Filling a mortise from an old lock is the essential first step to installing a new lock or using the door for other purposes such as a desktop or other use.
How to fill in old door hinge mortises.
This may include covering over any wood stains left by the hinge.
After all of them were in place i went back with the orbital sander on the sides and top to make sure we were as flat and smooth as can be.
Depending on the inserts used jigs can cut mortises with rounded or squared corners squared corners must be finished later with a chisel.
Take a plain piece of wood the width of your door and cut it down until it fits into the shape left by your former door hinge.
Adjust the mortising jig to the proper hinge size and door thickness.
Line the wing up so it is perpendicular with the outlined spot and if necessary mark this position with a pencil.
Place the tip of a hinge wing up to the front or back side of the door.
Hold until the glue starts to dry.
A piece of lumber cut to the size of the lock can be used to fill a mortise.
Then gently score the spot using your utility knife creating a clear indication of how deep your mortise should be.
There was a slight gap between some of the 2 4 pieces and the door frame so luke came in with some finishing caulk and filled it.