Is it difficult to install french patio doors, or should I have them installed?
I’ve installed several doors in my time. I would say that sliding doors are harder to install than french doors. Some key points are, don’t forget to remove the screws that hold the door panels closed during shipping, before you nail the brick molding. Ok, before you even consider doing it, measure your rough opening. You should remove the casing on the inside on all three sides and get an exact measure of the width of the opening (stud to stud) don’t assume anything based on the door currently present. (Use a razor blade to cut any caulk lines to prevent damage to the paint or wallpaper and use a flat pry bar to carefully pry the trim away from the wall little by little so you can save and re-use it) Also check your opening for plumb and level. If it only slightly out, don’t worry about it. If it is more than 1/4″ out then you will need to size your door smaller to be able to rack it in the opening. Now your sub floor might be difficult to determine for your opening height since you m
