How To Fill In Old Door Hinge Mortises

After all of them were in place i went back with the orbital sander on the sides and top to make sure we were as flat and smooth as can be.

How to fill in old door hinge mortises.

Place the tip of a hinge wing up to the front or back side of the door. Line the wing up so it is perpendicular with the outlined spot and if necessary mark this position with a pencil. Adjust the mortising jig to the proper hinge size and door thickness. There was a slight gap between some of the 2 4 pieces and the door frame so luke came in with some finishing caulk and filled it.

Depending on the inserts used jigs can cut mortises with rounded or squared corners squared corners must be finished later with a chisel. A piece of lumber cut to the size of the lock can be used to fill a mortise. Then gently score the spot using your utility knife creating a clear indication of how deep your mortise should be. Install or remove the corner inserts as appropriate.

After that i gave the whole door two coats of kilz primer. Take a plain piece of wood the width of your door and cut it down until it fits into the shape left by your former door hinge. Hold until the glue starts to dry.