under the pin until it dislodges.

Don t try to drive the pins all the way out with the nail you might damage the trim with the hammer. To make this job go smoothly first close and latch the door. Wait for 10 to 15 minutes for the spray to penetrate the hinge. You will need a wedge hammer nail set nail punch and a screwdriver to pry the pin when it is partway out.

Our new hinge pin removal tool called the pin popper is by far the best tool to use to remove hinge pins. Open and close the door a few times to further distribute the lubricant around the hinge. Easy way to remove door hinge with bottom cap. Close the door to take some of the weight off the hinge.

You simply place the tool directly on the hinge knuckles sticking out and make sure the pin on the tool is touching the bottom of the hinge pin. Gather the right tools. Most older homes will have this style door hinge you will need to remove however a lot of newer houses have th. It is very simple and protects both your hands and the door jamb.

Tap the base of the hinge pin gently using a hammer and pop the pin up using a screwdriver. To remove a door hinge pin start by making sure you have a hammer a screwdriver and a nail punch or nail set. Next lodge a book under the door to keep it from toppling over while you unpin it. After they pop up an inch or so try pulling them free with your fingers.

Simply spray the lubricant into the gaps under the hinge cap the hinge bottom and each of the hinge gaps. Then remove the hinge pins by tapping on the bottom of the hinge pin with a nail photo 1.