How to install a pre-hung door | The easiest and most efficient way to hang prehung door

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  • How to install a pre-hung door | the single easiest way to hang prehung door. Could be a bedroom door, bathroom door or closet door.
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    0:20 Tools needed
    2:15 Plumb hinge side stud with shims and level
    3:45 Shims to lift bottom of jambs
    4:15 Test fit door
    5:30 Screw hinge side jamb to stud that is plumb with shims
    7:15 Check for uniform reveal on top and latch side of door, shim as needed
    8:50 Screw top and latch side jamb to studs
    11:15 Cut off protruding shims
    Install door handle, latch hardware
    Install trim (door casings)
    Today I'm going to show you quit possibly the most straightforward away to hang a prehung door. This technic doesn't involve any math and minimal tools, so sit back and learn a technic of hanging prehung doors that will wanting you to hang more!
    1: Remove prehung door from packaging and remove all staples or screws from unit. Pay special attention to hinge side.
    2: Plumb the hinge side by fixing framing or adding shims directly to framing to make a plumb surface - VERY IMPORTANT !
    3: Attach door directly to plumb stud (hinge side)
    4: make revel on header consistent and attach to framing
    5: make revel on latch side consistent and attach to framing
    6 - DONE
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Комментарии • 277

  • @erikacummins8112
    @erikacummins8112 3 года назад +25

    This was the best video I've watched on how to put in a door. I actually know nothing when it comes to this kinda stuff. But, I did this with the help of my 14yo son! Thank you!

  • @omarmorales8746
    @omarmorales8746 2 года назад +1

    this has to be the easiest pre hung door install period, great job man I will apply this technique the following week.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      Thanks Omar ! I'm glad it helped you ! makes my day !

  • @jacksagrafsky4936
    @jacksagrafsky4936 2 года назад +1

    I have had a door I have reversed still waiting to be done. I now see it would be so much easier for me to remove the right swinging door and get a pre hung LEFT swing door and follow the easy way you explained the process. I am ashamed that I started something and thought that I could just switch the door and plane the high spots. What a problem I made for myself. Just getting a new door and trim will make MY project so much more easier now. Thank you so much for this video.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад +1

      Jack - thanks for the comment!
      Mike

  • @jamsaanich4993
    @jamsaanich4993 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks man you made that extremely simple to follow.

  • @MRPAYSO75
    @MRPAYSO75 6 месяцев назад

    Best video of this work so far

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  6 месяцев назад

      Thanks ! I know use trim screws… might want to pick them up. Smaller hole

  • @Tattooclownfish71
    @Tattooclownfish71 11 месяцев назад +1

    Hello anyone I had doors made for my mobile home having a lot of trouble I didn’t do all theses steps glad I watched only thing is I need to know how to properly install the hinges correctly is there a video on ur channel ?? Thank u Joey

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  11 месяцев назад

      i don't have a video but there's some handy jiggs out there for that by ryobi. I used prehung so the hinges were already installed

  • @frankhood6899
    @frankhood6899 2 года назад +1

    Straight to it!!! Thanks for this video!!!

  • @etplantation
    @etplantation 2 года назад +1

    Great job. Such simple and accurate instructions!! Helped me a great deal. Keep up the good work!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      I'm glad it helped you ! Thanks for the nice comment !

  • @edwardlee6516
    @edwardlee6516 3 года назад +1

    great down to earth hey we gotta get it done guy love it great video

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад

      Thanks a lot Edward, appreciate the nice comment !
      -Mike

  • @kortvinyard4413
    @kortvinyard4413 3 года назад +1

    This helped me out sooooo much. Thank you!!!

  • @ericanderson7327
    @ericanderson7327 3 года назад +1

    Thanks a lot! Very helpful.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад

      Eric - you are welcome ! Thanks for watching, I appreciate you !
      Thanks
      Mike

  • @johnford3761
    @johnford3761 2 года назад +1

    Advice on what I could do if the stud that will have the hinge side has a slight twist towards the bottom? How can I shim that?

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      run a screw into it to force the stud straight, if framed correctly there should be another stud behind it …. or just persuade it with a couple hammer hits …. if that doesn’t work i’d chisel it off. just make as flat as you can.

  • @Midman1972
    @Midman1972 Год назад +3

    I suppose if you don’t have nail guns, screws are an option. I’ve installed doors for 30 years and never used screws to install interior doors.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  Год назад

      I have about 8 nail guns or more lol(yeah to many) … Just because you’ve done something for 30 years doesn’t make it right, or wrong for that matter. I prefer screws for door installs but if you prefer nails, go wild my man. Maybe one day I’ll prefer nails, who knows, I definitely have changed over the years, I hope for the better! So if nails are truly better, maybe one day I’ll prefer them!
      Happy Holidays Larry !
      Mike

  • @spencercolgan
    @spencercolgan 2 года назад +1

    Very nice job my friend. You have a new subscriber. Where do you live? Are you in the USA?

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      Thanks for subscribing I’m in Pennsylvania. But based on the weather the last few weeks I feel like I live in Canada lol. Happy new year

  • @edwardmmanns7454
    @edwardmmanns7454 Год назад +1

    After doing this for 30 years I am mind blown... where is the Advil.

  • @alltingsalma
    @alltingsalma 3 года назад +1

    Great video! Thanks for the inspiration!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching ! And thanks for the comment !!! Now get out there and hang doors !!!
      Thanks again,
      Mike

  • @jeffzimmerman8217
    @jeffzimmerman8217 Год назад

    Wow, craftsmanship of doors suck. I put in a few doors years ago. I would pull the molding and a screw off of each hinge. Ef it. now we just screw through the molding. And the molding is one piece as its formed with particle board. Thanks for the video. have to relearn how to hang these cheap ass doors.

  • @leegilmour8090
    @leegilmour8090 2 года назад +1

    This guys funny first you always use a 6 foot level especially if your making a RUclips video the way he showed you doesn't work hence the cuts in filming, second you measure the door frame so you don't have a massive gap on one side, third you use a smaller level or a lazer level to check the floor for level what if the latch side needed to go up when you closed the door? You would need to lift it even higher and there would be a big gap at the bottom, fourth you take the door stops of there only pinned on lightly so you can do this, once you have finished you put the door stops back and they hide the screws, 5th you will definitely need more screws on the keeper latch side,

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      lol - door hung two years ago, still plumb, still level, still latches like the day it was installed, actually installed six doors that day, the same way - all still perfect. remember there’s more than one way to skin a cat and there’s more than one way to hang a door. i’ll take your criticism as a learning event, hope you do the same. if your a father, happy father’s day !
      -Mike aka 4ft level guy

  • @marcotoni231
    @marcotoni231 2 года назад

    Man with all those clips around ur waist might as well get a proper tool bag 😂

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      any recommendations?

    • @marcotoni231
      @marcotoni231 2 года назад +1

      @@FamilyDIYtv occidental bags. I’ve had mine for 6 years

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      @@marcotoni231 wow never heard- they’re some nice bags !
      i got amp bags last year - i’ll stick with them until they wear out, then i’ll check these but $$$$

  • @RetrieverTrainingAlone
    @RetrieverTrainingAlone 2 года назад +11

    0:20 Tools needed
    2:15 Plumb hinge side stud with shims and level
    3:45 Shims to lift bottom of jambs
    4:15 Test fit door
    5:30 Screw hinge side jamb to stud that is plumb with shims
    7:15 Check for uniform reveal on top and latch side of door, shim as needed
    8:50 Screw top and latch side jamb to studs
    11:15 Cut off protruding shims
    Install door handle, latch hardware
    Install trim (door casings)

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      thanks for this ! i’m going to add to description

  • @debbieconn6556
    @debbieconn6556 Год назад +4

    Thanks for the simplicity. Screws, not nail guns, hing side 1st. Addressing the reveal. You just made my day before hanging 5 doors!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  Год назад

      I’m glad it helped. I just posted an updated video… maybe check that one out too !

  • @aftershock2222
    @aftershock2222 2 года назад +2

    The screws go in the middle. They’re not spread out wider, right? I put three on the side and how many on top? Oh, what is the minimal length the level can be? I think mine is only 2 ft long.Thanks

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      3 on the sides, 2 on the top should be plenty.

  • @foxhollow7908
    @foxhollow7908 3 года назад +8

    Videos like this are so helpful to home projects. I was able to refinish my basement (with no construction experience) using videos like this. Thanks for taking the time to help educate people on how to DIY projects like this.

  • @nickjackson5062
    @nickjackson5062 2 года назад +2

    Except now you have a 2 inch gap on your latch side. You should center the door in the jam.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      this is correct, but doesn't cause issue, plus it will be covered by casing. Being centered in RO doesn't impact door functionality, especially an interior door.

  • @johnporter7766
    @johnporter7766 2 года назад +1

    For the love of God, Country and Bob Villa do not install interior doors with screws!!!
    Give the tool belt back to your wife and go back to systems analysis...
    Thank you in advance,
    Professional Tradesmen

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      LOL - This is hilarious ! I also find it funny when dudes 'try' to make fun of other dudes belts, it's cute !
      Please don't forget to subscribe for more useful tips and tricks !
      Thanks,
      Professional Tradesman

  • @jerbubar750
    @jerbubar750 3 года назад +8

    Installed my first (not my last) door, in an ongoing renovation, by following your video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад

      Thanks so much for the nice comment, I'm so happy that this helped you ! That's the point of all this and thanks for your nice comment !!! now get our there an install DOORS !! LOL
      Thanks,
      Mike

  • @georgeferrari5913
    @georgeferrari5913 2 года назад +1

    Well, it gave me a laugh...good attempt, but do yourself a favor and don't half ass it. I saw you check the stud the one direction and found it was out, and you never checked the wall for plumb...if you are doing an instructional type video, let the people know to also check plumb the other way...following the flushness of the sheetrock will get you into trouble. You can always adjust the difference in flushness in the trim, but a square and plumb door is the goal. No one likes when a door isn't flat in a wall.
    Also, go that extra step make all 3 reveals the same, 6 points of contact is the 1st step...make those reveals perfect

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      Jeez man, who peed in your cheerios ! Lol, it’s a door hanging video dude.
      Get out there an help people and get off the internet. I get constructive feedback/criticism in the comments and I welcome it, actually, I ask for it, I’ve even made multiple videos highlighting those inputs but zero parts of your comment were constructive or nice. Do better - be nice- help people !
      Always Learning
      Mike

    • @georgeferrari5913
      @georgeferrari5913 2 года назад +1

      Hey, maybe I was a lil hard on the beav, but you are doing a video about door installation...A job which I actually do for a living amongst other trim aspects and all around building in NY...I was watching to see what's being taught these days and in my personal opinion, and profesional one, you gave it a decent attempt, but just weren't taught the proper efficient way.
      If you got your feelings hurt that wasn't my intent.

  • @martydriscoll4109
    @martydriscoll4109 Месяц назад +1

    So when measuring for a replacement door, you don’t measure the door, just the rough opening?

  • @sim672
    @sim672 3 года назад +4

    nice video, using common tools we already have! watched some other youtube vids where the guy says easy pre-hung door install for the average home owner/DIY'R but uses $3k in laser levels and nail guns to do it??? i just needed a video like yours that does the same job with some basic tools, THANKS!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад

      Thankyou ! I appreciate the nice comment and I hope this helps you ! I wish the video was a tad shorter... but thanks for watching and thanks for the nice comment !!!
      Thanks,
      Mike

  • @bobsutube
    @bobsutube Год назад +3

    Just the one tip about putting shims under the jams alone was worth my time to watch this. Thanks so much. About to dig in

  • @Morpheus187
    @Morpheus187 6 месяцев назад +1

    Why would you put screws in a couple of finish nails would not leave quite that big a hole

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  6 месяцев назад

      Agree - I actually have switched to trim screws a few years ago, way better.
      But I agree ;)
      Thanks
      Mike

  • @dvollff
    @dvollff Год назад +1

    How are you filling the holes in the door frame ? What product works the best ?

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  Год назад

      Try Drydex - can get at most big box stores.

  • @EricBarger-o9c
    @EricBarger-o9c Год назад +3

    Definitely one of the better installation videos I’ve watched. Watching and referring to your video has made the process seem a lot less overwhelming. Thanks for sharing.

  • @RetrieverTrainingAlone
    @RetrieverTrainingAlone 2 года назад +3

    One potential problem with the 1 inch shims on the latch side is trim casings may look "off balance" by 1 inch if there is a narrow wall like a door near a corner or in a bathroom.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      correct. I def left the casing detail out of the video and it's important i agree. if the finishing casing placement is important in a specific install it should be considered before installing anything - agree. But in most cases it doesn't matter if it's 1'' this way or that way.

  • @HaileAbate-j4x
    @HaileAbate-j4x 9 месяцев назад +1

    You should have included how the casing was installed.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  9 месяцев назад

      I agree. Just posted a closet video where I showed how to case a door, But casing is such a personal choice.

  • @TJPIZAZ
    @TJPIZAZ 2 года назад +1

    Who ever hung the drywall is ass at their job

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      I did and it looks great, what’s wrong with the drywall ? i’m dying to know - lol

  • @rockersmom1
    @rockersmom1 2 года назад +2

    I am about to tackle this for the 1st time. Most DIY videos assume that we all have an extensive selection of tools/laser levels etc and I do not. Thank you. (what is the saw that you used at the end)

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      Called a multi tool. Very useful tool!
      Glad it helped !
      Mike

  • @Stickinit
    @Stickinit 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for the great tips. They worked great in a 120 year old house that has zero square, plumb, level uh well anything. You made my life way easier today. Again thanks.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      Thank you for the nice words !

  • @briankendalll2093
    @briankendalll2093 3 года назад +2

    Perfect! Now I don’t have to buy a third nail-gun. Thanks!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад

      Glad to help !
      Appreciate you watching ,
      Mike

  • @jeremyburdick9073
    @jeremyburdick9073 Год назад +1

    Great video I have 6 Prehung doors to replace and this video made me feel like it’s going to go smoothly. What’s that white block you put behind the shim on the door handle side is that a different size shim ?

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  Год назад +1

      Yeah - was just a different size. Because of the layout the rough opening was a tad larger than needed ….
      I’m glad this helped ! There’s many way to skin a cat !
      Mike

  • @MG-vb6ny
    @MG-vb6ny 2 года назад +2

    Hanging a couple of doors tonight. First time. You made it look so easy. Thanks!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      Based on other peoples comments, this is perfect for a first timer ! Also, can be done like this over and over... I like doing it this way, even after hanging a bunch of doors.
      I hope it goes well !!! Please let me know how it went !
      Thanks
      Mike

  • @myronclement3238
    @myronclement3238 2 года назад +1

    Your video was a lot easier to understand then this old houses explanation of hanging a prehung door so thank you

  • @aaronanderson6362
    @aaronanderson6362 Год назад +1

    I always pop the stop moldings off and shoot my nails/screws in that line - painters love me…….

  • @reno8122
    @reno8122 2 года назад +3

    Very good video. Love the idea of shimming the door to start with, to get it plumb. Saves a ton of time.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      thankyou !

    • @ketodad
      @ketodad Год назад

      If hinge side stud is plumb , put hinge side tight to that , then shim top and strike side after. I don’t shim hinge side if I don’t have to. Thanks . Good job !

  • @jlbush8249
    @jlbush8249 2 года назад +1

    Shouldn’t you have removed the door jam trim first? If that trim needs replaced, screws removed, the entire door will have to be redone. Also, by removing the trim first and then running the screws, the trim will hid the screws.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      its not a bad idea, i don’t do it but it would work. at the end of the day your filling holes, either screw hole(s) or trim nail holes. you can cover the screw holes without any issue…

  • @brianfunk5687
    @brianfunk5687 3 года назад +1

    What if I have flooring down? I’m replacing old doors with 3 panel maple doors. The flooring wasn’t all the way through the threshold nor out away from the jam enough to put new pre-hung in.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад

      Brian, I’m not sure I understand fully. I’m sorry - I don’t want to give wrong advice.
      I’d say do the first door slowly and see if it works out. If not, you may need to cut the jams if you floor is unlevel so that you can go directly the the floor.
      In that case you just run a level line in the door way and measure down each side and then determine you high point. How ever much it’s high, remove that much from the jam. That will make the door level and the jams hitting the floor.

  • @seg83423
    @seg83423 Год назад +1

    for youtube algorithm

  • @martydriscoll4109
    @martydriscoll4109 Месяц назад

    Thanks, watched many videos on this, yours was the most informative 👍🏻

  • @mikeblaszczak5346
    @mikeblaszczak5346 3 года назад +1

    How did you make sure the door was plum forward and backward, relative to the plane of the closed door? That is, what if the framing was not plumb? You lined it up to the drywall, which might not be vertical.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад +4

      Mike,
      Thanks for the comment and question - it makes sense. I'm not to concerned with the framing being plumb that way as much as i'm concerned with the hinge side (left to right) being plumb. The wall is what it is and doesn't impact the overall install. so, i guess what i'm trying to say is IMO it doesn't matter that much. if the wall was that out of plumb you'd have bigger issues, i'm sure it's plumb enough. I even walked around my house today to see how plumb my existing (builder installed 30 yrs ago) door frames were, most were very out of plumb that way and this doesn't impact the door at all. I hope this makes sense...
      does this make sense ?
      Walk around your house and check how plumb the doors are that way...
      let me know ...
      Thanks again !
      Mike

  • @ronpd1982
    @ronpd1982 20 дней назад

    Excellent - so many tips that can save a lot of pain. THANKS

  • @daveerb4061
    @daveerb4061 2 года назад +2

    Building a house. Doing a lot myself. This helped a ton. Thanks!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      I’m glad it helped ! Comments like like make it worth the time to put these videos together! Thank you !
      Mike

  • @jacksagrafsky4936
    @jacksagrafsky4936 2 года назад +1

    An update on my progress. Had a problem with the install of a NEW pre hung door BUT was able to resolve it and am just painting the door. It all looks good with new moldings and fits an closes fine. Will just reinstall the hardware and knob and will just admire the job FINALLY done with tips you gave. Thanks again.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      Awesomeness!!!! great job !!!
      hope this gives you the confidence to tackle more and more projects !

  • @chriscarstens523
    @chriscarstens523 2 года назад +1

    thanks for the video. it's been a while and i needed a simple refresh.

  • @randymarko486
    @randymarko486 3 года назад +2

    Nice job!
    Best method ive seen so far.
    You made it VERY simple.
    Thx for the great ( to the point ) video.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад

      Thankyou !!!! best comment ever ! Very simple and to the point ! ha
      Appreciate it
      Mike

  • @randalweaver2321
    @randalweaver2321 Год назад +1

    I installed a prehung door yesterday and your instructions worked great. The little things to look for paid off as well as the order of tasks to be done. Thank you for doing the video!

  • @sonichelle87
    @sonichelle87 3 года назад +3

    Thank you for showing how to get rid of the shims at the end as well!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад +1

      Nichelle - no problem at all ! Thankyou for watching ! I appreciate the comment !
      If the Gap is larger, it's sometimes better to just use more shims, which makes them each thinner, which then makes them easier to cut. So you'll cut maybe four thin shims, rather then one thick shim.
      Thanks for watching,
      Mike

  • @spencercolgan
    @spencercolgan 2 года назад

    7:01 Tell me something my friend; what do you think about the folks who say not to put screws through the staffers as you are doing here; are used to do it that way but then I watch the video that says don’t do that; do you see any problem with putting the screw ride through the door stopper as you are doing here?

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      Spencer, i’ve been doing it like this for year, without any issues. cover them up with some wood putty, paint and all good !
      could you see any issues with this approach? always wondering about this stuff.
      Thanks
      Mike

  • @johnmcgowan2691
    @johnmcgowan2691 Год назад +1

    Just installed my prehung door using your technique and it came out way better than anticipated! I don't have the oscillating cutter tool yet so I gently scored the shims flush with a sharp blade using as many passes as needed. Thanks for a common sense simple method that is totally solid

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  Год назад

      Glad it worked for you John !
      Mike

  • @Imwright720
    @Imwright720 Год назад

    Nice install. Maybe nextime use a solid piece for the big gap.

  • @MichaelJLambie
    @MichaelJLambie 3 года назад +1

    Great video. Thanks for your help!!

  • @charlesmiggins2595
    @charlesmiggins2595 2 года назад +1

    Nice video really helped me to hang my first pre hung door...thanks Chuck

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      Chuck you’re welcome sir ! Im glad it helped ! BTW- sweet hat !
      Thanks Mike

  • @larajohnson3428
    @larajohnson3428 3 года назад +1

    What if the floor across the jamb isn't level? I'm doing a basement and one side is lower than the other

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад +2

      Lara - great question. I talk about this at the 3:45 ish mark and again later in the video. Thats why I add shims to the bottom before I install the door. If it's really bad you should.concider added two shims. Then pulling out the ones that are needed during install.
      Thanks for watching !!!
      Mike

  • @Joshsaranisaac
    @Joshsaranisaac 3 года назад +1

    This is the best RUclips video I’ve seen on hanging a door. It’s dummy proof. Which is what I need. Thanks.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад

      Thanks Josh, I'm glad you liked it!
      Hope you considered subscribing.
      Thanks
      Mike

  • @brandonnugent1887
    @brandonnugent1887 2 года назад +1

    Hanging a door today. Thanks for the video!

  • @spencercolgan
    @spencercolgan 2 года назад +1

    3:15 Brilliant

  • @barneygordon2585
    @barneygordon2585 Год назад

    WHAt on earth? no o0ne uses a nail gun like that. thats a staple gun.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  Год назад

      nailgun and staple do the same thing except, one drives nails and one drives staples ! what ! lol

  • @scottythebody0811
    @scottythebody0811 3 года назад +2

    Great video. Thanks for posting!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад

      Scott - Thankyou ! I hope it helped you !
      Thanks for watching,
      Mike

  • @joemannarino3687
    @joemannarino3687 2 года назад +1

    what do you do with the screw holes ? wood filler ..sand .. paint?

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      exactly. wood filler and paint

  • @mikimiki195
    @mikimiki195 2 года назад +1

    I was gonna use easy install kit but watching this video I’m confident I can get it done with out easy install kit
    Thanks 👍🏻

  • @charleshanserd4183
    @charleshanserd4183 3 года назад +1

    This video helped me so much, I really appreciate you showing this technique in this video. Doors went up just like you said. Thanks again, I already Subbed!!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад

      Thanks for the nice words Charles and thanks for the sub ! Glad it helped you !
      Mike

  • @johnford3761
    @johnford3761 2 года назад +1

    Good video. What was the large piece of white shim you used on the latch side? Scrap trim or sheet rock?

  • @timothymorley3224
    @timothymorley3224 Год назад

    Was very helpful - door was a little different, split / frame jam whatever it is called, so could only be shimmed from one side, but this still helped lots.

  • @jerrymiranda2893
    @jerrymiranda2893 Год назад +1

    Very helpful. Instructions are easy to follow.

  • @michaelkeysor8021
    @michaelkeysor8021 2 года назад +1

    Best door hanging video on the web. So much easier than most of the others.

  • @AdnanKhan-ky3jp
    @AdnanKhan-ky3jp 2 года назад +1

    Awesome video, very nicely explained. Thank you!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      awesome comment. thankyou .
      i hope you consider subscribing !
      thanks
      Mike

  • @stevechapman9448
    @stevechapman9448 Год назад +1

    You made it look easy the way you did it thanks for sharing your expertise to show me how to install my doors . . I have 14 to install hoping to have them done over the weekend . Thanks again

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  Год назад

      Keep in mind the bottom with finish floors.

    • @brandonmorrison7231
      @brandonmorrison7231 Год назад +1

      @@FamilyDIYtv Are you saying to initially lay shims on the floor with something the thickness of the finish flooring PLUS the additional shim thickness for movement?

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  Год назад

      @@brandonmorrison7231 I’d do thickness of finished floor.

  • @dginta7932
    @dginta7932 Год назад +1

    Nice one. Thanks.

  • @OscarGomez-fd9kv
    @OscarGomez-fd9kv Год назад +10

    As a professional installer, wow! The amount of detail you put in and make it so simple blows me away! There are so many bad installs out there but thank you for showing everyone the right way!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  Год назад

      Thanks Oscar !!! i need to make an updated one, feel like if you were going to a finished hard floor like wood or LVL this could be better.

  • @truthhurts228
    @truthhurts228 3 года назад +6

    Planning to replace a rotted door in my pole barn, thank you for such an informative and easy to follow video. I feel much more confident now!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад +1

      Bill - you got this ! And you have no idea how much I appreciate the nice comment ! Good luck !
      Thanks
      Mike

  • @connelljacintorealestate4361
    @connelljacintorealestate4361 Год назад +1

    I plan to replace the side entrance door to my garage.Your video tutorial has been helpful and provides a good understanding of how to get it done. Will probably take me a good part of the day on a weekend . Thanks to you , I’ll learn and save 🙏.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  Год назад +1

      Just take your time and enjoy the project ! I wish you all the luck ! You got this!

    • @connelljacintorealestate4361
      @connelljacintorealestate4361 Год назад +1

      Will be a Spring project.
      I’m in Toronto.
      Right now Winter’s taking it’s grip.

    • @connelljacintorealestate4361
      @connelljacintorealestate4361 Год назад +1

      Thank you again 🙏,

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  Год назад +1

      @@connelljacintorealestate4361 one thing - with an entry door you can’t shim the sides up because the bottom threshold must contact the sill 100% ! So when you remove the old door the first thing I’d do I make the bottom sill perfectly level in both directions. Can’t shim the bottom sill. I have a video on converting a window to door. Sorta talks about it in that video. Might be more relevant for exterior door install.

  • @bobmerritt9631
    @bobmerritt9631 2 года назад +1

    Awesome!! Thanks

  • @marlonhouston6685
    @marlonhouston6685 2 года назад +1

    By far this is the easiest illustration. Thank u sir.

  • @marcussansonejr5005
    @marcussansonejr5005 2 года назад +1

    Best install video on you tube! Ty so much for posting!!

  • @cykablyat8513
    @cykablyat8513 2 года назад

    Great video, appreciate it. However the background noises kept throwing me off, I thought somebody was outside my window XD

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  Год назад

      I hope there’s nobody outside your window ! Sounds scary !

  • @richardvandusen1673
    @richardvandusen1673 2 года назад +1

    Very Helpfull

  • @davidharkin5053
    @davidharkin5053 2 года назад +1

    Great job.. Nice easy to follow install

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      Thanks Dave ! I'm happy it helped you.

  • @willyannapenner8366
    @willyannapenner8366 2 года назад

    Since I see you're a good responder, I have a question? I can't find a video that tells me if the prehung door should be kept off the subfloor by about 1/2 inch if we're going install carpet flooring. Or whether it should be installed before or after flooring?

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      to be safe I'd install 1/2 up, it will keep the door from dragging on the carpet after installed.
      But this depends on the thickness of carpet, if very thin carpet you may want to go to floor, but if thick carpet you may want to install high.
      Either way, if the door drags on carpet after you install, you can always cut 1/2 inch off bottom of door.
      Sorry - it's not a one size fits all answer..

  • @edwooodfork
    @edwooodfork Год назад

    Thanks I needed that , you made my Sunday project look super simple,thanks again
    👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

  • @Spiderhillpropworks
    @Spiderhillpropworks 2 года назад

    Thank you for the great video. I need to install a double door on a closet that opens in the center to clear a gun safe. I am certain the framing is not square. When doing a double door would it be best to plum one side and start the install from there just like you did here working your way around the door even though both sides are hinge sides? Thanks!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад +1

      Yes, do exactly that. I show it in this video - enjoy the safe !
      ruclips.net/video/RWG877rXhHM/видео.html

  • @seabeepirate
    @seabeepirate 2 года назад

    The shims on the bottom are useless. Your argument was that if you need that space you’ll have it by removing the shims but if you need that space it’s because you put the shims in. Save yourself the trouble and put the shims in the top.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      Thanks for the comment but I disagree. The shims are there to compensate for an unlevel floor. The shims being added to the hinge side, had nothing to do with latch side. If you didn't see it, I showed exactly why you add the shims to the bottom.
      One fair criticism that I haven't seen posted is that my installation technic assumes this was being installed over a subfloor, not finished floor and I didn't bring this assumption up during the video. If this was a finished floor, i could see a scenario where the shims could cause a cosmetic issue. But in all my years installing doors as a homeowner, i can only think of one scenario where i was installing over finished floor. usually doors and floors are being done at same time... but not always.
      Thanks again,
      Mike

  • @NClark1
    @NClark1 7 месяцев назад

    Thanks for posting. Awesome instructions

  • @rayalexander873
    @rayalexander873 3 года назад

    Was that a solid core door? I see most installs use nails, I was going to either rent a gun or buy one since I’ll be doing all the doors eventually. I never thought about screws because I didn’t know if it would damage the wood

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад

      Ray - no, it's a hollow core door. I use screws, don't see a need to use nails. Also, for a DIYer screws are allot more forgiving, meaning if you make a mistake you can pull the screw out. With a nail it becomes a tad harder to make those small adjustments. I'd invest in a nice drill/impact combo and trim nail gun.
      If your worrying about the woods splitting, just predrill the holes.
      Good luck with your project and consider subscribing !
      -Mike

  • @izzyc.4746
    @izzyc.4746 2 года назад +1

    Very nice

  • @chetlarue422
    @chetlarue422 2 года назад +1

    Excellent way to hang a door. Fast, easy and clean! Thanks so much. I am subscribing.

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      thank you ! good luck with your door !

    • @chetlarue422
      @chetlarue422 2 года назад +1

      @@FamilyDIYtv It went great thanks to you. I was very intimidated by this project and had watched This Old House and found your way much easier and I have excellent alignment, reveal and leveling. Thanks again, so appreciated because I have four more and two closet doors to hang. I will look over your site (I subscribed) to see about the closet doors.
      Thanks again

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      @@chetlarue422 i’ve seen the This Old House one as well ! love those guys ! i’m so glad this helped you ! thanks again,
      Mike

    • @chetlarue422
      @chetlarue422 2 года назад

      @@FamilyDIYtv Yeah, I love This Old House too. I grew up watching them and glad to see them still going strong. However, I had to let you and others know that you are on par with them and in this case you have made this intimidating project a snap, and without sacrificing quality. You are gifted brother! Thanks again.

  • @terryhamilton2750
    @terryhamilton2750 10 месяцев назад

    First timer at hanging a pre hung door. Thank you so much! Went in perfectly and is working great!!

  • @njbassman69
    @njbassman69 3 года назад +1

    Brilliant!! Thank you so much!!!

  • @CharlesLaux
    @CharlesLaux 3 года назад +1

    Very helpful for the common homeowner! Thanks!

  • @LogicofChaos7871
    @LogicofChaos7871 3 года назад +1

    The galactic empire approves

  • @johnbarabasch5884
    @johnbarabasch5884 3 года назад +1

    MAN!!! This helped me out a ton!!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  3 года назад

      Glad it helped !!! Didn't think it would help so many people, Glad it did !
      Thanks
      Mike

  • @davidwoods8135
    @davidwoods8135 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for this video!!!

    • @FamilyDIYtv
      @FamilyDIYtv  2 года назад

      Thanks for the comment !
      Mike