How to Install a Front Entry Door, Cont'd

Most new door frames are held in place by a nailing strip, or flange. Drive in galvanized roofing nails to secure the flange to the framing of the house.

Next you will need to ensure that the flange is watertight. Cover the top flange with the metal tape you put in earlier. Then add strips of aluminum tape over the side flanges.

Cut three trim pieces to cover the nailing flange on the outside, and then nail these into place.

Also cut miters for the interior casing. Before installing the interior casing, fill all of the spaces between the door frame and the rough opening with fiberglass insulation.

4. Door hardware
You can find a wide selection of door hardware at your local home improvement store, or you can also try going online for an even larger selection. Ron and Lynn ordered their hardware from a company called the Baldwin Brass Hardware Company.

Install the hardware you select according to the manufacturers instructions.

You may also want to finish off your new door with a new brass knocker.

To make any entryway makeover complete, a little lighting update can often make all the difference.

There's nothing like a whole new entry to make any home more welcoming and inviting.

For this project, Ron used the Paslode 16 Gauge Straight Finish Nailer from Paslode. To find out more about this and many other products, please visit them at www.paslode.com.