How to install pre hung interior french doors remove the head and inside jambs which are usually nailed together to help with ease of removal.
How to install french doors step by step.
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Step 1 measuring for the opening.
Rotten exterior french doors that were sealed shut are removed and replaced.
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Next slide the pre hung french doors into the rough opening making sure the jambs are flush with the wall.
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Installing exterior french doors isn t much more difficult than installing interior french doors if you already have the opening.
Make adjustments if necessary to make sure doors open and close properly.
Ours was 58 wide by 82 high.
Remember you are going to be hanging two doors instead of one so all calculations are double.
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Test fit the new doors before securing frame permanently.
We used a framing kit that worked with a variety of sizes.
The first step was to frame the opening to the basement room where we were going to need the double french doors.
Install the new frame and firm it up using shims.
Here you can find a detailed step by step manual to help with the removal of french doors the measurements of the reveal and new component should be re measured and compared before the installation.
There are several calculations you need to keep in mind for the french door frame.
Measurements need to be exact.
Drive nails just far enough to temporarily hold frame in place.
Drill pilot holes through the frame and shims.