Every part of a house wall is interconnected, braced and nailed to make a rigid structure, except for the windows and doors. They float in their solidly framed openings, held plumb and level with ...

Q: I need to install some doors at my house. A friend told me to make the rough opening for the door and frame larger than the actual door frame dimensions. He also told me that I need to use shims to ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. You recently moved into a new-to-you house and you're slowly working through all its little quirks. One that has you reaching for the wood ...