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Thank you so very much for your instructions! I’m a 65 yr old woman who does most of my own easy repair work and with this video I CAN do this! Update: I DID do it! It was WAY easy! I actually used a heavy pair of tin snips to cut it after marking it. It cut the air flow very well! I’m sooo happy!
I am 62 and redoing my 1940 house. My front door is messed up. It needs bondo in places, screws are falling out. I definitely am getting this product. I am rebuilding this place mostly myself. Doing breaker box now.
Thank you so much! I'm definitely going to try this! I have to do most of my own repairs too. Videos like this really help! You're really great at explaining things! Thanks again
No joke, very clear! I’ve been so confused as to how to do this weather stripping on this drafty old front door. Since I’m renting, I’d like a simple solution that could be removed if necessary. Minnesota winters are nothing to mess with.
@@xmrsuperx Me Too!! Well I will be 65 in May. My husband was a contractor for many years, and I guess he taught me stuff so when we got to this poin in life I would be able to do these type of things and he could golf !! Smart man!
OMG have been redoing my weatherstrip on our old farmhouse every fall. Never got a good seal. This is working GREAT. I installed myself, and I am a 67 year old women. Highly recommended
I watch a lot of you tube video's. Im a retired US Army Veteran 66. Out of all of them I think your the most genuine likeable guys making these types of videos. Theres a real shortage of men like you. I hope your channel enjoys huge success, you deserve it.
As a locksmith, I can honestly say I’ve done countless service calls to fix locks that were damaged by improperly installed weather stripping. The most important thing you can do before you install the first screw is, shut the door so it latches and........... LOCK THE DEADBOLT!!!!!! (If there is one) Then, go ahead and *gently* push the stripping up against the door, Mark with a pencil and install your screws. It’s important to lock the deadbolt because quite often the strike plates for the deadbolt and the knob/lever latch, aren’t aligned properly. It not properly installed, the deadbolts bolt will drag across the strike plate with too much resistance and eventually break. I’ve have seen this problem countless times, weather stripping causes lock and door closing/fit issues almost by default.
@The Honest Carpenter When I mark the screw holes to install the metal weatherstripping , should I shut and latch the door with/without the kerf strips (that has been inserted into the groove on the top and latch side edge? The kerf strips don't properly seal the old door but the door does shut latch easily. In other words do I remove all old weatherstripping first?
I put mine on, am very inexperienced with this. My deadbolt feels tighter even if I loosen all the screws on that side. When I tightened them it was even worse. I'm not sure if I should redo the entire thing or if a little tightness in the deadbolt is okay.
Dude, great video. No B.S. talking, straight to the point, showed and explained so well that I don't think it can be done better. Much appreciate videos like this. Subbed.
Have used this option many of times. Most important tip for beginners was like you said mount with screws in the middle for possible needed adjustments later.
Love how quick your videoes move. You get to the point, give good detail, but don't drone on. As a DIY'r I want to know the solution quick and to the point. Keep up the good work.
Thx for getting to the point and for details about measuring, marking, cutting, use of a clamp. Great for 65+ handywoman who knows a little about tools, but never done any home repairs
Absolutely amazing! I just bought a 1915 house all redone on inside EXCEPT front door, moved in and noticed the huge gaps, and it is an OLD door with those bevel type windows and this showed me what to do as I could see regular weatherstripping will not cut it. I thank you so much and feel confident to do this (but will need the hack saw!)
Thank you for taking the time and effort to produce this excellent, easy to understand and follow, video tutorial on the proper installation of the metal door weather stripping.
Thank you! This is exactly what I was looking for... Between this video and the video about fixing the small corner light gap at the bottom of the door - you just gave me the fixes I needed! I really appreciate it!
Thanks Ethan, I've watched this video 10 times over three years and finally did the job today. I had all the ingredients, including FOUR of the dullest hacksaws known to man. Got the job done and will go tomorrow to buy four shiny new blades and a couple of spares. Makes a nice difference in the airtightness of my 70-year old door. I always appreciate your DIY videos on how to weatherize and improve the comfort of your home! Happy New Year!
Thank you for sharing the atypical, which now applies to older doors, this is what I was looking for. I have the metal brass trim around my door, and didn't want to remove it, but with your method I can add to what I have. Your are a great American Honest Carpenter!!
We have the most convoluted door sizes in our home and as a result have struggled with what on earth to do for sealing them. Thank you so much for this concise and easy to follow tutorial!
Our house was built in 1863. We just hung a new door and while the door is level, the house is not lol. we have major gapping. Definitely doing this to fix the drafts! Thank you so much!
I'm a pretty decent mechanic when it comes to cars, lawnmowers, bicycles, washing machines, etc. but when it comes to carpentry I'm the kind of guy who measures 4 times then cuts in the wrong place. This was no big deal when I rented an apartment but when I bought my first house at age 68 the deal got much bigger, much faster! Happily I ran across this wonderful site on TH-cam and now whenever I have a home fixit problem this is my first, and almost always, only stop! Can't say how much you've helped me so I'll just say Thanks! Great site with clear, detailed, easy to follow instructions PLUS a list of places where you can buy the materials! Everything the Home Depot "How To" site should be but isn't!
Great video! This will definitely solve my draft issues around my main entrance and basement doors. My basement door has a small enough gap that spiders use it as a highway into the house.
my place, downstairs, i've dubbed "the spider palace". gads of spiders, upkeep on webs is insane. now i have a little hope that with the doors properly sealed, that'll shut down that issue quite a bit.
Thank you, Ethan. This product you just installed looks like just the ticket to seal my patio door! I'm actually looking forward to trying it. And believe me, repairs are something I rarely look forward to. I appreciate your timely response to my questions and the high quality of those answers! I honestly believe you are one of the best. 😃😃😃😃😃❤❤❤❤❤
Yours is the channel I have been searching for. I am learning so much. Thanks So Much. I have a drafty door that I will now attempt to fix with the help of your video.
I was about to replace my door that I spent so much time to update with stained glass. I’m going to try this! UPDATE: it worked!! 🙌🏼 saved my beautiful door and lots of money. Thank you!
Really enjoy the tips for the door, my door needs weather stripping. I have used the peel and stick and never stays .I am a 60 year old woman and I am on oxygen, with severe back problems. I am hoping I can find it at Home Depot. I love this kind of stuff, you are going to have to keep posting. Thank you for the how to video.
Thank you! My house was built in 1949 on a regular foundation that one previous owner decided to hand dig a basement. Well, no door fits the exterior doorway so several years ago, a friend who had an extra steel door w/foam interior, cut that door to sort of fit the space, then wrapped the open end with steel that he cut off. Well, it's ugly but it worked better than the hollow-core wooden one that was there before and had a huge hole at the bottom that all kinds of wildlife loved. Anyway, that big basement is my dog's house during the day and it's conditioned but there's a huge gap around the door jamb that just needs a good weather-stripping fix. This is just the ticket!!! I don't have a hack saw. Guess I'm gettin one.
The best tip was that on the long pieces you want to have a screw very close to the end...otherwise you will have that end flopping around until it gets to the screw. Do two cuts, that was a great idea, so as to get your screws close to the ends of the long pieces. Actually this also applies to the top shorter piece. Great video. Thank you, Dr. George W.
Thanks so much! We needed to see this one! Really need that one about the light on the bottom of the door as well... Please do that one ASAP!! Again thanks! Blessings
@Love God & Neighbor. nope, it's from the shifting and settling of the house... there should be no sunlight coming in... we have vents etc for the other
This is a very helpful video. My front door is an old wooden double-door. I can see light through the cracks, so I know the weather stripping needs to be done. I had that peel/stick foam, but that doesn't really work well. I will eventually replace the doors, but until then, this will help!
This is awesome. Thank you so much. Our 1957 home shifted in Southern Calif. and the door installer said he could do nothing to improve huge crack from the door to the side on bottom corner. This should help at the very least a little.
Just finishing rehab on a yr. round vacation home built in 1880. Prepaid a contractor who did much of the rehab for replacement doors as my son faced down death from corona. He never returned and has numerous BB complaints since. The law is on his side. Why file and win a judgement if no $ is returned? This video is valuable to me. Thanks for saving me $ as I enjoy the design of old doors. Looking forward to more videos.
Thank you so much! This video was a huge help to me. I own an old house (built in 1908) and get a great deal of wind off the St. Lawrence River--especially in the winter. I just finished installing the weather stripping and can't wait until the next windy day so that I can feel the difference. I really appreciated the product links that you provided. That made the entire project so much easier.
Don't change a thing (!) I've learned so much from your vids & so far your site has met my every project need. It's my go-to resource for reliable, dependable info; great demonstrations.
(paused @1:00) Oh, my word! This is EXACTLY what I was looking for! I can't wait to see how you're going to install this weather stripping Mr. James! I have a feeling this is going to help with my door drafts greatly! Okay! Back to the video!
Thank you! I’m doing this first thing in the morning and was panic-researching to make sure I wasn’t forgetting anything. This put my mind at ease. …and with my (admittedly limited) experience I feel a little dumb for not putting together that the “extra-large” screw holes were intentional for ensuring the right fit. Thank you for pointing that out specifically 😅
So glad I found this video - all the others used the slide-in weatherstripping and I thought something looked fishy. My house is 100 years old, it wasn’t built for convenience 😂
Thanks you very much for your help. Your video was perfect, to the point, no repetition, and no boring introduction. You answered the question that I had Googled. My only problem now is that the top of the door jam is metal, not wood, and I'll have to have the right drill bits.
Thank you so much for this. I didn't know what the product was for or how it worked. My friend installed a prehung door on a 100+ yr old house and it didn't go well. He couldn't get the frame to line up right and ended up with some significant gaps on his door. My brother also broke the threshold while trying to help get the door to shut properly. Friend had never installed an exterior door before. Anyway, there are gaps and it needs to be sealed better. I sent him this video so hopefully he can try this solution.
A BIG thank you to you! That was derailed but concise. Easy to follow. Never had this suggested once when inquiring from 'experts' at the big box stores,and a local hardware.
I commented on this earlier, but I have to add another. It's been close to zero here in Buffalo, and our unheated side entrance has been brutally cold. In the past I managed to seal most of the cracks with adhesive backed foam stripping, but there was always a draft. We couldn't keep liquids there because we were afraid they would freeze. I installed this kind of insulating strip and a new door sweep yesterday. It's amazing (kind of like when I discovered heat tape for my pipes). There is no draft, and the entryway is comfortable. I guess I'm teachable. Thank you again. I've subscribed, and I look forward to finding new solutions to old problems.
Thank you so much for this video! Just fixed the weatherstripping on my back door and now it works great! Couldn't have done it without your instruction!
Thank you. That was a big help. I've been trying to figure out a better way to seal my old doors. The stick on seals never last or works good. This stuff works great thanks again.
Thanks so much! I actually have this same weatherstripping, but the instructions in the package were less than helpful. I'm going to install it tomorrow now I can see what to do.
Thanks for sharing. I picked up one of these kits today but was wondering how to properly install it. Some great tips that I will definitely follow when I do my install! Cheers!
Thank you for the great instructions. I've got a steel entry door that needs to be replaced but I just couldn't afford it this year. Winter's coming and I don't want my heating bill to be any higher than it has to be. I added the bronze one to my cart. Looking forward to fixing the draft and light leak.
Thank you for this video! I just moved to an old cabin which needs a lot of work, one of which is sealing the old windows and doors for the winter. I have no experience doing any home improvements or repairs, but I need to learn as I can't afford to hire anybody. This will be a great first project. I'll be looking at your other videos, too 👍🤞
You are such a genius! And you explain what to do so well. Wow! I wish you were in my neighborhood! I'd keep you busy. Thank you & stay safe. This method is so professional looking.
Thank you for this! We live in a very old house, and in the winter when it's windy, you can hear the wind whistling in around the door! I can do this!! And I need the tip for under the door, too!!
Thanks for the links and demo. My door has too much gap and the latch doesn't hold it tight against traditional foam strips, even the wide v-strips. this is a great solution for me b/c we can seal from the outside and ensure it's snug all around even if the gaps a wide in one place and narrow in another, and it doesn't jam up the door from having too much foam in the tighter places. Special thanks for the links. I couldn't find anything online b/c everyone is using foam between the door and frame.
I use a similar weatherstripping on doors. I use the one that has the same weatherstripping that comes on new doors but has the same metal strip to mount it to the frame. It works great! and when it wears out you just go up to the home center and buy the loose pieces the you would put in the newer doors and replace it.
GREAT video. I wish I had someone who would come out and do stuff like this. I email so many handymen sites- tell them I have this plus a few small items. I say in capital letters - I'm willing to pay a minimum to make it worth it. I usually get "we dont do that stuff" in return.
Hi, after watching your video I bought a similar MD brand trim kit at home depot for my 1968 door. The door had gaps around the handle and sides, after using this kit the gaps around the sides are gone. Thank you for sharing your knowledge about easy products to solve common problems.
You can get that newer foam type of weatherstripping (used on newer doors) that comes with an aluminum strip. Easily installed similar to what you have shown on this video on any door. Much better than the rubber that tends to harden up in cold cold weather.
Nice. You can also take a oscillating tool and cut a channel in the wood and put a new style seal in, just like the new doors. If you dont have an oscillator, you can take off the 3 wood pieces the door shuts against, and cut a dado with a skill saw /table saw/ router, etc..
Excellent video. He covered everything precise. It was step by step. I have a storm door that opens slightly at top, door handle side and let's a lot of air in. Will try this out. TY
Seeing you with that green Lutz screwdriver reminds me of watching my own hands work. I like this weather stripping but it's not very pretty. I've actually took off the stop and ripped a notch in it so when I put it back on, it will accommodate the newer weather strip that's on pre hung doors.
Been trying for years to remedy this problem but nothing seemed to work for long. Definitely doing this before the snow flies. Feel real dumb for not even thinking about real weather stripping instead of the foam sticky stuff.
I'm definitely going to try this out! I bought an old house in the summer, and none of the adhesive stick-on weather stripping I've tried so far has done much of anything. Thanks for the tip!
I have never heard of it but I am glad you did a tutorial on it. THis is something I can certainly use. Thanks for sharing this useful product information
Check Out the ULTIMATE CARPENTRY CHECKLIST!! *Get your free interactive ebook here* :
www.thehonestcarpenter.com/the-ultimate-carpentry-checklist
This *150-item Visual Glossary* covers every important topic in carpentry. Check off the tools you have, the concepts you understand. And if you don't know a topic, just click on it for an explanation. Every carpenter and DIYer needs this free guide!
Thank you so very much for your instructions! I’m a 65 yr old woman who does most of my own easy repair work and with this video I CAN do this!
Update: I DID do it! It was WAY easy! I actually used a heavy pair of tin snips to cut it after marking it. It cut the air flow very well! I’m sooo happy!
I am 62 and redoing my 1940 house. My front door is messed up. It needs bondo in places, screws are falling out. I definitely am getting this product. I am rebuilding this place mostly myself. Doing breaker box now.
Awesome. I am 65 and doing all kinds of little projects on my own.
@oregon jackalope LOL, me too. This looks like it would also work in the 1880's home we live in.
lol me too a woman 63 and doing my own maintenance , needed this badly. Much appreciated thank you so much. Love and light to you and yours. G Ma
Thank you so much! I'm definitely going to try this! I have to do most of my own repairs too. Videos like this really help! You're really great at explaining things! Thanks again
Finally! Clear and concise. Don’t drone on at beginning and even SHOW as talking. THANK YOU! NICELY DONE.
No joke, very clear! I’ve been so confused as to how to do this weather stripping on this drafty old front door. Since I’m renting, I’d like a simple solution that could be removed if necessary.
Minnesota winters are nothing to mess with.
Lov.this.dude..thks..uk London
@@xmrsuperx Me Too!! Well I will be 65 in May. My husband was a contractor for many years, and I guess he taught me stuff so when we got to this poin in life I would be able to do these type of things and he could golf !! Smart man!
@@judkilgore3822 I’m not trying lol 😝 I’m not going anywhere I’m going home 🏠 I’m q
Agreed. He gets right to it, no fan fair or flim flam.... just, "let's get to work."
OMG have been redoing my weatherstrip on our old farmhouse every fall. Never got a good seal. This is working GREAT. I installed myself, and I am a 67 year old women. Highly recommended
I watch a lot of you tube video's. Im a retired US Army Veteran 66. Out of all of them I think your the most genuine likeable guys making these types of videos. Theres a real shortage of men like you.
I hope your channel enjoys huge success, you deserve it.
Hey, thanks Kevin! I appreciate you watching and supporting the channel 🙂
As a locksmith, I can honestly say I’ve done countless service calls to fix locks that were damaged by improperly installed weather stripping. The most important thing you can do before you install the first screw is, shut the door so it latches and........... LOCK THE DEADBOLT!!!!!! (If there is one)
Then, go ahead and *gently* push the stripping up against the door, Mark with a pencil and install your screws. It’s important to lock the deadbolt because quite often the strike plates for the deadbolt and the knob/lever latch, aren’t aligned properly. It not properly installed, the deadbolts bolt will drag across the strike plate with too much resistance and eventually break. I’ve have seen this problem countless times, weather stripping causes lock and door closing/fit issues almost by default.
Good advice!
@@TheHonestCarpenter - cheers, I saw the vid thought I should throw in a comment.
@@TheHonestCarpenter great job!! which one is the product your using? I don't see it in your links...
@The Honest Carpenter
When I mark the screw holes to install the metal weatherstripping , should I shut and latch the door with/without the kerf strips (that has been inserted into the groove on the top and latch side edge?
The kerf strips don't properly seal the old door but the door does shut latch easily. In other words do I remove all old weatherstripping first?
I put mine on, am very inexperienced with this. My deadbolt feels tighter even if I loosen all the screws on that side. When I tightened them it was even worse. I'm not sure if I should redo the entire thing or if a little tightness in the deadbolt is okay.
Dude, great video. No B.S. talking, straight to the point, showed and explained so well that I don't think it can be done better. Much appreciate videos like this. Subbed.
Our house is little over 150 years old, So I really appreciate any content addressing old(er) construction.
Have used this option many of times. Most important tip for beginners was like you said mount with screws in the middle for possible needed adjustments later.
Love how quick your videoes move. You get to the point, give good detail, but don't drone on. As a DIY'r I want to know the solution quick and to the point. Keep up the good work.
Thx for getting to the point and for details about measuring, marking, cutting, use of a clamp. Great for 65+ handywoman who knows a little about tools, but never done any home repairs
Absolutely amazing! I just bought a 1915 house all redone on inside EXCEPT front door, moved in and noticed the huge gaps, and it is an OLD door with those bevel type windows and this showed me what to do as I could see regular weatherstripping will not cut it. I thank you so much and feel confident to do this (but will need the hack saw!)
Old house and the front door is like this! After 4 years I think you've given me hope!!
Thank you for taking the time and effort to produce this excellent, easy to understand and follow, video tutorial on the proper installation of the metal door weather stripping.
Thank you! This is exactly what I was looking for... Between this video and the video about fixing the small corner light gap at the bottom of the door - you just gave me the fixes I needed! I really appreciate it!
Thanks Ethan, I've watched this video 10 times over three years and finally did the job today. I had all the ingredients, including FOUR of the dullest hacksaws known to man. Got the job done and will go tomorrow to buy four shiny new blades and a couple of spares. Makes a nice difference in the airtightness of my 70-year old door. I always appreciate your DIY videos on how to weatherize and improve the comfort of your home! Happy New Year!
That’s great to hear, CLT! I’m glad it helped, and happy new year! 😄
Super helpful. The maintenance man installed it into the door itself 😂. With your help I was able to take it off and install it the right way.
THANK YOU SO MUCH....I'm trying to weather strip an old door that's not level/plum anymore. Great, helpful video! Much appreciated!
Thank you for sharing the atypical, which now applies to older doors, this is what I was looking for. I have the metal brass trim around my door, and didn't want to remove it, but with your method I can add to what I have. Your are a great American Honest Carpenter!!
Thank you, Papaw! I see a lot of the old brass clasp weather stripping around here too 🙂
We have the most convoluted door sizes in our home and as a result have struggled with what on earth to do for sealing them. Thank you so much for this concise and easy to follow tutorial!
Our house was built in 1863. We just hung a new door and while the door is level, the house is not lol. we have major gapping. Definitely doing this to fix the drafts! Thank you so much!
I'm a pretty decent mechanic when it comes to cars, lawnmowers, bicycles, washing machines, etc. but when it comes to carpentry I'm the kind of guy who measures 4 times then cuts in the wrong place. This was no big deal when I rented an apartment but when I bought my first house at age 68 the deal got much bigger, much faster! Happily I ran across this wonderful site on TH-cam and now whenever I have a home fixit problem this is my first, and almost always, only stop! Can't say how much you've helped me so I'll just say Thanks! Great site with clear, detailed, easy to follow instructions PLUS a list of places where you can buy the materials! Everything the Home Depot "How To" site should be but isn't!
Thank you. I’m a female who’s husband is newly disabled, learning how to do all necessary home repairs and these videos are a godsend!
I’m glad they’re helping Peeps! Good luck, and work safe 🙂
I watched the whole thing, but you solved my problem within the first minute. Excellent job! Thank you.
Great video! This will definitely solve my draft issues around my main entrance and basement doors. My basement door has a small enough gap that spiders use it as a highway into the house.
my place, downstairs, i've dubbed "the spider palace". gads of spiders, upkeep on webs is insane. now i have a little hope that with the doors properly sealed, that'll shut down that issue quite a bit.
Thank you, Ethan. This product you just installed looks like just the ticket to seal my patio door! I'm actually looking forward to trying it. And believe me, repairs are something I rarely look forward to. I appreciate your timely response to my questions and the high quality of those answers! I honestly believe you are one of the best. 😃😃😃😃😃❤❤❤❤❤
Thanks Gary, I’m glad it was helpful!
@@TheHonestCarpenter 👍👍
Your videos are excellent! You explain things so clearly. Thank you! I'm 71 and love watching and following your instructions!
Yours is the channel I have been searching for. I am learning so much. Thanks So Much. I have a drafty door that I will now attempt to fix with the help of your video.
Thanks, Alex! Good luck 🙂
I love this guy he just tells the truth and easy fix. Keep Sharing ur amazing information
I was about to replace my door that I spent so much time to update with stained glass. I’m going to try this!
UPDATE: it worked!! 🙌🏼 saved my beautiful door and lots of money. Thank you!
Centering the slotted holes. Two cuts Good reminder!! Thank you
Really enjoy the tips for the door, my door needs weather stripping. I have used the peel and stick and never stays .I am a 60 year old woman and I am on oxygen, with severe back problems. I am hoping I can find it at Home Depot. I love this kind of stuff, you are going to have to keep posting. Thank you for the how to video.
Thank you! My house was built in 1949 on a regular foundation that one previous owner decided to hand dig a basement. Well, no door fits the exterior doorway so several years ago, a friend who had an extra steel door w/foam interior, cut that door to sort of fit the space, then wrapped the open end with steel that he cut off. Well, it's ugly but it worked better than the hollow-core wooden one that was there before and had a huge hole at the bottom that all kinds of wildlife loved. Anyway, that big basement is my dog's house during the day and it's conditioned but there's a huge gap around the door jamb that just needs a good weather-stripping fix. This is just the ticket!!! I don't have a hack saw. Guess I'm gettin one.
The best tip was that on the long pieces you want to have a screw very close to the end...otherwise you will have that end flopping around until it gets to the screw. Do two cuts, that was a great idea, so as to get your screws close to the ends of the long pieces. Actually this also applies to the top shorter piece. Great video. Thank you, Dr. George W.
Easier to just drill a hole and put in another screw
Thanks so much! We needed to see this one! Really need that one about the light on the bottom of the door as well... Please do that one ASAP!! Again thanks!
Blessings
@Love God & Neighbor. nope, it's from the shifting and settling of the house... there should be no sunlight coming in... we have vents etc for the other
Coming up this week, Anita! Keep your eyes peeled 😀
Used this video twice and it's concise, accurate, and understandable. Four stars.
This is a very helpful video. My front door is an old wooden double-door. I can see light through the cracks, so I know the weather stripping needs to be done. I had that peel/stick foam, but that doesn't really work well. I will eventually replace the doors, but until then, this will help!
This is awesome. Thank you so much. Our 1957 home shifted in Southern Calif. and the door installer said he could do nothing to improve huge crack from the door to the side on bottom corner. This should help at the very least a little.
Just finishing rehab on a yr. round vacation home built in 1880. Prepaid a contractor who did much of the rehab for replacement doors as my son faced down death from corona. He never returned and has numerous BB complaints since. The law is on his side. Why file and win a judgement if no $ is returned? This video is valuable to me. Thanks for saving me $ as I enjoy the design of old doors. Looking forward to more videos.
Thank you so much! This video was a huge help to me. I own an old house (built in 1908) and get a great deal of wind off the St. Lawrence River--especially in the winter. I just finished installing the weather stripping and can't wait until the next windy day so that I can feel the difference. I really appreciated the product links that you provided. That made the entire project so much easier.
Don't change a thing (!) I've learned so much from your vids & so far your site has met my every project need. It's my go-to resource for reliable, dependable info; great demonstrations.
New subie. I hate waiting for my husband to do anything. These short videos for me, are EXCELLENT !!! And my house was built in 1923. Thank you.
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Oh, my word! This is EXACTLY what I was looking for! I can't wait to see how you're going to install this weather stripping Mr. James! I have a feeling this is going to help with my door drafts greatly! Okay! Back to the video!
I enjoy learning how to weather proof and close up the gaps. Very to the point and clear simple directions.
I've installed 100's of exterior doors, slabs and prehungs, for old doors or jambs these are the best weather stripping for sure.
This is so really good. So much detail without much of a "talk"
Great video. Explains it well as far as I can tell. I am a woman with no carpentry experience.
Thank you! I’m doing this first thing in the morning and was panic-researching to make sure I wasn’t forgetting anything. This put my mind at ease.
…and with my (admittedly limited) experience I feel a little dumb for not putting together that the “extra-large” screw holes were intentional for ensuring the right fit. Thank you for pointing that out specifically 😅
Thank you! I can’t wait to tackle this. We bought an 80 year old house and it’s breezy this winter
80 year old house may be a little drafty around doors, but it has strong bones then ALL OF THESE homes today.
I used this type of weatherstripping on the entry doors of my antique house and successfully weatherstripped doors that are 130 years old. This works!
Thanks Dan, that’s great to hear!
Where can I purchase vinyl and aluminum weatherstripping? I’m having a hard time finding it. Thanks!
@@emberpiano I purchased mine on amazon.com
Thank you for this information. I was able to get this up before the freeze. Very grateful!!!!!
Thank you so much for making this video. This is the perfect solution for the old late 70's door on my new house.
This helps alot, I sincerely appreciate your advice.
Thank you. This is a great idea and you explained perfectly! I’ll be buying and installing this today on my 36 year old house’ backdoor.
binge- watching your videos now .
so easy to follow, and well paced.
¡¡you are helping so many people!! God bless you back!
So glad I found this video - all the others used the slide-in weatherstripping and I thought something looked fishy. My house is 100 years old, it wasn’t built for convenience 😂
Excellent! I’m getting ready to do this to my front door and now I’m returning the foam stick on stuff. Thanks man, love your videos!
Thanks you very much for your help. Your video was perfect, to the point, no repetition, and no boring introduction. You answered the question that I had Googled. My only problem now is that the top of the door jam is metal, not wood, and I'll have to have the right drill bits.
Great video. I,ll try This out.
My house. 46 yrs old.
Very well explained thank you. I just bought the exact same weatherstrip brand and model for an old door.
Thanks! I'm always encouraged to try DIY stuff when the instructions are clear and easy to understand. Yours always are!
Thank you so much for this. I didn't know what the product was for or how it worked. My friend installed a prehung door on a 100+ yr old house and it didn't go well. He couldn't get the frame to line up right and ended up with some significant gaps on his door. My brother also broke the threshold while trying to help get the door to shut properly. Friend had never installed an exterior door before. Anyway, there are gaps and it needs to be sealed better. I sent him this video so hopefully he can try this solution.
A BIG thank you to you! That was derailed but concise. Easy to follow. Never had this suggested once when inquiring from 'experts' at the big box stores,and a local hardware.
"derailed" - me thinks you mean "detailed". BIG difference LOL
I commented on this earlier, but I have to add another. It's been close to zero here in Buffalo, and our unheated side entrance has been brutally cold. In the past I managed to seal most of the cracks with adhesive backed foam stripping, but there was always a draft. We couldn't keep liquids there because we were afraid they would freeze. I installed this kind of insulating strip and a new door sweep yesterday. It's amazing (kind of like when I discovered heat tape for my pipes). There is no draft, and the entryway is comfortable. I guess I'm teachable. Thank you again. I've subscribed, and I look forward to finding new solutions to old problems.
Thank you so much for this video! Just fixed the weatherstripping on my back door and now it works great! Couldn't have done it without your instruction!
Great video
Great video. Exactly what i need for my old door.
Thank you. That was a big help. I've been trying to figure out a better way to seal my old doors. The stick on seals never last or works good. This stuff works great thanks again.
I need to do this to my mother-in-laws house. Perfect timing!!
Thanks so much! I actually have this same weatherstripping, but the instructions in the package were less than helpful. I'm going to install it tomorrow now I can see what to do.
Thanks for sharing. I picked up one of these kits today but was wondering how to properly install it. Some great tips that I will definitely follow when I do my install! Cheers!
Thank you for the great instructions. I've got a steel entry door that needs to be replaced but I just couldn't afford it this year. Winter's coming and I don't want my heating bill to be any higher than it has to be. I added the bronze one to my cart. Looking forward to fixing the draft and light leak.
Here because of the light gap at the bottom! Heading there now...thank you so much!
Thank you for this video! I just moved to an old cabin which needs a lot of work, one of which is sealing the old windows and doors for the winter. I have no experience doing any home improvements or repairs, but I need to learn as I can't afford to hire anybody. This will be a great first project. I'll be looking at your other videos, too 👍🤞
I’m about to replace my old weather stripping and your videos will make it much easier. Thanks
You are such a genius! And you explain what to do so well. Wow! I wish you were in my neighborhood! I'd keep you busy. Thank you & stay safe. This method is so professional looking.
Thank you, Andrea! 😄
Thank you for this! We live in a very old house, and in the winter when it's windy, you can hear the wind whistling in around the door! I can do this!! And I need the tip for under the door, too!!
You are the best!! I just bought what you recommended from Lowe’s and now I’m about to install it! Thank you for your knowledge.
Thanks for the links and demo. My door has too much gap and the latch doesn't hold it tight against traditional foam strips, even the wide v-strips. this is a great solution for me b/c we can seal from the outside and ensure it's snug all around even if the gaps a wide in one place and narrow in another, and it doesn't jam up the door from having too much foam in the tighter places.
Special thanks for the links. I couldn't find anything online b/c everyone is using foam between the door and frame.
I knew I was in the right place when I seen the door you're working on.
Thank you!!! I don't want to part with my original102 year old door so this helps me out.
I use a similar weatherstripping on doors. I use the one that has the same weatherstripping that comes on new doors but has the same metal strip to mount it to the frame. It works great! and when it wears out you just go up to the home center and buy the loose pieces the you would put in the newer doors and replace it.
What brand is it and where did you get i?
I love these weather strip! Really good stuff! I've used these with, the weather stripping already on the door as well! Good video man!!
Best idea I have ever seen in my 60 years and I believe that would also work on some drafty windows thank you so much For sharing
Thanks so much! I like the attention to detail with the tip of notching the foam in the corners for a good fit!
GREAT video. I wish I had someone who would come out and do stuff like this. I email so many handymen sites- tell them I have this plus a few small items. I say in capital letters - I'm willing to pay a minimum to make it worth it. I usually get "we dont do that stuff" in return.
Hi, after watching your video I bought a similar MD brand trim kit at home depot for my 1968 door. The door had gaps around the handle and sides, after using this kit the gaps around the sides are gone. Thank you for sharing your knowledge about easy products to solve common problems.
Awesome! I’m glad it helped, Stephanie 😄
You can get that newer foam type of weatherstripping (used on newer doors) that comes with an aluminum strip. Easily installed similar to what you have shown on this video on any door. Much better than the rubber that tends to harden up in cold cold weather.
Nice.
You can also take a oscillating tool and cut a channel in the wood and put a new style seal in, just like the new doors. If you dont have an oscillator, you can take off the 3 wood pieces the door shuts against, and cut a dado with a skill saw /table saw/ router, etc..
Ethan, glad your style has stayed focused all these years
Excellent video. He covered everything precise. It was step by step. I have a storm door that opens slightly at top, door handle side and let's a lot of air in. Will try this out. TY
Seeing you with that green Lutz screwdriver reminds me of watching my own hands work. I like this weather stripping but it's not very pretty. I've actually took off the stop and ripped a notch in it so when I put it back on, it will accommodate the newer weather strip that's on pre hung doors.
Thank you! I have a door that's driving me nuts with air leaks and the foam weather stripping doesn't do anything. Great video with easy instructions.
Thank you. I have a lovely old French door for my front door. While it's not badly hung, there is a gap at the top on the latch side.
Been trying for years to remedy this problem but nothing seemed to work for long. Definitely doing this before the snow flies. Feel real dumb for not even thinking about real weather stripping instead of the foam sticky stuff.
I'm definitely going to try this out! I bought an old house in the summer, and none of the adhesive stick-on weather stripping I've tried so far has done much of anything. Thanks for the tip!
Outstanding! Fast, clear, and no stupid electric guitar music playing over a long intro. You're wonderful. :o)
My door is older and developing gaps as the weather stripping wears and flattens and cracks. This is the perfect solution.
Great video, the links to the Weatherstrip products seem to be outdated. They open but some of the options are unavailable. I suggest updating them.
Great idea thanks!!! I live in a 1940’s hollywood bungalow and after heavy rains there’s an issue with this.
I have never heard of it but I am glad you did a tutorial on it. THis is something I can certainly use. Thanks for sharing this useful product information
You're welcome, John! Thanks for watching :)