DIY Network

Glass Door Installation/ Drywall Repair From "DIY to the Rescue" episode DTTR-504F

Hosts Amy Devers and Karl Champley show the Johnsons how to assemble the glass door and how to install it. The project is finished by patching the interior walls.

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	Before construction began, there was no door to the backyard.
	Once the job was complete, a new door and new deck was in place!
	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D
	Figure E

Materials:

Pry bar
Saws all
Chalk line
Tape measure
Level
Framing nailer
Hammer
Finish nailer
Door
Trim

Sliding Glass Door Installation

1. Remove and save siding from around window.

2. Measure and mark, using a chalk line, the new opening.

3. Tear out the existing window (figure A).

4. Cut opening to accommodate the new door using a saws all (figure B).

5. Dry fit new door.

6. Adjust opening.

7. Install new door into opening (figure C).

8. Adjust for plumb and level.

9. Install trim.

10. Reinstall siding and replace any damaged siding.

11. The door looks great (figure D)!

Patching Drywall

1. Remove damaged areas.

2. Cut new drywall.

3. Attach new drywall.

4. Apply tape and mud (figure E).

5. Sand and paint.

RESOURCES :

THERMA TRU Doors
Website: www.thermatru.com

HITACHI Power Tools
Website: www.hitachi.com

Porter Cable Power Tools
Website: www.deltaportercable.com

Delta Power Tools
Website: www.deltaportercable.com

Klein Tools
Website: www.kleintools.com

Waterloo Industries
Website: www.waterlooindustries.com

Magnetic Alliance Brand Integration
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Gladiator Garageworks by Whirlpool
Website: www.gladiatorgw.com

Glidden Paint
Website: www.glidden.com