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Default Problem with Schlage door lock

I've found a door or 2 in my time where the striker plate (in the wall)
for some reason 'gripped' the spring loaded bolt, so instead of shoving
the bolt into the door, it just 'stuck'.

Drove me nuts because the bolt would push in easy by hand, but wouldn't
retract when the door was closed.

Make sure the striker plate has a gentle curve that will first touch
the bolt on the curved/sloped/slanted portion of the bolt.

That, and a little lube, set mine straight.

Dave