Sticky Drawers

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How can I unstick my drawers?

Sticky Drawers

Occasionally over time ,wood rubbing over wood coupled with humidity can cause drawers to stick. Paste wax or even rubbing a candle on drawer edges will work. If not, then it might need some professional repair help.

   

Comments

7/25/2006 5:58:08 PM
Carol B said:

thanks for the helpful tip.... my piece is antique so I also sanded the drawer edges and the inside where the slide is. Wood on wood... now wax on wood on wax on wood!




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