Door Jambs

Paint Behind Strike Plates
Add a professional finish to door-hardware installations with a small, site-made spray box.
Pocket Doors Never Looked So Good
Installation tips and trim details for a modern-style pocket door.
Step-by-Step Install Prehung Exterior Doors
This straightforward method focuses on water management, air infiltration, and smooth operation.
Keep Jambs From Rotting
Seal the jambs as well as the top and bottom edges of interior doors to prevent temperature and humidity from taking their toll.
Fitting Out-of-Level Prehung Doors
Use these two methods for measuring and cutting to install a door when the floor isn't level.
Simple Way to Make Old Walls Straight and Plumb
Use this fast, foolproof method to deal with problematic framing or depth differences when remodeling.
Door Framing and Installation Guide
26 articles and videos full of solid techniques for hanging all types of doors so that they function properly and look great.
Protect Corners During Construction
Drywall corner bead keeps cabinets and trim mar-free during construction.
How to Install Doors in Thick Walls
Superinsulated walls make it challenging to install standard-size door jambs and sills. Energy-efficient-home designer Michael Maines offers some workable solutions.
The Ins and Outs of Exterior Doors
Get a crash course in choosing an entry door, from basic features to premium upgrades.

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