How to remove a door jamb, finish drywall corners and create doorway. Easy!

[@xxbondsxx]

Exactly what I needed! All the other videos were about replacing doors, not finishing out the doorway after the door is gone

[@homemend]

That is awesome bonds. Enjoy that doorless opening!

[@yosethemighty]

Dustin.. Dustin.. Dustin... Your most awesome attitude and "keep it simple" without forgetting the details style has inspired me to go ahead with all those projects around my place that I've been putting off...

[@homemend]

Hey yo Seth. This is the kind of comment I love to get my friend thank you so much for sharing and let’s get to it!

[@wadewalden3008]

Perfect timing to find this! Thanks for making it short and to the point. Way too many how to videos where the maker spends more time talking and being funny than getting to the point and showing good detail. This helped a ton!👍🍻

[@homemend]

Thank you, Wayne! I appreciate the comment

[@5p33dr4c3r72]

Thank you for making this informative, no-nonsense, down-to-earth video.

[@homemend]

You’re most welcome my friend. Thank you for commenting

[@kathrynscharf5813]

I Googled "how to remove part of a door frame" because I didn't know how to describe this situation. Your video was 3rd in the suggested, the first one I clicked, and EXACTLY what I needed. New piece of kitchen furniture is about 5/8" too long for for the space I have, and it's because of the old hinge and casing. I feel totally confidant to tackle this myself. Liked & subscribed. Thank you!

[@homemend]

You are awesome KS. Great comment thank you so Much.

[@p0rt3ll]

Perfect, great close ups, straight to the point, easy to follow. I’ll be doing this with a door jamb in our living room. Thank you!

[@homemend]

Thank you port! Appreciate you sharing.

[@karbage8536]

I was about to comment the same thing 😂

[@lbzanater21]

Mate you’re an absolute legend. Cheers. Good vid

[@homemend]

Thank you, my friend!

[@j10001]

The dreaded kitchen door 😂 So true!

[@homemend]

Thanks for watching!

[@suzannedaily5455]

Thank you for this video! I'm removing a door, frame, etc and making a modern entrance then adding a barn door to my pantry! This video will help me get the job done!

[@homemend]

It’s easy when you know how Suzanne thank you so much for sharing. And enjoy! You rocked it

[@ninoalagna4771]

You are my favorite channel on KZbin. You help me calm down the night before I go back to work.

[@homemend]

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[@allthingsnikki5125]

This is exactly what I needed. I removed a closet door frame and didn't know how to finish it. This helps greatly. (I'm changing a closet into an office.)

[@homemend]

You are awesome, Nikki I’m sure it’s going to turn out great you’re also in the running for biggest fan! Thank you so much for sharing

[@anitaerickson1971]

Removed the door in my guest bedroom closet and want to smooth out the door way so I can add a barn door and this video show exactly how to get the job completed. Thank you so much for sharing and not making it difficult😅

[@homemend]

Thank you Anita. You are my success story. Thank you so much for sharing

[@anitaerickson1971]

Oh, you want believe that I got some free dry wall from Home Depot saving me 20-30 dollars 😀

[@anitaerickson1971]

I A friend to help me do this, but something went wrong the jDry Dex compound I used would not stick to the metal beading, but I didn’t give up and keep working with it. It’s looks ok but I wish I knew Exactly what type of compound or mud you used☺️

[@homemend]

Hi Anita. There is a suggested home improvement playlist in the description with some options, Home Depot and Lowe’s only sells one kind and it either has a green top on it or a blue top. We always called it green top, it’s premixed and ready to use out of the bucket. Not sure what brand you used but if you hop on the mighty Netwerk you can upload pictures and talk about your project :-)

[@drewish]

Really appreciate the direct explanation. Super helpful.

[@homemend]

Absolutely thank you Drew!

[@TechnoTim]

You make this look so easy. Nice work!

[@homemend]

You got this Tim!

[@49ways]

Awesome..this is the exact tutorial I needed I had an idea on what to do this just helped me confirm! 🤟🏼

[@homemend]

Awesome 49. Thanks for sharing.

[@serviceproper]

Thanks soo much for the video and getting to the dang point and giving clear instructions. Liked & subbed. Take care!

[@homemend]

thank you brandon!

[@ckksdiydesigns8808]

Tackling removing the kitchen door jamb and this video made it so easy and simple! You listed everything needed! Much appreciated

[@homemend]

CKK this is awesome. So glad it gave me the confidence to tackle this project. Enjoy!

[@klaaje]

Thanks for the video which give me courage to try!

[@homemend]

Awesome comment thank you so much Klara

[@MeWriter2112]

I would love to see how it looks completely finished. I feel like that is an important piece to any how-to video.

[@homemend]

Awesome Susan thanks for watching

[@TatjanaRoodenko]

Thanks, this was helpful.

[@normacardona2111]

You're awesome, thank you!

[@jamilajefferson1100]

Grateful for the video. Door was there for Fire safety and/or conserving heat. Also you can 45 cut your beads for uniformity and cleaner fit:)

[@homemend]

Thank you for sharing

[@juliafairchild1073]

You are a life saver, I have a small guest bath, with a smaller closet with a door on it.. opening it (right in front of the toilet) is so horrible. This will help!

[@homemend]

Awesome Julia! Thanks for sharing. You got this.

[@screwball7070]

Thanks Dustin! After watching your video, it looks easy.

[@homemend]

You got this dean!

[@malaikasdurbin8960]

SIR!!! THANK YOU SOOO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO! You have saved me!

[@homemend]

You’re awesome mal. Thanks for sharing

[@MrAschroeder1]

This video is EXACTLY what I was searching for! I have two old jams in the my house that need to be gone. Can you, or did you, list the recommended materials? I'd like to know the best type of drywall, mud and corner strip to use (sorry I'm new at this). Thanks!

[@homemend]

Hey Andrew. ! Thank you sir. I used 1/2 drywall , 1 5/8 drywall screws , green top mud and the metal corners. Don’t forget your mud pan and knife. You got this!

[@Z-xm2bz]

Thank you so much for this. The first video I saw that shared the question i needed.... You rock!

[@homemend]

You are awesome. Thank you for sharing.

[@ianbaguley8008]

Perfect for a job coming up shortly I didn`t have a clue on how or where to start 👍

[@homemend]

You got this Ian. Thanks for commenting

[@ACoustaDC]

Good explanation as always. Tell you kid she should get out with you more. I feel a big boom is going to happen in about 5 years i the handyman business. The money will be insane.

[@homemend]

Loving that AC. New ecourse coming soon.

[@miangelakanaway6997]

This video makes it look easy and ready to tackle a project. I do have one question. If I want to make original frame a little wider, how can I tell if that’s possible?

[@homemend]

That’s a great question Angela. You can probably make it a little wider, but depending on how much you want… Look for switches and plugs that would be in the way if there would be wiring or any plumbing lines.

[@RenoScruggs]

Great job Dustin love your videos.

[@homemend]

thank you steven!

[@1divemaster1]

Another educational video from the Home Mender. Good job!

[@homemend]

Appreciate you friend thank you

[@9RedWings517]

Wish I had seen this video before I re-did the closet in our nursery. Would have saved me a lot of sweat and time! (Current project is removing interior door and walling in)

[@homemend]

Keep watching Joe. We will get you on the next one

[@OmarRodriguez-qk5gz]

Thanks for the video! Thinking about doing this for a barn door installation.

[@homemend]

You got this Omar. Thanks for commenting

[@erichsh58]

Thank you, this explains the basic principles. I want to remove the door jamb in a coat closet next to my kitchen but inside of the closet is a few inches wider than the door jamb, so I also have to cut back the wall the jamb is attached to on both sides so it's flush with inside of closet (I'm putting my refrigerator in that closet with a cabinet overhead). It looks like I'll wind up with pretty much the same job you showed in this video after cutting back the wall.

[@homemend]

Awesome erich! You got this!

[@erichsh58]

@@homemend I just started watching your videos today. You did another one on repairing popcorn ceilings which I also have to deal with. I just got back from Lowes with a can of Homax. Wish me luck and thanks again!

[@fionamcilwrick4453]

Hi! Great video this has been so helpful! We have done all steps but can still see the metal edging peeping through a bit. Do you have any recommendations?

[@homemend]

Great question Fiona. You may try to feather it out with another coat of mud. Wider this time you got this.

[@dean_cain]

I have this same issue and was just wondering how to do it! Thanks Dustin!

[@homemend]

Thank you Daniel!!

[@ludlowfalls8856]

Great video, very helpful! Is it possible to make it a bit wider if i remove one of the studs on each side of the doorway? Mine has a double stud on each side. Thank you.

[@homemend]

Hey LF. Absolutely if it’s a double stud it probably needs to be. You could always cut the wall a little further back and pop a stud in wherever you would like. You got this.

[@tbissonnette1835]

What if its a metal jam that used to be the back door that led to the backyard, but now leads to an addition on a 60 year old house? And the jam is part of a cinder block house as well.

[@michelletgraves]

Yeah....now I can do this...thanks so much...

[@homemend]

So awesome Me shell great comment. Appreciate you friend

[@countryboy5672]

Thanks very much for the video, I have two doors that have that problem now I know hot to fix it!!

[@homemend]

Thank you country boy thanks for sharing

[@ck6099]

This video was perfect, thanks

[@homemend]

Thank you cK. Enjoy your new doorway

[@pksingh911]

Great video! Just what I was looking for. Question, is the aluminum corner necessary? Would mid and tape not work?

[@homemend]

You may be able to get that to work, but the corner is easier, and more durable

[@Tw0C4t]

Thank you so much !

[@homemend]

You're welcome!

[@alexill]

Nice jamb session Dustin

[@homemend]

OK now I have to heart this comment. Thank you

[@yclablee765]

Straight to the point.

[@homemend]

Thank you!

[@kerryd25]

Looks awesome! Thanks for sharing this video. Your tips are always appreciated Dustin! : )

[@homemend]

Thank you Kerry. Appreciating you friend!

[@imsogodsgurl]

Too bad the people that paid you to do that aren't subscribed to your channel! Thanks, Dustin!

[@homemend]

Amen gg. Great to hear from you!

[@misteraznpimp]

Thanks for this! Gonna do this to our master closet 💪🏻

[@homemend]

Thank you Erin! You’re going to love it

[@woodsfamily]

Exactly what I needed! Thanks my guy.

[@homemend]

Thanks for watching!

[@marlorankin5762]

Thank you for the detailed video. Looks like the corner is covered with mud. People who’s doing a bathroom remodel said it’s impossible to cover the metal corners all the way with the mud. When it’s primed and painted that’s what covers it. Is that true? Doesn’t sound correct to me. His mud was very thin as well. Yours looks thicker and doesn’t move as much as his.

[@homemend]

Hey Mario that’s a great question. The mud covers the majority of it you might see a little of the silver metal showing through on the very very edge of the corner but for all practical purposes the mud covers everything. I hope this helps

[@TS-km7li]

I love your shirt😂

[@homemend]

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[@april19123]

I’m renovating my property and was wondering how to do this job. Thank you!🍺

[@homemend]

thank you april! you rock!

[@pinchejavi4708]

Great video, would it be wrong to attach the bead directly to the door jamb and coat with compound?

[@homemend]

Hey pinch. Technically not wrong, but may not yield the best results. Keep me posted.

[@adamstanton-it1mg]

Video is spot on!

[@homemend]

Awesome Adam thank you

[@leeb.7188]

Would using bullnose corner bead make things more difficult? The other passageways in the home which never had doors have the rounded, bullnose corners. Using the tighter angle like you did probably wouldn’t make much visual difference; but just wondering about one style vs. the other. Thanks!

[@homemend]

Great question LEEB… If they were close to each other, I would say use the kind of the rest of your house has. But I prefer the sharp corners myself. However, no they should not make things more difficult but they will be plastic instead of metal

[@benagav]

This is really useful! Quick question, do you normally paint the ENTIRE room again or just the part that needs touch up / patching?

[@homemend]

Excellent question ben. I’ll have to leave that one up to you and say try painting only the walls that you repaired, if it looks bad, paint the whole room. You got this

[@eliseleonard7556]

Thanks man! That was perfect! ❤️

[@homemend]

thank you elise! appreciate the comment!

[@kristinatretick2520]

Great video! I've removed the trim and am only left with adding the second coating of mud, but the door frame I'm working with is on tile (turning a coat closet off my kitchen into an open pantry) and removing the trim left about 5 sq inches of flooring now without tile. Do you have any recommendations on how to fill the hole without pulling up and replacing the affected tile? Thank you!

[@homemend]

Hey Miss Kristina ! Thank you my friend.shoot me a picture [e-mail]

[@lockytorres7960]

Love all your videos

[@homemend]

Thank you Locky! always great to hear from your friend.

[@moisesrico9545]

Very helpful thank you

[@homemend]

Thanks you moises!

[@pault4249]

great video! quick question, after removing the door jam, the beam under the jam twists a little towards the floor. should I shim the drywall I install a little, or just live with it being off a little?

[@homemend]

Hey Paul, imperfections are all over the place if we look for them. That’s definitely a personal preference but I would probably roll with it. I hope this helps

[@GabrielRodriguez-yo4dj]

As always great tutorial 👍

[@homemend]

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[@kristinaguzman3217]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU

[@homemend]

You are most welcome Kristine. I know the feeling… Enjoy your new doorway

[@ASJ..]

Nice jamb session.lol perfect!

[@homemend]

Awesome. Thank you sir!

[@annacole4556]

What snips did you use?? I see the yellow handle - do I just ask for yellow handled snips at the hardware store?? When I googled it showed that yellow handled snips are used for straight cuts.

[@homemend]

Hey Anna yes ma’am the yellow handled are for straight cuts. I like WIss Brand. You got this

[@petethehandyman9185]

Looks great sir!

[@homemend]

Thank you sir appreciate your Pete

[@shannonhitt3226]

Thank you!!

[@homemend]

Thank you Shannon!

[@tiffanyvang9814]

Thank you

[@homemend]

Thank you Tiffany!

[@StephenLobato]

Thanks this helped

[@homemend]

Thank you Stephen

[@Vector958]

After its done do i need to prime before painting or is it good to just paint right over it?

[@homemend]

Hey vector. I use paint and primer together, so I just roll with it but if you feel you should prime, then you should prime. You got this

[@kevindunn7811]

After removing the jam, can I not just install the metal corners and mud right over the frame instead of putting up more drywall ? Just to keep the space as big as possible.

[@homemend]

Hey Kevin as long as the mud will stick to it technically you can, drywall just gives you a smoother surface to finish.

[@natemay6892]

I’m removing mine now as it didn’t stick very well.

[@milesharlan1]

Hello Dustin..Happy New Year to you and your family. Looking for new videos on your channel?? Take care and keep up the good work!!

[@homemend]

hey hey miles...yes sir..big stuff happening now!.. Thank you sir ansd happy new year to yours

[@charlesdeans802]

Thank you for this video, just a couple questions. Do you need paper tape for the corners to prevent cracks? Are you sure about tucking in the corner beads at the top corners? It protrudes for me and that might be a source of cracking in the future.

[@homemend]

Hey Charles great questions. As long as your corners are secure you should not need to tape them but I’ve heard people share that they do. If it doesn’t feel right to tuck it then don’t tuck it. You got this

[@shangirl823]

Haha, you said humpy 😂

[@homemend]

You caught me. Thanks so much Shan

[@TheR161]

I'm selling my house and I'm told to remove the kitchen door. Do I need to replace the entire frame or is there a way to patch up the catch so I don't need to replace the entire frame. If I kept the house, I'd take your advice re remove door frame and jamb.

[@homemend]

It definitely looks cleaner removing them… But I would let the buyers do that. You could try to fill the hinge area and the catches but it will look that way. I hope this helps. Thanks for watching.

[@JQUICK21]

I need to learn how to get metal door jambs off and away from the plaster walls in our new home. I see no nails, screws or anything holding it all together. And I don't want to mess the surrounding walls up getting them off.

[@homemend]

Hey quick star, I remember metal door jambs in facilities and buildings like those, there was always flat head screws in the jambs holding the 2 sides together. Don’t worry about damaging the wall, they will need substantial repair regardless. I hope this helps. You got this

[@Alex-dv7lf]

What are u using to sand it after the 2nd coat

[@homemend]

amzn.to/3OqobFW This type sponges, the best!

[@MichaelH3948]

What is the name of the product you're using to "mutt" the corners with? I can't find anything called "Greentop"

[@homemend]

Hey Michael, that should be a mudding… It’s called joint compound. Or drywall mud.

[@DoniaDesautels]

thank you!!! I have a pantry door that I'm working on, and this helped immensely! Question, do I absolutely have to use the metal corner bead, or can I use the paper type that has metal within it? Thanks for any advice!

[@homemend]

Hi Donia! That is awesome you’ve got this. Yes ma’am you can use the paper with the metal corner.

[@DoniaDesautels]

@@homemend thank you!

[@graymouser7649]

rocked it

[@homemend]

Thank you g! Have you checked out the mighty network? Would love to have you.

[@NikeMikey101]

I hate the green lid. Just use Durabond 20. Couple hours and ready to prime and paint. Apply it very very thin as it's like sanding concrete when dry but tough as concrete 😂

[@homemend]

Hey Tommy I like 20 as well but unless you’ve got somebody mixing it for you it takes a long time. I put on the green top and then takeoff early go home hang out with the family. Come back the next day 😀

[@morganreed6833]

Am i able to do this with plaster walls?

[@homemend]

Hey Morgan. Absolutely. You got this

[@VT-ix5oh]

Check out my 12 inch yeah!!! Great video, thanks man.

[@homemend]

Thank you VT appreciate the comment

[@brannonmelton]

How much would you charge to do something like this?

[@homemend]

Hey b. This one here I’ll probably charge 500 bucks a doorway. Thanks for watching

[@ocvegasproperty]

What about texturing it?

[@homemend]

That’s another video! I’m sure I have one

[@nathanferguson4576]

What would you charge for a job like this?

[@homemend]

Hey Nathan, from start to finish I would probably get $400 per opening

[@madisonpeterson9571]

What if you have plaster walls?

[@homemend]

You can do it the same way you got this

[@ianplaysbass]

What do you do if the current door frame is not plum?

[@homemend]

Hey Ian if you’re going over with drywall and drywall corners it won’t really matter if it’s plumb or not. You could still finish the doorway with drywall mud. Of course you could try to knock the bottom of the wall over to plumb it. I hope this helps

[@MelinaBering1]

This is awesome, but how can I get the texture to match that of the wall?

[@homemend]

Hey mj. Depends on the texture but you’ll want to feather it out past the repair to blend. You got this.

[@codypanek]

I know this comment is a year old, but for small jobs Home Depot has spray cans that have the texturing for you! Use it before you paint, shake well and do a practice run on a something first. Very handy for patches too!

[@courtneyn.9205]

What if my drywall is short? The wood, under the doorway pieces you removed, is protruded out and the drywall is set back. Do I have to add slivers of drywall? I have a section that's a 1/4 too short and a section that is 1-1/4 too short. Seems weird to add such small pieces? Please help! Thank you!!!

[@homemend]

Hi Courtney! No sweat. Yes. You would need add the little pieces and mud them or go with taller baseboards to cover. You got to this.

[@sisterahall]

Hi, my laundry room is an addition and apparently the previous owners built the door after they put in the washer/dryer but they didn't measure the door space. We had to remove the door and tear out the door jamb to the laundry room to remove the washer and dryer, now we're trying to figure out how to repair the door frame. We just want to put an accordion door or a folding door of some sort instead of the regular door. If we finish the door frame like in the video - could an according door be installed in the space? Thanks

[@homemend]

Absolutely sister. The bifold door would be a little fancier than the accordion but both will work. Thanks for watching!

[@sisterahall]

@@homemend Thanks!

[@nadinescantlebury7488]

Hey whats Green top ?.whats the UK equivalent please ?

[@homemend]

Hey Nadine! . Green top is the premixed bucket of drywall compound called drywall mud. Our leading brand has a green tarp on it. I’m not sure the UK equivalent,You would just need to get a bucket of premixed, ready to use.

[@bellevuelax]

Does it make a difference if I have plaster walls?

[@homemend]

Hey bell. No it doesn’t.

[@bellevuelax]

@@homemend thank you

[@seeshell6440]

I have an issue and Dilemma. First time homebuyer here what are partially finished basement and not very attractive paneling that is unfinished. Gaps in corner walls that need trim and a huge area That could probably fit a double door. The door jam is kind of sunk in it’s not flush, I know I need a piece of drywall in there. Forgive me I am not savvy with terminology here I am learning. I am unclear what you are calling the metal corner strips that you are muddying. My question is Can I mud over that piece that is paneling? When I am finished I will put Trim on the corners, it seems to be my only option. I’m going to sand and paint the paneling in the whole basement eventually. Any suggestions? There isn’t much information on working with paneling on the Internet since it’s so outdated. Thank you in advance.

[@seeshell6440]

I don’t mind doing a little work and getting my hands dirty. I actually enjoy Learning anything I can. I’ve been painting and did some drywall work installed counters kick boards and splash boards since I was a teenager but this is new for me. My upstairs of the house is all newly remodeled and the biggest kitchen cabinets but I fell in love with and many of them ha ha

[@homemend]

Hey see shell. For starters you rock. So cool and I know you will love that basement just as much as the rest. “Corner bead “ are the metal corners or “ drywall corners” you can apply mud over the paneling if needed. It’s not the ideal practice but will work and after everything is painted, no one will know. Lol. It sounds like you know exactly what needs done. If you need additional help shoot me an email or jump on the mighty network to share pics and questions etc. I’m here to help ! You got this. Thehomemender@gmail.

[@homemend]

So cool see shell. I would love an update as you progress. ! Thanks so much for sharing 😊

[@seeshell6440]

@@homemend Thank you so much for your reply! I will do my best with the advice and share when I get the job done 👍 High ✋

[@karlosh9286]

But a door to a kitchen helps stop the smoke alarms go off in the rest of the house ! I'd leave the door on. Doors also keep noise levels down. Yeah, I like doors ! Open plan doesn't do it for me ;)

[@homemend]

You got that right. Thanks for watching.

[@allanpennington]

Don't we all wish we could pull out an 8 inch.

[@homemend]

We can! Thanks for commenting all!

[@Ultegra10SPD]

Metal beads, all purpose, and no tape.... that'll crack. -U10

[@homemend]

Thanks for sharing

[@poffeetalks]

I maybe should have watched this first

[@homemend]

That’s awesome Maylissa thank you so much. You got this