Doors
Whether you're replacing an old door or installing a new one, here are ways to enhance the doors in your home.
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 Muffle a Noisy Garage-Door Opener
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to quiet a noisy garage door opener.
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 You can Fix a Sticky Shower Door in Your Bathroom
Sticky shower doors can be a pain. Here's a simple step-by-step guide you can follow to get your doors back in working order.
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.
Stylish Hinge Styles You Can Use to Spruce up Your Home
From elegant European hinges to whimsical snake designs, swap in hinges to give old or modern cabinets, furniture, and doors a new look.
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 Fit and Repurpose Old Doors to Spruce Up Your Home
Learn how to find, prep, and install old doors in this guide. We'll also share some creative ways to repurpose vintage doors as home decor.
Garage Door Glam
Your garage door can serve as more than practical protection. Get ideas for the many ways you can add personality to your garage doors.
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.
Choosing the Right Door
A visual primer of interior door styles to suit any taste or house style
Skill Building
Sharpen your know-how with these tips for doing anything better around the house.
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.
Everything You Need to Know about Glass Door Knobs
Glass door knobs are a beautiful and unique addition to your home. Here's everything you need to know to find and install your own.
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 Adjust Your Sliding Door
With these adjustment techniques, you can fix a sliding door yourself. Read on for our expert tips and advice.
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.
Repairing Crooked Sliding Door Tracks to Improve Entryways
Follow our detailed guide for quick fixes for your bent sliding door tracks. Learn when to repair and when to replace your sliding door track.
A Step by Step Guide to Realigning Dead Bolts & Strike Plates
Realign and replace your dead bolts and strike plates with our how-guide. Choose from a variety of methods that best fit your needs
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 Fix Loose Door Hinges
If a door sags because the hinge holes are stripped, you can use dowels to save the day.
A Comprehensive Guide to Locks
Locks are the first line of defense for your home's security. Read our guide to learn about the most effective locks and how to install them.
Best Garage Doors and Pro-Tips to Select Yours
Here are the materials, insulation, installation, and maintenance considerations to help you select the best garage door for your home.
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.