Editors JOE JET Posted July 5, 2023 Editors Share Posted July 5, 2023 Quote Learn how to Replace a Front Door with this DIY Step-by-Step Video! Replacing the front door on your home is a relatively easy DIY project that can dramatically increase your home's curb appeal. Whether you are replacing your existing front door or installing a front door for the first time on a new construction home, this video will show you every step in the DIY front door replacement process. For a written front door replacement guide, you can check out my blog linked here: https://atimprovements.com/front-door-replacement/ To replace a front door, you will need to follow these steps: 1. Measure Your Existing Front Door and Purchase a Replacement Door 2. Remove existing front door 3. Prepare The Front Door's Rough Opening for the Installation of a new Front Door 4. Install The Sill Plate at the Base of the Front Door's Rough Opening 5. Install Flashing Around the Front Door's Rough Opening 6. Dry Fit the New Front Door Within the Rough Opening 7. Apply Caulk Sealant to the Sill Plate, Brickmould, etc. 8. Lift the New Front Door in Place Within the Rough Opening 9. Shim the Front Door and Check for Plumb 10. Attach the new front door to the rough opening framing 11. Apply expanding spray foam insulation in the gap between the door and the rough framing 12. Caulk around the Brickmould to prevent water infiltration behind the front door 13. Replace the front door casing on the inside of the home 14. Install a new Door Handle on the front door 15. Paint the Front Door (if desired) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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