Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

Q: I need to install some doors. I've never done it before. 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 me. He ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Pocket doors can be something of a mystery. We make an elaborate ...

Cutting an opening in an exterior wall of a frame house to install a door or window is usually not too difficult for an amateur with moderate carpentry skills. But it is essential to plan the job ...

Pocket doors are sleek and save lots of space. Traditional hinged doors that swing take up lots of room. A pocket door tucks ...

Q. 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 shimming a door. A. The ...

There were always signs that our French patio doors had the same high-quality construction as the sandy "patio" outside (one of our many DIY remodeling projects at our home in Cincinnati). The ...

The average cost of replacing a door frame in 2023 is $350. Replacing a high-end frame can cost up to $700 or more while replacing a basic frame can be as low as $150. The front door is the first ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you're looking for versatile or space-saving closet door ideas, sliding doors are often one of the top choices, but the cost of having ...