Window and Door Installation - Page 3 of 26

Installing a Mortise Lockset
Mortise locksets combine security and convenience; follow these guidelines to install one.
Refurbishing Old Double-Hung Windows
Follow these steps to restore a classic wood window.
Replacing a Pane of Glass
Renovation pro Mike Litchfield explains how to cut, set, and glaze a new pane in a wood window.
Installing and Flashing Skylights
Getting the flashing right is the key to a leak-free installation.
Installing French Doors
The biggest challenge is fine-tuning where the doors meet in the middle.
6 Steps to Install an Exterior Door
Follow the guidelines for prepping the opening, dry-fitting the door, installing the exterior frame, and sealing, casing, and flashing the frame.
Ordering Doors
Consider these factors when ordering exterior or interior doors.
Weatherstripping Door Frames
Learn how to seal under the door and weatherstrip the jambs.
How to Frame Rough Openings
10 articles and videos to help you ensure your walls are ready for installing windows and doors.
What You Need to Know When Working With Hannoband Tape
An expert builder shares his experience using this expanding-foam tape as an alternative to traditional spray foam to seal gaps around new windows.

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