Doors

Split-jamb doors have some advantages: they have casing installed already, which offers a little wiggle room in old houses in terms of accommodating wall thickness. by Rick Arnold

by Chris Green

Preinstall the trim and get the flashing details right to create a long-lasting, welcoming entrance to your home by Emanuel Silva

If you know where things go wrong, you can install a door that will swing the way it’s meant to for years to come by Tucker Windover

A hard look at the features and components that enhance a front door's energy efficiency, durability, and aesthetics by Matthew Teague

As the focal point of the house, it's important for the entry door to be appropriate to the house style. Architect Lynn Hopkins provides examples of doors that are appropriate to each of four broad styles: colonial, Victorian, bungalow, and modern. She considers factors such as sticking, windows, decorative elements, and muntin patterns. by Lynn Hopkins

Layers of dye and glaze add instant character to an inexpensive interior door by Peter Gedrys

by Don Mathis

Believe it or not, you need the level only once, and that’s before you ever touch the door by Gary Striegler

A carpenter demonstrates how he uses a jig to measure a door's jamb legs with speed and accuracy by Jim Chestnut

Scott Grice shares his method for framing rough door openings efficiently by Scott Grice

A pro teaches you his three simple rules for framing rough openings efficiently by Scott Grice

Designed with reused materials, this entry for an active family makes use of every inch of space with hooks, cubbies, and lockers

Only once you get your doors tight are you ready to weatherstrip by Jay B. Lane