Replace a worn rubber doorstop tip
Replace the push-on rubber cap on a fixed doorstop. Match the cap to the fitting and check that the door handle clears the wall.
- Estimated time
- 10 min
- Skill level
- Beginner
Before you start
Check that the stop body is solid and the old tip is a separate push-on cap. Measure the diameter of the exposed fitting after the cap is off. Match the depth as well, so the new rubber reaches the end and cannot slide sideways.
Tools and materials
- Matching push-on rubber tip
- Cloth
- Ruler
Step-by-step instructions
Identify the fitting
Check that the tip pulls off and that the stop itself is firmly mounted.
Measure the end
Pull off the old tip and measure the exposed end. Match the new tip’s opening and depth to it.
Clean and fit
Wipe the end dry and push on the replacement until it seats fully.
Check the contact point
Open the door slowly and confirm that the rubber touches first and the door handle clears the wall.
Check the result
Open the door slowly from several starting positions. The rubber should meet the door squarely before the handle can touch the wall. Check that the cap stays seated when you close the door again.
Troubleshooting
If the new tip slips off with a light tug, check the inside diameter and try a closer fit.