Hinge-Gap Seals

When you cover hinge gaps with tape or covering film, the hinges are often still or squeaky. To cure this, just remove a strip of the adhesive tape or covering, as shown. Lay a strip of tape (a) sticky-side up on the bench and secure it with tape (b). Lay two straightedges (c) on the tape, leaving a 3/16-inch (5mm) gap between them. Use thinner to remove the adhesive between the straightedges, and then use...