Door How To & DIY
Improve the value of your home by discovering our door step-by-step tips & ideas.
How to Fix a Sliding Door
Go from sticky to smooth in a few easy steps
How to Install a New Threshold
In this how-to video and guide, we show you how to remove an old threshold and install a new one to improve your home's doorway.
How to Repair Sliding Wood Closet Doors
Have a sliding wood closet door that sticks or shudders? Luckily, this is an easy DIY that most homeowners can tackle themselves.
How to Repair a Skewed Door
In this how-to guide, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows you how to repair a skewed door in a matter of minutes.
How to Repair a Damaged Doorjamb
Fixing a doorjamb is an easy DIY project for most homeowners, and can be completed in just a few hours with this straightforward process.
How to Install a Door Lockset
In this how-to video, add a new lockset with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva
How To Repair Door Glass
Learn how to safely replace a broken glass pane in a wooden door with tips and advice from This Old House expert Tom Silva.
A Step by Step Guide to Installing a Deadbolt Lock
In this guide, we show you step-by-step instructions on how to install a new deadbolt lock, as well as tips on how to maintain it.
How to Install a New Interior Door
In this how-to video, replace an interior door with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
How To Install a Prehung Door
Need to replace an old exterior door? Learn how to install a new prehung exterior door with This Old House contractor Tom Silva.
13 Simple Door Surround Profiles From Stock Molding
Find out how you can use standard stock molding to build beautiful door frames. Our guide includes 13 stunning profiles.
French Doors With Vintage Flair
Column writer Amy Hughes provides instructions for how to install French doors where only one door had been in this guide.
Complete Guide to Installing Old Doors in New Frames
Want to make that beautiful, old door you just found at the salvage yard fit any size opening in your home? Here's how you can.
How To Hang an Interior Door: A Comprehensive Guide
Learn how to hang an interior door with our step-by-step guide. Here's everything you need to know, from the right tools to final touches.
How to Install Bifold Doors in 8 Simple to Follow Steps
Bifold door installation can be done simply on your own without the need for a professional. Read this guide to learn the steps.
How To Build a Screen Door
A wood screen door is elegant and keeps pests out. Learn how to assemble a screen door from a kit from the This Old House experts.
How To Pick a Lock
Discover how to choose the best lock for your home, from basic deadbolts to smart systems.
How To Replace an Interior Door: A Step-by-Step Guide
Replacing interior doors can improve the aesthetics and functionality of your home. Here's how to fit a new door to an existing frame.
How To Remove an Interior Doorknob
No need to call in the pros for a faulty doorknob. This guide explains how to remove an interior doorknob by yourself.
How To Fix a Door Latch and Keep Your Doors Secure
If you have to slam a door to get it to stay closed, you probably have a very fixable problem with its latch. Our guide will help you fix it.
How to Paint Doors, Windows, and Walls
Learn everything you need to know to get a professional-looking paint job on woodwork, doors, windows, and walls with this guide.
A Guide to Front Door Replacement Options for Your Entry
In this guide, we discuss various front door materials and what you need to know about picking a great new entry door system.
A Guide To Enlarging a Hole of any Size or Shape
Here are a few ways to enlarge holes in various materials for different types of home improvement or remodeling projects.
Enlarging Lockset Holes
A hole saw won't do you any good. Try this
Comprehensive Guide to Cutting Trim for Square Casings
Make the right cut for out-of-square windows and doors