Most homeowners are installing a new door to replace an old door that’s been damaged or cut short to fit existing flooring—a simple enough fix if you take the time to measure. If the door is short ...

There's a lot of jargon in the construction industry, and it's common for DIYers to see, hear, and even use terms they don't fully understand. Just like with anything, you learn as you go, increasing ...

Q. The house I grew up in had magnificent pocket doors that disappeared into the walls. In several rooms, the two doors would slide out and meet one another so the two rooms could be closed off from ...

Question: I need to install doors at my house. But I’ve never done it. A friend told me to make the rough opening for the door and frame larger than the actual door-frame dimensions. This seems odd to ...

DEAR TIM: The house I grew up in had magnificent pocket doors that disappeared into the walls. In several rooms, the two doors would slide out and meet one another so the two rooms could be closed off ...

Question: While on vacation, I plan to install a few new interior doors around my house. I’m using pre-hung doors. I’ve never hung a door before and could use some tips. I’m lost on what to do when ...