How To Replace An Interior Door With A Prehung

Replacing an interior door with a prehung door is a relatively simple DIY project that can be completed in a few hours. Prehung doors come complete with the door, frame, hinges, and weatherstripping already installed, making the installation process much easier. ### Step 1: Gather Materials To replace an interior door with a prehung door, you will need the following tools and materials: * Prehung door * Tape measure * Utility knife * Pry bar * Screwdriver * Hammer * Level * Safety glasses ### Step 2: Measure the Doorway Before you purchase a prehung door, you need to measure the doorway to make sure that the door will fit properly. To measure the doorway, use a tape measure to measure the width and height of the doorway opening. Be sure to measure the opening at the top, middle, and bottom of the doorway. ### Step 3: Remove the Old Door Once you have purchased the prehung door, you can begin the process of removing the old door. To remove the old door, follow these steps: 1. Open the door and remove the hinges with a screwdriver. 2. Use a pry bar to pry the door frame away from the wall. 3. Be careful not to damage the wall when removing the door frame. ### Step 4: Install the Prehung Door Once you have removed the old door, you can begin the process of installing the prehung door. To install the prehung door, follow these steps: 1. Place the prehung door in the doorway opening. 2. Make sure that the door is level and square. 3. Use a hammer to tap the door frame into place. 4. Secure the door frame to the wall with screws. ### Step 5: Finish the Installation Once the door frame is secure, you can finish the installation by following these steps: 1. Install the hinges on the door. 2. Install the weatherstripping around the door. 3. Paint or stain the door to your desired finish. ### Tips for Replacing an Interior Door with a Prehung Door * When measuring the doorway, be sure to measure the opening at the top, middle, and bottom of the doorway. This will ensure that the door fits properly. * When installing the prehung door, make sure that the door is level and square. This will help to prevent the door from sagging or binding. * Use a hammer to tap the door frame into place. Be careful not to damage the door frame or the wall when doing this. * Secure the door frame to the wall with screws. This will help to keep the door frame in place and prevent it from moving. * Install the hinges on the door. Make sure that the hinges are properly aligned and that the door opens and closes smoothly. * Install the weatherstripping around the door. This will help to seal the door and prevent drafts from entering the room. * Paint or stain the door to your desired finish. This will help to protect the door and give it a finished look.