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How to replace rusted bathroom door hinges?

alexreed092
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How to replace rusted bathroom door hinges?

Hi I need to replace these rusty bathroom door hinges and have two questions:

 

-What's the best way to remove them/what tools do I need?

-What sort of door hinges are best to replace them with?

 

The width is 2.5 and height is 3.5cm. Thanks in advance!

 

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EricL
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Re: Replace rusted bathroom door hinges

Hello @alexreed092, 

 

Thank you for sharing your question about your bathroom door hinges. Your hinges are fixed in place using blind rivets. To remove them you'll need to drill the center section out and install new ones in. As for the hinges, I suggest bringing them to the store and finding similar ones in size. If you can find a stainless steel one in the same size that would be ideal.

 

Here is a handy guide that will help:  How to use a Hand Riveter.

 

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

 

Eric

 

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AlanM52
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Re: How to replace rusted bathroom door hinges?

Hi @alexreed092,

 

I just want to pass on a pop rivet tip.

I recommend even for a one-off job you purchase a good quality HSS drill bit.

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Kango HSS Drill Bit, and also a 5/32" drill bit.

A 1/8th bit from a DIY HSS drill bit set will likely struggle drilling out those pops - sometimes even one pop.

 

Cheers

 

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