How To Hang An Interior Door Not Prehung

How to Hang an Interior Door (Not Prehung)

Hanging an interior door that is not prehung can be a daunting task, but it’s a great way to save money and add a personal touch to your home. Plus, it’s a relatively easy project that can be completed in a few hours. Here are the steps on how to hang an interior door not prehung: ### 1. Gather Your Materials and Tools * Interior door * Door jamb * Brick molding * Casing * Door handle and lockset * Finishing nails * Wood screws * Level * Tape measure * Pencil * Saw * Hammer * Drill * Chisel ### 2. Measure the Doorway Before you can hang the door, you need to measure the doorway to determine the size of the door you need. Measure the width and height of the doorway, as well as the thickness of the wall. Add 1/8 inch to both the width and height for clearance. ### 3. Cut the Door to Size If the door you purchased is too large, you will need to cut it to size. Use a saw to cut the door to the desired width and height. Be sure to measure twice and cut once! ### 4. Assemble the Door Jamb The door jamb is the frame that the door will hang in. It consists of two vertical jambs and a horizontal header. Assemble the door jamb by attaching the header to the vertical jambs with wood screws. ### 5. Install the Door Jamb To install the door jamb, first apply a bead of caulk around the perimeter of the jamb. Then, insert the jamb into the doorway and use a level to make sure it is plumb. Secure the jamb in place with wood screws. ### 6. Hang the Door To hang the door, first insert the door into the jamb. Then, use a level to make sure the door is plumb. Once the door is plumb, secure it in place with finishing nails. ### 7. Install the Door Handle and Lockset To install the door handle and lockset, first mark the location of the hole for the handle and lockset. Then, use a drill to drill a pilot hole for each hole. Insert the handle and lockset into the holes and secure them in place with wood screws. ### 8. Install the Brick Molding and Casing The brick molding and casing are the trim pieces that cover the edges of the door jamb. To install the brick molding and casing, first cut the pieces to size. Then, use a brad nailer to attach the brick molding and casing to the door jamb. ### 9. Finish the Project To finish the project, apply a coat of paint or stain to the door, jamb, and trim pieces. Allow the paint or stain to dry completely before using the door. ### Tips for Hanging an Interior Door * If you are having trouble getting the door to hang plumb, try shimming the door jamb. * Use a level to make sure the door is plumb before securing it in place. * Use finishing nails to attach the door to the jamb. * Apply a coat of paint or stain to the door, jamb, and trim pieces to finish the project. With a little planning and effort, you can easily hang an interior door that is not prehung. This is a great way to save money and add a personal touch to your home.