How to Replace Stained-Glass Window Doors
A door with stained-glass window panels can be an attractive architectural feature, but this kind of feature doesn't appeal to everyone. And if it's an exterior door that's older, it probably isn't very energy efficient. If you want to replace a stained-glass door, you will need to do some planning and preparation. Although putting in an exterior door may be a job that's best left to an experienced do-it-yourselfer or a professional installer, you can replace an interior stained-glass door relatively easily. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Measuring tape
- Tarp
- Screwdriver
- Drill with bits
- Screws
- Hinges
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Instructions
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Measure the full length, width and thickness of both your old door and the frame, using a measuring tape. Purchase a replacement door that is exactly the same size as your old door. Measure the distance from the top of your old door to the hinges, and mark the exact place where each hinge should go on the new door.
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Lay a tarp down underneath your old door to catch debris that may fall when you remove the door. The tarp will also catch broken glass if you accidentally break it while you are removing the door.
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Unscrew the hinges from the old door, using a screwdriver or drill. Remove the door, carrying it carefully so as not to break the glass.
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Line up your new door with the existing hinges. Attach the hinges to the door by driving screws through the hinges and into the door itself, securing it in place.
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Tips & Warnings
Instead of junking your door, consider donating it to a nonprofit such as Habitat for Humanity. Habitat's ReStore outlets accept and sell salvaged building materials.
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