How Do You Hang A Door In A Frame?
Hanging–or installing–a new door takes precision for a proper fit and smooth operation. Pre-hung doors, with jambs and hinges already in place and perfectly aligned, make it much easier to hang a door in a frame effectively. With some basic tools and patient attention to detail, you can install a pre-hung door in an existing frame without investing a lot of time, and with little risk of frustration or error. Check your frame. Whether your door will go into a new frame cut into a wall or the space left by a door you removed, double-check the measurements and angles. The frame should be 1 to 2 inches taller than your pre-hung door and 2 inches wider, and all corners should be square (exactly 90 degrees). If the measurements or angles are off, you can try pounding boards into place with a hammer or inserting wood shims, or you may need to re-frame the doorway before proceeding. Place the door. Set the pre-hung door into the center of the frame. On the side with the hinges, use a level t
