Doors

Useful tools to unlock a locked door
Useful tools to unlock a locked door
Doors
If you lost your key from a locked door it seems impossible for you to unlock it. But, as a matter of fact, it is an easy task to accomplish if you have the right tools; a screwdriver, a paper clip, a safety pin or an Allan wrench can be very hel ...

Ways to use decorative door stops
Ways to use decorative door stops
Doors
Although people don’t give too much attention to decorative door stops, they are quite necessary in any house. They are useful in stopping the door from damaging your wall. You have the possibility to choose from different styles of door stops if ...

Door stops
Door stops
Doors
When you have problems with doors that damage your walls, you can use several styles of wall door stops to fix this. Wedge style This style is the most often used one. It’s formed of a triangular piece of rubber that stops the door from sla ...

Installing a pet door on a steel door
Installing a pet door on a steel door
Doors
The process of installing a pet door on a steel door is a lot more difficult than on a wood door. Most doors are not only made from steel, but with steel walls and plywood interior. With the proper tools the installation will be easy. How to p ...

Replacing an entry door frame
Replacing an entry door frame
Doors
Because they are placed outdoor, door frames can get damaged because the exposure to weather conditions. The wood can rot, swell and become damaged. The process of removing and reinstalling a door frame isn't difficult and replacing the door fram ...

Wood vs metal door frames
Wood vs metal door frames
Doors
A screen door is an excellent addition to any home. It allows you to enjoy the fresh air from outside and keep your house insect-free. Screen door frame can be made from wood or metal. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages. Wood doors ...

Changing the rollers on a sliding door
Changing the rollers on a sliding door
Doors
Usually, slide door rollers are made from metal or plastic and in time they will need to be changed. Plastic will surely get chipped and the metal will rust. Tools and Materials Screwdrivers Screws Sliding screen door rollers Prot ...

Choosing the right materials for a storm door
Choosing the right materials for a storm door
Doors
A storm's door purpose is to protect another door from bad weather conditions. It can also help you save some money on energy. Usually, storm doors are made from wood, vinyl and aluminum. We will talk about the pros and cons of each of these. ...

Velcro vs tracking attachments on screen doors
Velcro vs tracking attachments on screen doors
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Garages are a perfect home for mosquitoes. Installing a garage screen door will make the place insects-free and also it will freshen the air and lower the humidity in the garage. Velcro Velcro tape attachments are more flexible than trackin ...

Installation tips for storm doors
Installation tips for storm doors
Doors
Although installing a storm door may seem a simple task, there are many things you need to consider. Bugs deterrents Storm doors are also made from stopping insects from entering your home. This means that you can enjoy the fresh air, witho ...