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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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It's so hot one of my french doors wont close. I live alone in a ground floor flat so as you can appreciate safety is now a concern. I've tried WD40 on it but its not helped. Any suggestions? |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Wait until it’s a little cooler. If it’s warped, it may relax as the temperature drops.
Or give it a kick from outside. "
you mean wait until Wednesday? That's not an option  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"sounds like the heat may have made them swell,, i take there upvc"
Yes they are pvc. Starting to get a bit panicky now, ive tried lifting it, pushing , pulling...... |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Wait until it’s a little cooler. If it’s warped, it may relax as the temperature drops.
Or give it a kick from outside.
you mean wait until Wednesday? That's not an option "
Get some hot, burly men to come and ‘secure’ the property. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Wait until it’s a little cooler. If it’s warped, it may relax as the temperature drops.
Or give it a kick from outside.
you mean wait until Wednesday? That's not an option
Get some hot, burly men to come and ‘secure’ the property. "
I’m local but I’m not burly and I know absolutely nothing about doors. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Wait until it’s a little cooler. If it’s warped, it may relax as the temperature drops.
Or give it a kick from outside.
you mean wait until Wednesday? That's not an option
Get some hot, burly men to come and ‘secure’ the property. "
If only I knew some burly men lol
Looks like a no sleep night at this rate |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"A quick search says you may be able to hose it to try and cool it, no idea how safe that may be though "
Ah thanks, shame I dont own a hose lol. But youve the right idea, it needs to cool down somehow.... |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"A quick search says you may be able to hose it to try and cool it, no idea how safe that may be though
Ah thanks, shame I dont own a hose lol. But youve the right idea, it needs to cool down somehow...."
You could try a jug or bottle of water and do it a few times. |
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Hi there, I can perfectly understand why you are worried.
Firstly don't fear - the door will sort itself out but the alignment has gone slightly as the uPVC and aluminium expands on the heat.
If you know the make and model of the door then you can usually figure out how to adjust the hinges but in truth that's a faff. Best thing for now is wait until after 10.00 pm and then try - I know, not the most convenient of solutions but this is only going to be an issue for a couple of days. Its not worth getting a locksmith out to tune the door and then find you have the same issue when the temp drops come the autumn/winter cold snaps.
I fear Im not much help but hopefully you are reassured its not a permanent issue.
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Try closing it a bit later once its started to cool down if that doesnt work poyr lots of cold water over it"
Good shout. I'll see how I go about 10pm, the sun is starting to move round now |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"It might sound stupid but you could cover them with old towels or sheets soaked in water maybe a fan too. Cooling by evaporation is very effective. Never done it on upvc though."
I'll take any advice, stupid or not lol
I'm throwing cold water on both the doors, if it doesnt work I'll see how it fairs later tonight |
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"OP, I've just adjusted mine, it had dropped over time. Is yours catching on the bottom of the frame? X
Yes it looks to be where its catching"
Right, there will be 2 or 3 hinges with covers on them, the little covers can be popped off to reveal probably an Allen screw. Turn the screws clockwise which will lift the door. Keep trying and turning bit by bit.
But you'll need an Allen key, about 4 or 5 mm x |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Has it cooled down where you are for you to try closing? X"
Yes! All sorted now, finally cooled enough. Thanks to everyone who contributed and the private messages of offer of assistance. You're a great bunch.
Gonna sleep well tonight  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Has it cooled down where you are for you to try closing? X
Yes! All sorted now, finally cooled enough. Thanks to everyone who contributed and the private messages of offer of assistance. You're a great bunch.
Gonna sleep well tonight "
Lots of z's hopefully!  |
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By *harpDressed ManMan
over a year ago
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"Has it cooled down where you are for you to try closing? X
Yes! All sorted now, finally cooled enough. Thanks to everyone who contributed and the private messages of offer of assistance. You're a great bunch.
Gonna sleep well tonight "
Maybe just windows open tomorrow? |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Has it cooled down where you are for you to try closing? X
Yes! All sorted now, finally cooled enough. Thanks to everyone who contributed and the private messages of offer of assistance. You're a great bunch.
Gonna sleep well tonight
Maybe just windows open tomorrow? "
Indeed. Learnt my lesson  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Has it cooled down where you are for you to try closing? X
Yes! All sorted now, finally cooled enough. Thanks to everyone who contributed and the private messages of offer of assistance. You're a great bunch.
Gonna sleep well tonight
Lots of z's hopefully! "
Hopefully! |
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