Scott, This is THE BEST diy video ever made. Your no nonsense approach is much appreciated. I am a licensed residential builder-Michigan, and would kill for a finished carpenter with half of your expertise. Aboot halfway thru, I noticed the accent. Go Canada! Keep up the good work! Sherry Park Dansbury Michigan licensed residential builder
Lol, that's quite a complement! Thank you. Yes, I live near Toronto, so some people do notice a few words that are different than what they're used to. I'm happy you're enjoying our videos. Scott
This was so helpful. I am a new-to-it do-it-myselfer, and you explain each step so clearly. For instance, your explanation about WHY to use two shims together. I never knew. Thank you for providing knowledge for those of us that have limited skills and limited money, so have to do our own repairs. Bravo!
Sure. The idea of the string is to make sure the door frame isn't twisted. If it has a twist, and I hang the doors, I will never be able to line them up properly. The technique of using the string is to run a string from opposite corners to make sure they are barely touching when they cross each other. That way I know the two sides are on the exact same plane. Does that make sense? Scott
Thanks for the video. I am getting ready to do this for my daughter and son-in-law. One thing I am not clear on is determining the size of the opening I need. is it as simple as making sure the two doors fit with a small gap in the middle and 1/8 on each side? Worried that the existing opening my be too small. Thanks again for the video.
Hi Steve. I use 1/8" between the two doors and 1/16 between the doors and the door jambs (this depends on the hinges you are using). If there isn't a door jamb you will need to add one as well with room to shim the jamb level and plumb. Also, be aware that when you buy new doors, the likely have a bevel on one edge so the edge isn't square - that edge is intended for the non-hinge side so the doors don't bind when they swing open. I hope that helps. Scott
Yes you can! Bifold doors are usually anchored at the top and bottom instead of the sides. Do a search for a bifold door kit to learn about how they work. I hope that helps. Scott
WHY DID YOU NOT MATCH THE CLOSET DOORS WITH THE ENTRY DOOR ? MAYBE YOU ARE CHANGING OUT THE OTHER DOOR AS WELL.. CAN YOU DO A VIDEO OF INSTALLING BI-FOLDS IN THE SAME KIND OF OPENING ?
Great video thanks. Have you considered how to manage the closet space above the top of the door frame? I have several of these in my home as well and been thinking about that lately... taller doors?
Hi Ed. One way to maximize the storage space above the doors is to build shelves on either end that extend from the front of the closet to the back. Access this from the middle of the closet and you'll get some really deep storage space. It won't be something you can easily access so may be better suited for off-season storage or keepsake items. I hope that helps. Scott
THATS EXACTLY WHAT I WAS ABOUT TO TYPE, LOL! “ follow along while we mount some happy little hinges. 7” down... now make sure you have a bright shiny sharp chisel” When this channel takes off, and I’m positive it will... you have GOT to get a fake white man afro and an easel with a white board that lays out the steps for a project! Subscribed.
Scott,
This is THE BEST diy video ever made. Your no nonsense approach is much appreciated. I am a licensed residential builder-Michigan, and would kill for a finished carpenter with half of your expertise. Aboot halfway thru, I noticed the accent. Go Canada!
Keep up the good work!
Sherry Park Dansbury
Michigan licensed residential builder
Lol, that's quite a complement! Thank you. Yes, I live near Toronto, so some people do notice a few words that are different than what they're used to. I'm happy you're enjoying our videos. Scott
This was so helpful. I am a new-to-it do-it-myselfer, and you explain each step so clearly. For instance, your explanation about WHY to use two shims together. I never knew. Thank you for providing knowledge for those of us that have limited skills and limited money, so have to do our own repairs. Bravo!
Excellent demonstration. Your explanations and examples were very helpful. 😊
The string procedure alone was worth the price of admission 👍😎🤠🇺🇸
Glad to hear you enjoyed that trick! Scott
I wish I could get someone like this to help me install some doors.
Thanks for the tips. Good trick with the string
Thanks for your comment John
Great video and great job. Thanks!
Cool video. Thanks for sharing the process!
Thanks for the feedback! I appreciate it
I like your style….very smooth and well explained Sir.
Thank you kindly. Scott
Can you put the door jam directly on existing drywall? Or should I remove the drywall to get down to the studs?
You should remove the drywall so you can shim the door jamb against the studs. I hope that helps. Scott
What door handle hardware do you use to keep door shut?
The door knobs are "dummy knobs", meaning they don't turn. The doors have roller catches at the top to hold the doors in. I hope that helps. Scott
Thanks for the great content! Can you explain the theory behind the string portion? Or maybe you can post a link to a website that explains it.
Sure. The idea of the string is to make sure the door frame isn't twisted. If it has a twist, and I hang the doors, I will never be able to line them up properly. The technique of using the string is to run a string from opposite corners to make sure they are barely touching when they cross each other. That way I know the two sides are on the exact same plane. Does that make sense? Scott
Thanks for the video. I am getting ready to do this for my daughter and son-in-law. One thing I am not clear on is determining the size of the opening I need. is it as simple as making sure the two doors fit with a small gap in the middle and 1/8 on each side? Worried that the existing opening my be too small. Thanks again for the video.
Hi Steve. I use 1/8" between the two doors and 1/16 between the doors and the door jambs (this depends on the hinges you are using). If there isn't a door jamb you will need to add one as well with room to shim the jamb level and plumb.
Also, be aware that when you buy new doors, the likely have a bevel on one edge so the edge isn't square - that edge is intended for the non-hinge side so the doors don't bind when they swing open.
I hope that helps. Scott
@@HomeImprovementWoodworking THANKS!
Great Video! Have a question, we have closets similar to the video. Can we install bifold doors directly to the wall without adding a frame around?
Yes you can! Bifold doors are usually anchored at the top and bottom instead of the sides. Do a search for a bifold door kit to learn about how they work. I hope that helps. Scott
WHY DID YOU NOT MATCH THE CLOSET DOORS WITH THE ENTRY DOOR ? MAYBE YOU ARE CHANGING OUT THE OTHER DOOR AS WELL.. CAN YOU DO A VIDEO OF INSTALLING BI-FOLDS IN THE SAME KIND OF OPENING ?
Can you tell me why you want the door jamb to extend past the trim 1/8 of an inch? Wouldn't you want them to be flush to one another?
You need to leave room for when the hinges are installed. The hinge will interfere with the trim otherwise. Make sense?
where does that door stop go? along the top or between the doors?
The door stop goes on the top frame so the doors don't swing into the closet. I hope that helps. Scott
Great video thanks. Have you considered how to manage the closet space above the top of the door frame? I have several of these in my home as well and been thinking about that lately... taller doors?
Hi Ed. One way to maximize the storage space above the doors is to build shelves on either end that extend from the front of the closet to the back. Access this from the middle of the closet and you'll get some really deep storage space. It won't be something you can easily access so may be better suited for off-season storage or keepsake items. I hope that helps. Scott
Thanks for your response Scott. That’s a great suggestion and I can visualize it 👍👍
He's like the "Bob Ross" for home improvements, "Oh shoot, I drilled in the wrong screw....let's make a house out of that."
Lol. "Happy little accidents!"
THATS EXACTLY WHAT I WAS ABOUT TO TYPE, LOL! “ follow along while we mount some happy little hinges. 7” down... now make sure you have a bright shiny sharp chisel” When this channel takes off, and I’m positive it will... you have GOT to get a fake white man afro and an easel with a white board that lays out the steps for a project! Subscribed.
you need to hold hammer right first then nail in a few without shims then put shims in