To hang a door, follow these key steps for a professional finish: Tools & Materials Needed:
- Door
- Combination square
- Tape measure
- Mallet or hammer
- Pencil
- Chisels
- Wooden wedge
- Marking gauge
- Plane (hand or power)
- Drill and drill bits
- Screwdriver or drill bits for screws
- Door holder or helper to hold the door
Step-by-Step Guide:
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Prepare the Door Frame:
Clean the frame and remove any debris or lumps. If it’s an old frame, remove door stops and sand smooth. Mark the door stop thickness on the frame if needed. -
Determine Door Orientation:
Identify which side is the hinge side and which is the latch side by tapping the door—hollow side is hinge side, solid side is latch side. Also, decide the direction the door will swing, usually into the room or away from a hallway. -
Fit the Door in the Frame:
Place the door in the frame with the lock block on the latch side. Use a wooden wedge to raise the door slightly to leave a 2-3mm gap at the top and appropriate gap at the bottom for flooring. -
Mark Hinge Positions:
Mark hinge locations on both door and frame—typically 150mm from the top and 230mm from the bottom. For heavy doors, add a third hinge in the middle. -
Cut Hinge Mortises:
Use a chisel to cut out the hinge recesses on the door and frame so hinges sit flush. Drill pilot holes for screws. -
Attach Hinges to Door:
Screw hinges onto the door, ensuring screws are flush. -
Trim Door Bottom if Needed:
Plane the bottom edge to fit clearance over flooring or carpet. -
Hang the Door:
Lift the door and align the top hinge with the frame. Screw in one screw on the top hinge to hold the door, then attach the middle and bottom hinges fully. Once aligned, secure all screws on the top hinge. -
Final Adjustments:
Check the door swings smoothly and fits well in the frame. Adjust as necessary.
This method ensures the door is hung correctly, swings properly, and fits the frame neatly
. For visual guidance, step-by-step videos are also available to help with the process
