2007-07-02 16:05:49 · 7 answers · asked by A.K. 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
They are based on tension, and some parts may be adjustable. Bolts may be too tight.
If rust, or corrosion is a problem, you may want to clean the metal with wd-40, and use a light household oil on hinges, or bolts.
Good luck. And don't make it too loose. Hate to see you hurt yourself.
2007-07-02 16:17:32 · answer #1 · answered by Suzi Q 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
if it sticks you need tofind the sticking points and sand or oil.If its weight you need to counter balance . This would be adding allitle extra wieght to the bottom of stairs, such as steel plates. then counter balance the closeing part of it by running a rope frome the bottom of stairs up into attic around a pully and hang a buckit of sand, or concrete block from it.
2007-07-04 07:33:34 · answer #2 · answered by Shawn & Brenda M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WD 40 will actually break down the oil on the hinges, use household oil, in a pinch use cooking oil.
2007-07-02 16:50:56 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's not the metal that's causing the friction, try taking a strip of sandpaper and sanding between the wooden moving parts. Otherwise, WD-40 the metal parts like Matt said. I love the stuff - it's like duct tape or SuperGlue......can't be w/o it. :)
2007-07-02 16:20:17 · answer #4 · answered by windandwater 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WD 40 the hinges, or some other lubricant should help you with your problem.
2007-07-02 16:13:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
WD 40
2007-07-02 18:27:35 · answer #6 · answered by brainstorm 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you need to install a better hinge - like a "Strap Hinge."
2007-07-02 16:28:57 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋