How to fix a stiff door

Is a sticky door driving you mad? It's a simple DIY project to tackle the problem, so don't put it off - here are the simple steps to smoothing it out.

Time to complete job: Allow two hours to remove the door, tackle the problem and re-fit.
Approximate budget: Hand planes cost from around £12.

First Steps
Wood swells as it absorbs moisture from the air during damp weather. If you can, wait until the weather is dry before removing any wood from the window or door as the wood will shrink again in the summer months.

For professional advice, see the Institute of Carpenters.