Entry Doors

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Door hinges that squeak can be very annoying, but they are easy to fix. Watch this video to find out how.

Watch this video for tips on how to mark the keys on your ring that you use the most, so you can find them easily even in the dark.

Enlarging the lockset hole in a door can be difficult, since there’s nothing to guide the pilot bit. Watch this video to find out how to solve this problem.

Watch this video to find out how to use powdered graphite to fix a door lock that doesn't turn easily.

The hardest part of replacing screen on a screen door is making sure it’s tight and wrinkle free. Watch this video for an easy way to solve the problem.

When trimming a hollow core door, take off less than an inch off each side to avoid cutting into the void beyond the frame. Score the cut line with a utility knife to prevent splintering, then trim the door using a circular saw and guide board. Watch the video to see how it’s done.

Watch this video to find out how to strip paint from door hardware by soaking it in heated household vinegar.

Painting six panel doors with a brush is a chore, but it can be made easier by removing them from their hinges and laying them horizontally. This can be time consuming though if you have to wait for one side to dry before flipping the door over to paint the other side.