Advice needed on bathroom window that doesn't close properly

dazzystar · 9 Feb 2026

Hi All,

We've a wooden bathroom window which has one main opening window and one very small one. Both of them need to be slammed really hard in order to close them. I'm not good at heights so can't go outside to see. Is there a trick to sanding down edges of wooden windows to stop them jamming and identifying where you need to sand?

Cheers
Daz

Harry Bloomfield · 9 Feb 2026

dazzystar said:
Is there a trick to sanding down edges of wooden windows to stop them jamming and identifying where you need to sand?

Usually, there will be scuff marks, on the paintwork, where they are catching. Perhaps the hinges simply need some adjustment?

foxhole · 9 Feb 2026

Could just be worn/sticking hinges, have you lubricated?

dazzystar · 9 Feb 2026

I can see where it appears to be rubbing on the inside of the window frame on a couple of parts of the frame. I haven't inspected the hinges to be fair. Thanks for replying too.

stevie888 · 9 Feb 2026

This time of year it's likely the wood has swelled which won't help.

opps · 9 Feb 2026

Assuming that they have screwed hinges, have you tried to tighten the screws?

dazzystar · 9 Feb 2026

i'll look in the morning but dont think the hinges are loose

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Advice needed on bathroom window that doesn't close properly

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