Xposting from frugality: How hard is it to hang storm doors?

[politicat]

We can get storm doors cheap in our size at the building recycler's here in boulder (Resource 2000 - great place. I built a gorgeous countertop height dining table with materials from them for $30. (If you have something similar - check with your recycling program - they're a great source for building materials and home items.)

Anyway, we can get the doors, no problem, but I have no idea how hard it is to hang that type of door, and what we would need. Do we need to extend the frame or will hinges do the job?

On repost: our front door is somewhat recessed into the frame, so there is room for a storm/screen door.

[wildeyed]

1. We just did that.

Well, honestly, my husband just did that. But it was my idea :)

He says as long as your door is a standard size opening and the trim is flat, it should be no problem.

[Old and In the Way]

2. a 4' level and a shingle.

locate, level, and nail in the frame side that attaches to the door. Shims can be used as a floor spacer to locatethe door off the floor. Shingles can also be used to shim out the frame to get squareness with the keeper side of the frame. Having a helper help, helps, too.