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    tdmc1 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jan 15, 2010, 03:19 PM
    Interior door hits jam
    Door will not shut after putting hinges on a new door. Can I cut the hinge in deeper?
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    Jan 15, 2010, 04:31 PM

    How does the door fit without the hinges?
    Never seen them recessed beyond flush.
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    Jan 15, 2010, 04:31 PM
    Hi Tdmc:

    Cutting the hinge in deeper is not usually a good idea. Most likely, you will be better to take a plane and shave the door down to fit the frame.

    Let us know if this makes sense... OK?

    MARK
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    Jan 16, 2010, 04:10 AM

    Hi Tdmc

    Hinges should be cut flush with side of door. This will give u the space needed so door will operate correctly and not hit jamb on hinge side.

    If the door is not drilled for passage set, u can plan that edge until door fits. Do not plane this edge if holes for passage set are already drilled. Plane edge with a 5 degree pitch with low side of pitch toward the door stop.

    If holes are already drilled, mark door where it hits jamb. Transpose this measurement to hinge side. Add 1/8 inch.This will give u the spacing u need for door to fit correctly.

    God luck

    Chuck
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