Window and Door Installation - Page 17 of 26

Hinge Adjustment for a Door’s Final Fit
Easy adjustments to screws, mortises, and hinges on interior doors contribute to a perfect fit.
A Flat-Seam Copper Roof for a Bay Window
When installed properly, this centuries-old roofing can last a lifetime.
A Basement Bedroom Demands an Egress Window
Providing natural light, fresh air, and a code-compliant exit can be the most important aspect of any basement remodel.
How to Build a Simple Door Buck
Low on materials and high on utility, this door buck can be made with ease.
A Simple Approach to a Paneled Passageway
Starting with a prehung door, you can create an elegant vestibule by adding frame-and-panel jamb extensions.
A Fast, Foolproof Method for Fitting Doors
With plywood strips and hot-melt glue, you can make a template that guarantees a perfect fit.
How to Trim the Bottom of a Door
When you need to cut the bottom of a door, use a straightedge, a circular saw, and these tips for an accurate and clean job.
Another approach to installing prehung doors
When I see a fellow carpenter install a prehung door the old-fashioned way with layers of opposing shims, I shake my head. Why hasn’t my new and improved way caught…
Make Your Own Shim Gauge
This handy homemade tool takes the guesswork out of shimming doors and windows.
Replacing a Door Threshold
Learn how to make and fine-tune the template, then measure, cut, and replace the threshold like a pro.

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