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How to make the sliding door smooth.
When a sliding door track gets gummed up and dirty it can make using the door a hassle and a pain.
This will actually help to move around the lubricant into the harder to reach middle area where the door is constantly sliding and experiencing the friction that makes it stick.
Finally add the 3 in 1 oil along the track.
Your first inclination might be to try to fix the problem yourself.
Simple remedies such as vacuuming the track render the sliding action smooth again.
Use an aerosol lubricant to lubricate all the door rollers.
When you can do it yourself.
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Apply an even coat of white primer to all sides of the door.
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Lightly sand to ensure your entire surface is smooth and ready for paint.
When your sliding door becomes hard to open you may have a problem with the door itself or with the track.
In order to prevent this from happening and becoming a problem it is important to not only get the track clean but also to lubricate the track so that it will slide easily.
Find out what you can do to make your sliding doors open and close more smoothly and when you might need the help of a professional.