Striker Plate Missing Window Door Maint

In this case adjust both plates in the same manner.

Striker plate missing window door maint.

Skip to main content. Gatehouse 1 1 8 in w x 4 7 8 in l stainless steel. The family handyman suggests covering the strike plate with masking tape and smearing lipstick on the latch. H x 1 1 8 in.

Locate the two adjusting screws at the bottom of the door on the face or edge of the door and pry off the trim caps that cover the screws. T interior door and another for a 1 3 4 in. If one side looks lower raise it until the door looks even on the track photo 1. This fix a latch strike plate repair kit is constructed this fix a latch strike plate repair kit is constructed of stamped steel and white plastic components and it comes in a brass plated finish.

If the door still sticks turn both screws a quarter turn to raise the whole door. Find strike plates at lowe s today. Best seller prime line security deadbolt strike for use with wood or metal doorjambs 2 3 4 in. Enlarge the strike plate hole.

The processing and shipment of your order may take longer than usual. Open the door so you can find and access the strike plate on the jamb. We are doing our best to fill all orders in a timely manner. Due to covid19 we have implemented practices to protect the well being of our employees and customers.

If a strike plate is out of place it can cause annoying problems like a noisy rattling noise when you open and close the door as well as a wood door that refuses to stay shut. The kit includes a strike plate for use with a 1 3 8 in. When you close the door the lipstick transfers to show if the latch is hitting the strike plate too high too low or just right. Identify material product.

Gatehouse steel entry door deadbolt strike plate. Check where the latch on the door hits the strike plate on the frame. In addition we have been advised by our parcel. For some doors there may be 2 strike plates one for the door latch and one for the deadbolt.

Locate your unit id serial number on your window or patio door. Or less remove the strike plate and enlarge its hole with a file. Once you have this information go to our online parts store to order your part. For pricing and availability.

Find a store near me. If the latch misses the strike plate hole by 1 8 in. W steel satin nickel. The strike plate is nearly always secured in place by 2 screws one at the top one at the bottom.

A half round file matches the curve of the latch hole. This kit can be used to easily repair a door that fails to latch when it is closed.