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Screwdriver |
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Pencil |
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Putty Knife |
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Wood Filler |
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Sandpaper |
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| Solution: |
| A cabinet that won't latch can just be a nuisance. Don't put up with it, because it's really very easy to fix. Most likely the problem is the small catch inside the cabinet. |
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Try tightening the screws. If the screws loosen up, the catch won't hold the door properly. |
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If the cabinet door still won't stay closed, the screw holes may be too big for the screws. If that's the case, trace around the catch plate with a sharp pencil and then remove the plate. |
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Use some wood filler and a putty knife to fill in the old screw holes. This will ensure that the new screws will stay right in place. Allow the putty to dry thoroughly. |
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When the putty has dried, sand the area for a nice even finish. |
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Put the catch back into place (it will be easy to position because you marked the area off with your pencil). Tighten up all the screws. |
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