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Front doors, side doors and porch doors all come with locks. Most locks include a deadbolt to keep the home protected and secure. The doors to buildings, such as businesses or malls, have much...
French doors are made up of wood and glass panels. They are often used on patios and balconies to bring light and exterior views into the home. Many models of French doors are available as...
Storm doors are used to protect the entrance doors of a home from wind, rain and other exterior elements. These doors are installed on the exterior side of the entrance doors and are typically...
Hollow core doors are commonly used in residential construction. Although they are not made of solid wood like exterior doors, hollow core units are not truly hollow either. In most cases, they...
The reasons are numerous for installing new interior doors. For starters, hanging new interior doors is a great way to change the look of a home and make a home more modern. In addition, interior...
You can find out if there are any leaks around your windows and doors by completing a few easy tests. All leaks should be sealed to prevent the heat from leaving your home. A home that has leaks...
Bifold doors are often used for closets and pantries. They are a space-saving solution in areas where swinging doors would require too much clearance space. These doors are available in single or...
French doors not installed properly are prone to catching along the top or bottom of the door, or along the door jamb or in the center where the two doors meet. Also, the wood in the French doors...
Door knobs are used throughout homes, inside and out. Because there are many different types of doors, different types of door knobs are used.
Storm doors protect exterior doors from the elements, preserving their appearance and lifespan. They can also offer ventilation and light to the home as well as an extra bit of insulation. In the...
Caulking around the windows and doors is an important step in weatherproofing your home. It will save you money on heating and cooling and will help preserve the wood framing around the windows...
Garage doors need a lot more maintenance than most of the other doors of a home. They are bigger, usually they are mechanically more complicated and they are constantly used. To avoid having...
Storm doors are a second additional door that are installed within the door frames of exterior openings at a house or apartment building. They operate in the same way as a conventional door, but...
Entrance doors come in many shapes and sizes, but a few sizes get frequent use. Figuring out your door size can be quite confusing but may be necessary when you replace or add accessories such as...
Having a built-to-last garage door is a good commodity for any house. There are many types and designs to match a home, but some locations require the doors to have special features that coincide...
Interior doors are often made from wood because of its rich natural coloring and appearance. They may be flush or paneled and have a solid or hollow inner core. While interior doors are made from...
Oh no the garage door’s broken! Well it is 30 years old and it was time for it to be replaced. This is also a great time to replace any windows or outside doors because of the Cash for Clunkers...
Sliding shower doors are more convenient than shower curtains and are easier to clean and maintain and provide the bathroom with a cleaner appearance for the most part. However, the tracks and...
When bifold doors begin to open awkwardly or won't stay closed, a simple do-it-yourself (DIY) repair is all that's needed. With common tools and about 10 minutes of your time, your door can be...
Garage doors are available in a number of different materials to suit a variety of applications. Metal doors are often chosen for their strength, durability and low-maintenance. When it comes to...
The traditional wooden garage door is quickly being replaced by more durable models made from steel and vinyl. For many consumers, it can be difficult to choose between these two materials. While...
Are you remodeling your kitchen and trying to find the best kitchen doors for your new décor? If not, you really should take the door into account when planning your purchases. After all,...
Sliding glass doors are typically installed in homes for access to the backyard or to a patio. They offer additional natural lighting. These doors need to be maintained properly to prevent problems.
With the advent of the open floor plan, kitchen doors have become a rarity. However, many homeowners appreciate kitchen doors for their ability to obscure a sink full of dirty dishes and potent...
Doggy doors provide convenient access for dogs to the backyard or patio. They allow your pet more independence, save you from being disturbed to let the dog in or out, and reduce scratches on...
Metal doors are very commonly used as front doors, garage doors and even shed doors. Since these doors are affected by the outside elements they often get weathered and rusted, especially if they...
Getting a new door for you home can be a great way to dress up the entrance to your home. There are some important things to keep in mind when buying a new front door.
Through either poor installation technique, house settling or shrinking and expansion, doors that once operated smoothly can begin to stick, catch and rub against surrounding jambs and thresholds....
Sliding doors can be drafty, causing high heating and cooling bills. There are steps that you can take to help stop the drafts and keep your heat and air conditioning inside where they belong....
The first step in replacing closet doors is to remove the old ones. Grasp the door on both sides firmly, lift the door up off the bottom track and then set it down on the floor. Keep on holding...
Safety glass is used in applications where breaking glass could cause additional injuries. Automobile windows, glasses worn by construction workers, shower doors and partitions in office complexes...
There’s good news for homeowners looking to save energy while improving the comfort, beauty and value of their homes. The recently passed American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, popularly...
The first step is to size up your patio opening. The opening should already be framed if this is a new house. If not, you will have to frame the opening. In other cases, you may need to remove the...
Aluminum storm windows and doors provide insulation from heat and cold and can save energy and money. There are various sizes and types depending on the structure of the window and age of home....
Pocket doors are sliding doors often found in older Victorian era houses that were used to separate rooms (such as the parlor and den), but could be slid away into the walls, or "pockets," when...
Whether you are adding a new patio onto your home, or simply updating the look of your existing one, installing new patio doors can dramatically improve your home's appearance. By far, the most...
This how-to article serves to instruct its reader on the restoration of wooden storm cellar doors that have been exposed to the elements through time and become weathered and damaged.
Types of Replacement Locks for Doors
Keep your house safe! Learn about types of locks when replacing a door lock in this free home security video from a professional handyman.
How to Prepare & Pour your Paint before Painting a Door
A painting expert shows you how to properly pour paint in this free video on updating old doors.
How to Paint a Door
A painting expert shows you how to properly apply paint to a door in this free video on updating old doors.
Sanding & Cleaning a Door when Remodeling
A painting expert shows you how to sand and clean a door in preparation for painting in this free video on updating old doors.
How to Prime a Door for Painting
A painting expert show you how to apply primer to a door before painting in this free video on updating old doors.
How to Put a Door on its Hinges
A painting expert shows you how to replace the door on its hinges in preparation for painting in this free video on updating old doors.
How to Pour Primer to Prepare to Paint & Update a Door
A painting expert shows you how to pour primer in preparation for re-painting a door in this free video on updating old doors.
Removing Hardware from an Old Door
Learn how to remove the hardware, knobs, and locks, from a door in preparation for painting in this free video on updating old doors.
How to Remove Hinges from an Old Door
A painting expert shows you how to remove the hinges from a door in this free video on updating old doors.
You want to have easy access to your garage, and one way to do that is by having workable garage doors. Garage doors come in a variety of sizes, colors and designs, so the final decision on which...
Here is an article that will explain how to hang, adjust or upgrade sliding closet doors
Barn doors experience a lot of wear and tear. When it's time to replace them, you either can build new doors yourself or purchase ready-made. Each door mounting kit is slightly different, so be...
The neighbor's dog barks at your front door all night long. Or maybe the hallway outside your apartment is busy all night long. Perhaps you like to practice your drums in the middle of the night....