Exterior French Doors

Installing French Doors
The biggest challenge is fine-tuning where the doors meet in the middle.
Episode 39: Septic, House Flipping, Showers, Doors
Featuring cautionary tales of injury, blood, infection, and close calls.
Bring in the Natural Light
French doors permit daylight to show off a painted floor.
Retrofitting French Doors
Install hinged patio doors so that they work perfectly, even in an out-of-plumb wall.
Installing Exterior French Doors: Hang Screen Doors
Complete the French door project by installing the screen doors.
Installing Exterior French Doors: Install Flashing and Hardware
Begin with the side flashing and the head flashing, install the handle and the rest of the hardware, and then air-seal the door.
Installing Exterior French Doors: Adjust for Plumb, Level, and Square
French doors are notoriously difficult to install so that they operate correctly, so take the time to make any necessary adjustments.
Installing Exterior French Doors: Fit the Doors
With the opening prepared, dry-fit the doors to check that everything is good and then apply the sealant and install the doors permanently.
Installing Exterior French Doors: Prepare the Rough Opening
The first job is to check the opening for plumb, level, and square.
Installing Exterior French Doors: Introduction
Watch the entire process of adding a new patio door to an existing house, from preparing and air-sealing the rough opening to installing the handles and screen doors.

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