The only place a door should randomly creep open is inside a well-designed haunted house. In any normal home, however, doors that open or shut on their own are a big nuisance. They can lead to noise issues, privacy concerns, and uneven heating or cooling between rooms. Fortunately, there’s an easy DIY solution for doors…
An Open-and-Shut Solution
First, grab a hammer and a flathead screwdriver. Head over to the door in question and remove one of the hinge pins. (We recommend removing one pin at a time to keep the door in place; in many cases, adjusting just a single pin will solve the problem.)
To remove a pin from the door hinge, place the screwdriver tip against the bottom of the pin and tap the handle with the hammer. This pushes the pin upward, exposing the head so you can pull it out.
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Next, you’ll create a slight bend in the pin. This adds just enough friction to prevent the door from drifting while keeping it in working order. Lay the pin on a durable surface and tap the center with a hammer until a slight bend forms. Be careful not to overdo it, as a sharp bend will make the pin impossible to reinsert. If the bend is slightly too sharp, you may be able to tap it straight with a hammer. But if the pin is severely kinked, you’re better off replacing it. Remember: A subtle curve is all you need.
Finally, return the pin to the hinge. Place it into the top of the hinge and lightly tap it down with your hammer until it’s flush. Just like that, the door should stop drifting. If it’s still giving you issues, repeat the process with one of the other pins — most interior doors have three, so it may take a bit of trial and error.
