Sliding Cabin Door

Five O'Clock

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The sliding door from my deck into my cabin sticks like crazy. I tried cleaning out the tracks but it still seems to get stuck. It doesn't stick 100% of the time, but most of the time. It becomes very difficult to close and open at times. Any recommendations?
 

tashasdaddy

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Re: Sliding Cabin Door

wd-40, the tracks and wheels, wear out over time,
 

Silvertip

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Re: Sliding Cabin Door

Check the edges of the door for evidence of contact with the door opening. Any finish that has been scrubbed away from the jam or the door itself means that's where the door is dragging. Perhaps changes in humidity is causing the door to swell and shrink causing the binding. But most likely, as suggested, the tracks, wheels, and guides need attention.
 
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