How to Fit a Salvaged Door in an Existing Opening | Ask This Old House

[@bobbyburnette8764]

I never tire of watching and learning from this man, please never retire.

[@kevinsweeney5836]

Tommy is by far a national treasure. A Hall of Fame professional for certain.

[@boonang4097]

"'This Door is hung upside down". Thanks for doing that mistake. Tom Silva revealed all the mistakes and showed us how to correct them! The more mistakes the more opportunities to learn. Thank you Tom You are a Champ.

[@Cris-ss8tb]

Thanks im going to use that Outlook at work

[@DougCeleste]

Is there ANY job that Tom cannot do well???? The man is AMAAAAAAAAAZING!!!

[@buckbuck9225]

Doug Celeste yes there is.safety...

[@oltedders]

He's fudged some shit on a TOH remodel when they were trying to get out at the tail end of the job. The think the homeowners were being buttheads about money.

[@J19_vlogger74]

@@buckbuck9225 don't be rude, he was being safe... atleast safer tha me Tommy Silva, some people are out thare to be rude and the 'tough guy' but they are just trying to get on your bas side, you were being safe, i know that and you know that, if knolage took up mass, your trailer would not ever hold 1% of it

[@bobbinsnest]

Tommy is a true professional and knows his trade very well.

[@subarutime5089]

bobbinsnest feastool

[@johnclancy2491]

That is an understatement for sure!!! He and Norm are what we used to have in this country. No need for college for everyone!!! I am a tradesman and a nurse (retired). We used to take great pride in this country working with our hands! Norm does have a college degree also.

[@lonewolf3564]

@@johnclancy2491 I have several college degrees and even though I made a high salary working in tech I understand the importance of basic craftsman skills and knowing how to work with your hands. Sadly Craftsman who take pride in their work and the quality they put out is no longer valued in our country because we've sold out to China. I would gladly pay more to have things made in America and to make sure that fellow American craftsman can practice their trade and provide us with quality products

[@davescott8859]

God Bless these guys. This show and the crew has given us all many years of the best information from the greatest team of professionals. When we weren’t taking care of the farm or cutting firewood, I remember watching this show when I was a young child with my father along with the Yankee Workshop and the knowledge has been priceless in my life, a truly a blessing and many happy girlfriends along the way, thank you all.

[@Littlelewie151]

Amen!!!! I used to watch this with my great aunt on HGTV as a child. Now I'm grown up I go back and watch these videos and take notes lmao!

[@Namratiug]

Odin agrees with you.

[@jonstensaas9077]

I've never seen the hinges installed one at a time. I guess if you are lacking a straight piece of wood the length from top of jamb to just past the bottom hinge the small piece will work. I've always found one continuous piece. And mark all 2 or 3 hinges at once. But you learn something new every day.

[@morgezorge6387]

This guy has so much experience, no unnecessary actions, amazing

[@alphaclean3364]

Also, camera editing

[@j.bowman8699]

Nope 40+ years experience

[@karla4257]

I honestly just like watching this guy! I literally learn something each time I watch his shows. Truly thankful!

[@speedshiftr88]

I wish this guy was my uncle..he has an insane amount of knowledge. I need a lot for my house built in 1938..Learn a lot. Thanks

[@jays1752]

I watch a LOT of DIY carpenters. Most of them seem competent enough, some even occasionally show me something that I'm truly impressed by. Then I watch Tom Silva. Just a whole different level of talent, experience and knowledge. A million solutions to those unforeseen problems that come up on the job site. Maybe that's from working in New England his whole life where he's been dealing with 100, 200, even 300 year old houses his whole career.

[@stoneguy1737]

Nice job Tommy. I'll be using that gauge block trick for sure.

[@scottyellis3442]

Tommy is definitely the man. I've been in the construction business all my adult life (around 35 years) & now I'm a maintenance tech at a facility & still learning from Tommy.

[@fishing5127]

Yes he is the man! He's gotten me out of a jamb (pun intended) or two! Lol.

[@TheInroad]

"Upside down and inside out im bout to show all you homeowners what it's all about" -Tommy Silva

[@oltedders]

That works just right for cutting crown molding on a miter saw.

[@billsmith9249]

I've said it before, when these older pros start retiring and the newer generation takes up, we're in big trouble!!! A+ work!

[@darrylfitzys8632]

That’s why apprenticeships are needed; I went through a 5-yr one.

[@leotn64]

they said the same exact thing 60 years ago, yet here we have tommy.

[@johnduffy6546]

Mr. Silva is an American icon! Such a wise mentor...Darn the rascal that paints hinges....Grrrr!

[@camlobesvtec]

Expert, classy, professional, genius. Really blessed by watching Tom.

[@sfb4577]

ive been watching this show for over 20 yrs.......Tom is the man!!! cant believe how todays home improvement shows are nothing but nobodies Hollywood glamour bullshit

[@johnclancy2491]

Well said !!!!

[@SubversionGarage]

Tom Silva is my spirit animal

[@nonameHEF]

Tom Silva is such an amazing allrounder.

[@PatrolOfficer161]

After all this time STILL more tricks on how to do it better and more correctly. I honestly had no idea an older door latch box could be redirected.

[@boonang4097]

Yes it goes to show that sometimes mistakes are blessings in disguise. It gives opportunities to learn from mistakes and improve the work and outlook.

[@kevinclaytoncarpentry1686]

great work Tom. installing a salvaged door in a exsisting opening is actually quite tough and you made it look so easy.

[@user-lf7en6rf8m]

Tom silva you are incredible, im so glad you became the worlds best tradesman,

[@countyjohn741]

Tommy you are the man it's a pleasure watching you work.

[@maxdaxful]

He is the Bob Ross of home repair!!

[@angeloblack9824]

Awesome video! The trick using a wood reference strip to place hinges in door-jam, without measuring, saved me huge amounts of time! Since my door was longer, I just made sure to shim the bottom when checking the fit. Thanks, this was exactly what I needed.

[@cybermad64]

Amazing job here. restoring an old door and modify it to make it fit the door frame instead of replacing it with a new, door, hinges and handle where most people would just put it in the trash. Very impressive and clean.

[@r.mercado9737]

This is one video I can watch all the time. It is bright, refreshing and stimulating. Truly a Noble Profession! Semper Fi

[@Chrisxantixemox]

This is incredible and helped me think of how I need to do my project! Using that scrap wood to figure out where the hinge needs to go on the jamb is a great idea and makes it a lot easier than doing a bunch of math!

[@jilllewis8394]

Thank you TOH for this how-to. I found some salvaged doors I want to use in my c. 1920 house. Most were too short but now I know I can adapt them. I love the scoring of the new bottom panel to simulate the stiles.

[@finalchapter24k]

That man is clearly learning from his more experienced elder. Love to see it!

[@stevejensen3471]

Who wouldn't love having the legend Tommy Silva in their home working on a project!

[@blackrain6ft5]

every time I hear that theme music of toh I fall into my happy place. I absolutely love this show.

[@jshdjsjsjs1438]

I bet tommy was laughing when he first saw the door

[@kellerrobert80]

I doubt it. It was a quick fix available to the homeowner to protect his kids. He knew all along it was a stopgap till Superman Tommy arrived.

[@jasonalexander6417]

he did laugh 0:35

[@andrewholdaway813]

He probably brought it with him

[@oltedders]

Tommy's laughing at the door being upside down, but he knows that was the only way it could have been mounted with the hardware left in place. Not a quick fix and only an old timer would know how to do this. 18 step process.

[@andrewholdaway813]

@@oltedders I'd also like to know in what way the homeowner thinks the door matches others in the house - because it clearly doesn't.

[@krn14242]

I guess he didn't notice how high the door knob was.. :) Great job (as always) by Tom.

[@aaronbays4]

Man its almost therapeutic seeing a master carpenter like Tommy work his magic. I can hammer a nail into a board, cut wood, frame a basic wall, but skills like getting that door to fit perfectly, that's a sort of dark art/wizardry that comes only with years of experience.

[@johnp556]

If you've ever messed with old doors on old house, you know that's some serious wizardry he's got there.

[@ScottishMatters]

That is a brilliant, methodical, informative and easy to follow tutorial. Honestly, good carpentry is an art. Thank you

[@brianabouttown256]

Tom is the BEST!!! Thanks for all your help over the years, I feel like you’re my Fairy Godfather of home repairs!

[@Chris-s2r]

Tom Silva. Man of talent!

[@rayleder3705]

Tommy never ceases to amaze me.

[@dennisd4452]

Tommy is a professional artist! Whatever his price is, just pay him. Worth every penny on the dollar.

[@Stuntman2304]

The door videos with Tommy are so satisfying!!!!

[@bsowieja]

Tom gets it right the first time, every time.

[@zachikhothingo1]

Tommy is awesome. I'm inspired evertime I see him work. a true master.

[@zenjon7892]

Tom is one of my heroes!

[@mjahandyman6390]

Tom is a Master at his trade, .. Your a great teacher, Thank you

[@businessman904]

I like this guy. He make projects look so easy. I'll look at my projects, and go straight to craigslist for unreliable help.🤷🏾‍♂️

[@joefran619]

experts like tommy always makes it look so easy, yet it comes from years of experience

[@gordonquickstad]

Tom Silva is the boss of doors!

[@markhoffman]

In the first take, Tommy realises the door is upside down and uncontrollably laughs for 15 minutes. After Tom can finally gather himself, they restart the show.

[@JoseJimenez-vw2cw]

you are a patient knowledgeable gentle teacher

[@bumbog4071]

I paid someone to hang a door today ...absolute mess. I had to get my daughter help me take it off tonight , all the screws were so tightly drilled into place it was a struggle to remove them. The frame was battered to bits and a chunk missing off the bottom of the door which I later found in the bin! Just like the door in the video there was a big gap on one side but the fitter decided to remedy this by screwing a piece of wood on the front to cover it....it looked so bad. I could do it better myself especially after watching this video. This man is obviously a real carpenter, skilled, knowledgeable and a joy to watch, he makes it look so easy - it’s not of course that’s why people spend years learning the trade but I’m going to try because I can’ t be much worse than the person who botched it today. Thanks for this great video.

[@penelopekimball1335]

Probably thought since you are a woman you wouldn't notice. What a jerk.

[@SmallWonda]

Tommy you're AMAZING - we have an external door here mounted upside down - just a screen door, but even so...! Loved how you fixed the latch... 👍🦘🐾😎

[@Phantomas2011]

Tommy u r such a smart pro I LOVE watching you work your magic! Learned a lot from you!!! As u say “BEAUTIFUL “

[@taohuang359]

Like I said, Tommy is totally awesome! Used these tricks to fix several old doors that we replaced in our house. Thanks!

[@yourmasterrenovator86]

This was all and all we need to know about hanging a door. Thank you very much.

[@meerscan9101]

another homeowner paint job, 1 year clock starts now

[@MarzNet256]

refrigeration tech LOL!

[@mioangel1227]

refrigeration tech, hahahaha! I tought it's just me!

[@DH4Hobbies]

no need to remind me every 6 months either.

[@jake_of_the_jungle9840]

Still cheaper than paying someone else to do it lol

[@michaelo1492]

just proves there's alway a solution to every problem that life throws at you.

[@chriskozlarek8013]

That pencil trick to measure the angle blew my mind...

[@bigpicturethinking5620]

It’s called scribing. You can use the same technique to fit things very close to irregular surfaces such as stone and other odd shapes.

[@davidmore7867]

True Craftsmen at work....A joy to watch

[@sajidrafique375]

This guy is the Best of the best handymen

[@romuloromero2268]

I could watch Tom work on wood all day. I do wish we had seen the finished painted door.

[@fernandourbina4851]

This old men is the man !!!

[@SpencerDavis2000]

this was so impressive how he did everything. Tommy is so awesome

[@mijailmariano7846]

so much knowledge and wisdom in one video. love it!

[@ronniekeener3802]

Great job Tommy. The wood whisperer.

[@mannyperez609]

All the knowledge this guy has, pretty impressive

[@Goldifarms]

He makes it all look so easy 🙌

[@bigsuey]

I like seeing old school skills with up to date tools.:-)

[@penelopekimball1335]

Loved this video. I was like "no way! that's how you do that?" Thanks Tommy.

[@theo234theo]

Tommy has so much knowledge. Its like Tommy sees the problem and has the solution. There is no job Tommy cant handle. You can almost see the gears turning.

[@nedsdeclassified]

I feel when tom does pass, they should us the footage of him with his chisel @6:01.. That clip sums him up, calm,concentrate and humble..

[@travisvossler]

People actually had the tendency to put a thumbs down on this video 😂how to truly not appreciate anything in life this video is master class quality.. you rock brother I look forward to every video you post your professionalism is unmatched on KZbin👌🏼

[@seaknightvirchow8131]

“Tommy, you’re amazing.” True.

[@marieapple6866]

The gentleman is correct, Tommy is amazing!

[@campmein]

WOW, Tommy you are a genius! I am going to watch this video over and over and over when I go to fit my door in a weird opening. This video was sent to me by God, he knew you were a genius that could help me solve my problem. You sir, are incredibly talented and make it look easier than it really is. Thanks for the great video. 💫💫💫

[@hnnnggh]

man that's a lot of good tips in one little video

[@michaelhume8689]

Tommy your legend...learnt 3 knew things....class...the UK loves you TOH

[@hudsonriverlee]

Wow . I will need this video, I have doors from 1880, the previous house owners tried hanging the doors and have the hinges on opposite sides of the door top and bottom, I am thinking of putting this old door on the wood shed , lol I liked the idea of how to take and transfer the gap using a scribe. In any case the video is very informative...

[@cloudstrifeification]

Now all he has to do is find a key that will fit that old lock so he can lock the door and hang the key up high so his kids can't fall down the steps. Tom Silva always does good work!!

[@J19_vlogger74]

Tommy Silva, your the man bro! if knolage took up mass, your trailer would not ever hold 1% of it

[@jeffthewhiff]

Tommy is "the man" and can do any home repairs!

[@fxprocc]

I learn everytime i watch tommy.

[@WeaselJuice]

You gotta wonder how Tom knows all this, but it's his job. Thanks Tom! 😊

[@blackrain6ft5]

I'm with you. lol

[@renostubbs6348]

That was an unbelievable job,I appreciated the video from start to finish. Thank you sir.

[@rtel123]

When it is done, the guy says, "oh Tom, I forgot to say i prefer the hinge on the left and the latch on the right."

[@mangham2011]

I enjoyed watching this I watched it all over again.

[@davidrobins4025]

Another good job with some great ideas on what to do to fix this old door.

[@indicharlie]

Tommy is a true genius

[@colinsmith7576]

Tommy, thank you for sharing, excellent tricks of trade.

[@lilywondertwin]

Tommy you are the man !

[@MrThomascd]

Tom ... that was truly amazing... thanks

[@chipdog007]

Tom is the man!

[@chaz4471]

❤❤❤❤❤I have always loved all the guys on this show!!!

[@flowergrowersmith449]

I'm in awe of Tom.. !

[@Pro1er]

Excellent episode.

[@longshorejlepper2582]

This was a very good instructional video !!!

[@Honeybearsphone]

Watching this fixed three doors in my house that were all cut too short!

[@Khurr]

Tommy is too skilled for his own good...need me a Tommy in my life 😀

[@rterry2752]

Love when customers say I have a small job for you !

[@melinageofashion]

I love fhis man I wish could be my next door man to listen and learn his skills!! Blessings