How Do You Remove A Pin From A Door Hinge

It is very simple and protects both your hands and the door jamb.

How do you remove a pin from a door hinge.

If there is pa. Tap the bottom of the hinge pin with a hammer and screwdriver to pop up the pin. 2 there is no hollow and you need to stick a thin flat head screwdriver right in the tiny gap at the top between the hinge and the pin. Then remove the hinge pins by tapping on the bottom of the hinge pin with a nail photo 1.

Once you have enough space you can use the screwdriver and tap it at an angle from below to get the pin out. Wait for 10 to 15 minutes for the spray to penetrate the hinge. Close the door to take some of the weight off the hinge. Easy way to remove door hinge with bottom cap.

Most older homes will have this style door hinge you will need to remove however a lot of newer houses have th. To make this job go smoothly first close and latch the door. To remove a door hinge pin start by making sure you have a hammer a screwdriver and a nail punch or nail set. Simply spray the lubricant into the gaps under the hinge cap the hinge bottom and each of the hinge gaps.

Then use your hammer to push the nail punch up and under the pin until it dislodges. Lot s of the hinges on our site are available with non removable pins just check in the description or contact us. Next lodge a book under the door to keep it from toppling over while you unpin it. Our new hinge pin removal tool called the pin popper is by far the best tool to use to remove hinge pins.

The procedure for removing the hinge pins is typical to all emtek steel hinge types. 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. Don t try to drive the pins all the way out with the nail you might damage the trim with the hammer. After they pop up an inch or so try pulling them free with your fingers.

Step 1 remove the hinge s threaded pin security plug at the bottom of each hinge pin space using a 3 32 inch allen wrench. Turn the plug clockwise until released. Spray a silicone lubricating spray over the moving parts of the hinge as well as into the top part of the hinge around the pin.