How to Install a Prehung Door

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How to Install a Prehung Door


Introduction


Installing a prehung door is simpler than ever before. In the past, hanging a door required numerous tools and advanced skills. Today, prehung doors streamline the process, making it accessible to anyone with basic tools.

Preparation


Before you begin, ensure the door opening is the correct size. The opening should be 2 inches larger than the door itself, and it should also be reasonably plumb and square. Use a level and framing square to check, especially if someone else framed it. If the drywall extends into the opening, trim it back with a drywall saw or reciprocating saw.

Getting Started


Prehung doors often come in two styles: with trim already attached or without. If your door lacks trim, it's easier to install it on the hinge side before placing the door in the opening.

Installation Steps


1. Position the Door:
- Most doors open into a room and against a wall. Place the door in the center of the opening, ensuring the door jamb can move slightly to the left and right.
- Ensure an 1/8-inch gap between the door and jamb on the hinge side.

2. Nail the Trim:
- Start by nailing the trim on the top hinge side and bottom hinge side. Ensure the space around the door remains consistent before nailing the strike side at the top.

3. Shim the Door Jamb:
- Close the door to ensure it hits the door stop evenly on the strike side. Adjust by pulling or pushing the hinge side jamb until it aligns correctly.
- Insert shims between the jamb and stud opening, behind each hinge and the strike plate, as well as at the top and bottom of the strike side. Nail these shims with two nails, one on each side of the stop.

4. Finish Up:
- Apply door casing to the outside of the door.
- Install the door hardware, ensuring the bolt engages the strike plate correctly and the door fits snugly against the stops.

Conclusion


By following these steps, you can efficiently install a prehung door with basic tools and achieve a professional finish.

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(c) 2005 Mike Merisko

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