How to Install a Door Knob

How to Install a Door Knob

You’ve completed your door installation, and the final touch is to install a door knob or handle. Or, maybe you just want to replace a knob with a new one. When using a handle, be sure it is a universal handle for both left and right hand doors, or be sure to...
Installing a Door With a Sidelight

Installing a Door With a Sidelight

Installing a door with a sidelight attached can dramatically add to the aesthetic appeal of your home’s exterior. However, it requires just a little extra attention; especially if the sidelight is attached to hinge side of the door. In this situation, there is...
Cutting and Installing Trim

Cutting and Installing Trim

image: lowes.com In this guide, we’ll cover how to cut and install trim and casing for both doors and circle top windows. We’ll cover some commonly overlooked tips and tricks that will help you get the perfect installation.  How to Install Door Casing...
How to Shim a Door

How to Shim a Door

Need to learn how to shim a door? The following door installation instructions are to be used when you install pre-hung doors. Here is a list of steps for door shimming. Included are some general tips for installing a door.  Check the rough opening dimensions The...
Painting and Finishing Doors and Trim

Painting and Finishing Doors and Trim

Aside from a proper installation, painting and finishing your doors is seemingly the most pivotal step in the process, as it’s the one the most people will see and notice. There are obvious reasons why you need to have properly finished doors, but making sure...