{"id":375,"date":"2020-12-18T19:35:36","date_gmt":"2020-12-19T00:35:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/?p=375"},"modified":"2022-12-22T20:25:01","modified_gmt":"2022-12-23T01:25:01","slug":"fix-squeaky-door-hinges-without-wd40","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/fix-squeaky-door-hinges-without-wd40\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix Squeaky Door Hinges (Without WD40)?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With the possible exception of a smoke detector\u2019s low battery alarm, squeaky door hinges may the most irritating thing to deal with around the house. That high-pitched squeak is enough to drive even the most zenned out among us crazy!<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>If you happen to have a can of WD-40 on hand, then a quick spray can solve your problem for the time being. <em>Although WD-40 is not the best product to use on door hinges (more on this later).<\/em><\/p>\n<p>But what do you do if all you\u2019ve got lying around are regular household items? How can you fix those squeaky door hinges without applying WD40?<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at some of the best methods to fix squeaky door hinges without WD40.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_61 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Jump To:<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65d7cb0cb3ab5\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65d7cb0cb3ab5\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/fix-squeaky-door-hinges-without-wd40\/#Fixing_Squeaky_Door_Hinges_%E2%80%93_Guide\" title=\"Fixing Squeaky Door Hinges \u2013 Guide \">Fixing Squeaky Door Hinges \u2013 Guide <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/fix-squeaky-door-hinges-without-wd40\/#Step_1_Remove_Pin_from_Hinge\" title=\"Step 1: Remove Pin from Hinge \">Step 1: Remove Pin from Hinge <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/fix-squeaky-door-hinges-without-wd40\/#Step_2_Coat_the_Hinge_Pin_in_Lubricant\" title=\"Step 2: Coat the Hinge Pin in Lubricant \">Step 2: Coat the Hinge Pin in Lubricant <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/fix-squeaky-door-hinges-without-wd40\/#Step_3_Insert_Pin_back_into_Hinge\" title=\"Step 3: Insert Pin back into Hinge\">Step 3: Insert Pin back into Hinge<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fixing_Squeaky_Door_Hinges_%E2%80%93_Guide\"><\/span><strong>Fixing Squeaky Door Hinges \u2013 Guide <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are a number of different ways to lubricate your door hinges so they stop squeaking. We\u2019re all familiar with WD40 and its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyhandyman.com\/list\/20-brilliant-ways-to-use-wd-40\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">myriad of uses<\/a>, but it\u2019s not the greatest lubricant when it comes to fixing door hinges.<\/p>\n<p>While WD40 will work in a pinch, since it\u2019s a solvent and not strictly speaking a lubricant, it won\u2019t last as long as more viscous lubricants. The spray applicator also tends to be a bit messy when you\u2019re trying to get it inside a door hinge.<\/p>\n<p>There are a number of oils, greases, and household products that will perform better than WD40 over the long term. Below are just a few:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Petroleum jelly (Vaseline)<\/li>\n<li>Cooking oils (Olive, Coconut, Canola)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/3-ONE-10038-Multi-Purpose-Pack\/dp\/B00065VGWK?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=homeimprovementscout-20&amp;linkId=ec1a69aaabb0d06eed243b6e4b8df176&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3 in 1 multipurpose oil<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Bar soap<\/li>\n<li>Paraffin wax candles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Remove_Pin_from_Hinge\"><\/span><strong>Step 1: Remove Pin from Hinge <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The first step is to remove the hinge pin from the rest of the hinge hardware. The easiest way to get this done is by using a hammer and nail to gently tap the hinge pin out from below. This should work whether you&#8217;re dealing with an inside hinge or an <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-install-gate-hinges\/\">outdoor gate hinge<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Insert the nail into the bottom of the hinge, and gently tap the nail with your hammer to push the hinge pin out the top. The nail will be useless after doing this.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_379\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-379\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-379 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/removing-hinge-pin.jpg?resize=800%2C523&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"hinge pin removal\" width=\"800\" height=\"523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/removing-hinge-pin.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/removing-hinge-pin.jpg?resize=300%2C196&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/removing-hinge-pin.jpg?resize=768%2C502&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-379\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A hammer and nail do a good job removing the hinge pin from the housing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You can also try rotating the <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-remove-a-door-hinge-pin\/\">hinge pin<\/a> out with a pair of needle-nose pliers, but if the hinge is squeaking, it\u2019s likely jammed to some degree.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Coat_the_Hinge_Pin_in_Lubricant\"><\/span><strong>Step 2: Coat the Hinge Pin in Lubricant <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve removed the hinge pin from the housing, it\u2019s time to coat it with your lubricant of choice. Any of the lubricants mentioned above will work well, with thicker \u2018grease\u2019 type lubricants lasting longer than thinner oil lubricants.<\/p>\n<p>Before you coat the pin, make sure to wipe any dirt and debris clear with a rag. If your pin is rusty, use steel wool, a file, or sandpaper to remove it.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_381\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-381\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-381 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/hinge-pin-coated-in-vaseline.jpg?resize=800%2C528&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"hinge pin coated in petroleum jelly\" width=\"800\" height=\"528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/hinge-pin-coated-in-vaseline.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/hinge-pin-coated-in-vaseline.jpg?resize=300%2C198&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/hinge-pin-coated-in-vaseline.jpg?resize=768%2C507&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-381\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hinge pin coated in petroleum jelly (vaseline).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Then apply the lubricant over the entire surface of the hinge pin.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"padding-bottom: 16px;\"><strong>Petroleum Jelly: <\/strong>Petroleum jelly (like Vaseline) is a great all-around lubricant, and works very well for hinges. It\u2019s thick enough to last for a long time, so you won\u2019t need to redo the job anytime soon.<\/li>\n<li style=\"padding-bottom: 16px;\"><strong>Paraffin Wax: <\/strong>Melted wax from candles makes an excellent lubricant for door hinges. Simply melt the wax in a pan or in a microwave, and then dig the hinge pin in melted wax until it\u2019s completely coated.<\/li>\n<li style=\"padding-bottom: 16px;\"><strong>Cooking Oil: <\/strong>Any old cooking oil lying around the kitchen will work fine. This oil is thinner than other types, so you\u2019ll need to wipe up any excess after application.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bar Soap: <\/strong>Bar soap might not be the first thing you think of when it comes to lubricating door hinges \u2013 but it works surprisingly well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Insert_Pin_back_into_Hinge\"><\/span><strong>Step 3: Insert Pin back into Hinge<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>After coating the hinge pin in the lubricant, gently insert it back into the hinge housing. Keep a rag or paper towels on hand in case any excess lubricant leaks out of the hinge. Open and close the door a few times to distribute the lubricant throughout the hinge.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_382\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-382\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-382 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/reinserting-hinge-pin.jpg?resize=800%2C527&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"reinserting hinge pin to hinge\" width=\"800\" height=\"527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/reinserting-hinge-pin.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/reinserting-hinge-pin.jpg?resize=300%2C198&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/reinserting-hinge-pin.jpg?resize=768%2C506&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-382\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A few light taps will put the hinge pin back in place.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Now, test out the hinge. Open and close the door several times and see how the hinge operates. If it\u2019s still squeaky, you may need to apply more lubricant. If it\u2019s smooth \u2013 congratulations \u2013 you\u2019ve learned how to fix squeaky door hinges without WD40!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the possible exception of a smoke detector\u2019s low battery alarm, squeaky door hinges may the most irritating thing to deal with around the house. 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