Why is it hard to put my key in the lock?

The Lock May Be Dry, Causing the Pins to Get Stuck Just like anything else that works mechanically, a lock may be useless if it gets too dry. While your key may fit correctly, a stuck pin can cause your key to no longer go in the lock. Dryness can also cause the pins to move incorrectly.

How do you fix a stiff door key?

Lock is stiff and difficult to open You can apply some graphite spay or silicone based lubricant in the lock, put the key back in and turn it a few times. Never use oil based products such as WD-40 to lubricate locks because although they may help initially, they tend to cause problems with clogging later on.

How do you smooth a keyhole?

Simply rub the teeth of the key with a sharp pencil until the surface is covered with graphite. Don’t be shy, load it up with a thick coat! Then insert the key into the lock again, which will deposit the graphite into the lock. Do this several times, if needed, until the key glides in smoothly.

Why can’t I get my key out of the door?

Jiggle the key while pulling outward gently. Avoid pulling hard, which merely binds the key against the lock pins. The up-and-down motion of jiggling may free the teeth that are stuck in the lock pins so you can pull out the key.

Can you spray WD-40 in a door lock?

The simple answer is you should not use WD40 to lubricate locks. WD-40 is one of the solvent-based lubricants and does not contain any lubricant and over time can make your lock even stickier by gumming the lock up.

Why does my key get stuck in the door?

The culprit could be just a loose part of the lock assembly, a sharp burr or ridge on a new key, or a bend in an old one. Forcing a key can cause it to break off in the lock, so take a deep breath and give one of these easy fixes a try.

How do you loosen a stiff door lock?

How to Loosen Up a Tight Lock

1. Insert the lubricant’s supplied, spray-directing straw into the can’s spray nozzle.
2. Position the straw near the center of the lock’s key hole.
3. Spray a small amount of lubricant on the lock’s key.
4. Insert the key into the key hole and pull it out again.

How do you lubricate a doorknob?

The quickest way to do this is to spray WD-40 directly into the keyhole, around the latch, along the tube of a deadbolt and around the handle, and then turning the mechanism repeatedly, spreading the lubricant around inside. You only need to do this once a month or so to keep them all in near-new condition.

What do you do when your key gets stuck?

Jiggling the key – Another easy method for removing a stuck key is to push down on the key cylinder with your left index finger while simultaneously jiggling the key with your right hand. This can loosen the grasp of the springs and pins located inside the cylinder and allow the key to slide out.