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Hey folks,

I noticed some of the trim around this door is bending. I assume it is likely due to humidity but any other possible causes? This is in the basement where it is typically cool.

What do you recommend I do to fix it? Just some simple wood glue and something to hold it in place as the glue dries?

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[โ€“] [email protected] 14 points 23 hours ago (2 children)

That's probably too much warping for humidity. The hinges are probably pulling that side of the door lower.

Do you own this property? If so, I would pull the trim off completely, rehang the door properly, with longer screws through the hinges to hold them up to the framing, and then put the trim back on.

If you rent, call your landlord to do the above.

[โ€“] [email protected] 6 points 23 hours ago

Weight of the door would stretch this side, not shorten it.

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