Remove an Exterior Door and Frame an Exterior Wall

Moving forward in the lakehouse kitchen remodel, the next thing to do is remove an exterior door and frame an exterior wall! My design includes removing this exterior entrance in favor of more wall space for cabinets and the fridge. The exterior siding will get patched and the cement steps removed in the warmer weather.
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[@jwolfe1111]

I’ve been watching your videos for years now. I’m a DIYer and just finished converting a barn into a wedding Venue. I just wanted to commend you on your willingness to take on projects you’ve never attempted before. Don’t listen to any of the people that leave disparaging remarks. They have an agenda. I have 4 children and have always encouraged them to take on these tasks themselves (ok I help). Not only do you save money it gives you a sense of accomplishment that’s a little addicting. I’ll keep supporting your channel. You keep taking on the projects.

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

Thank you for your support! I'm definitely addicted to that accomplished feeling 😂

[@tom1600x1050]

It's probably a good idea to add stud protectors (also known as nail plates or stud protection plates) on the studs in front of the electric wire, to "guard" the wires from drywall screws or nails that might be drilled into the wires. It's a safety precaution, but probably not super necessary, since most of the wires (by code) are in the middle of the studs, usually beyond the reach of most drywall screws.

[@jhold7553]

I love the "Dont come at me" ha. It annoys me when people comment just to point out what they think was done wrong or unsafe

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

It is all too common lol

[@brianbutler9757]

I can certain'y feel your pain, I think I would have made a much worse face holding up a sheet of 3/4 plywood in 30 degree weather. I have a project just like this on my horizon. I have a exterior door in my pantry that is just wasting needed space and giving a burglar another option to get in my house. I have never done this before either, so your video has given me a little confidence to do the job. As always, Thank you so much for your videos. I know you like completing this projects on your own, but you really need an assistant sometimes to hold things for you. Guess it might be awhile before any of your kiddo's will be able to step in that job.

[@SDMacMan]

3:12 "but don't come at me" Lol 🤣

[@kenl5217]

That work bench is pretty cool

[@60Justine]

Thank you. I have a door in my cabin that needs to be removed and a wall framed in. Your video gave me knowledge to do this. A small job no one wants to do.

[@h.collier3544]

You muled that 3/4" plywood into place like a pro. Good job!

[@T_Jonesy]

So impressed with the how easy you make these jobs look. Great explanation on how to do things.

[@handmadewithlove6720]

Saw your short clip on FB and had to come find your channel! I'm excited to start watching your videos!! 💗

[@flamabl1]

Damn woman! Your attention to detail and ability to convey all of it verbally and so concisely and without overdoing it.....amazing. Come on Lowes, Home Depot, HGTV, sponsor this woman. I'm sure we all have slightly different definitions of a DIY'er but after watching a few of your videos I am pretty sure if asked for mine I could just point at you.

[@garyglenn3654]

Great job. You will tackle ANYTHING!!!

[@jamasottinger6263]

I feel your pain. I am a framer, and we work in all weather. Those 3/4 sheets are decently hefty, and some days we dont have a lift so we have to pack all of them by hand. Great work

[@chelseaq7273]

Looking for the part where you do the exterior now!

[@DeedsReadz]

Me too!

[@j.markkrzystofiak9907]

Not compressing the insulation is the key. Great job carefully fitting it around the blocks. Ideally the paper flaps overlap on the face of the studs but the install instructions provide for both that method and the side stapling method as you used. The r value is mainly created by the static air trapped by the fiberglass. So compressing the insulation reduces its r value. Your careful work around the blocking was more critical to the overall performance.

[@torresdelpaine8888]

Exactly what J. Mark said. Need to fill the cavity as much as possible and displace any space for air, so staple the insulation on the surface of the stud to achieve best results.

[@JamesDeese]

I like the attention to detail. I am liking the transformation of this house as you go. Keep up the good videos.

[@Ninja47Monkey]

My business needs a couple of those carts. Looking into it. Thank you

[@elbee1771]

I know you love nitpickers, so I'll give my 2. I think you may have felt a little better about it had you cut the drywall versus cutting the insulation. I personally hate dealing with insulation, especially cutting it and the less cutting the better. That is just the way I have always done it. You just need to make sure you really have a nice straight cut. Another great job though. Would love to do this for a living one day, or at the very least a side job. My parents have flipped about 4 houses over the past 2-3 years and I help as much as I can. I always enjoy it when I do. Awwww the multi-tool cutting the drywall is so satisfying. So much easier than a drywall saw.

[@dbdouglas]

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[@garywilliams1759]

Excellent work - your willingness to give things a go, coupled with your high skill levels, are a recipe for success - well done 👏

[@norcross26]

Awesome job.. I think I would waited until warmer weather for this job lol

[@makapalatrace8385]

Ha, so incredible. You inspire for sure. Thanks!

[@sddiymakeitworthit7512]

Excellent job congratulations 👏

[@samme5513]

Great video as allways enjoyed watching and thank you for sharing

[@waterlooboy]

Great job Melissa!

[@markmcguigan4201]

Thanks for the discount code. Workpro also offered a discount as well so I got the 5in1 workbench even cheaper. Good Job!!

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

Amazing!

[@rugbyladice574]

You are doing well, and still as beautiful as ever. 😁

[@kevinjefferson3957]

You do great work and have the energy of many.

[@sacuna3333]

Man, you are so cool. Keep it up!

[@lwsrider]

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[@jimriti6859]

I would love to see Magnolia pick you up for TV. You are awesome. Wished your husband was more involved in your endeavors, bet you guys would make a great team!

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

We do not work well together lol. My husband takes breaks every 30 minutes when he's working on stuff and I am kind of demanding and bossy. So we don't work on things together lol 😂

[@trevortoop5166]

TRUTH: I have an enormous crush on this girl.

[@v0rt3x86]

BIG scissors meant for cutting fabric work great for insulation

[@iamsocks8240]

Looking to do literally the exact same thing at my place. Thanks for making the video very helpful!

[@thetazva]

Good job other than the one item in my comment below. Kudos to you for taking the time and effort to tackle these things on your own and learning as you go.The first thing I saw that you missed was when you removed the sub sill and there was an empty space behind the rim board and the section of the sub-floors edge was unsupported by any framing. You should have doubled up some2x4s under this area and attached them to the rim board. This would add the proper support below the sub-floor and then you could have filled into the wall with your furring strip.A tip for insulation time, any exposed skin-hands, arms, neck apply bay powder all over these areas and it will keep the insulation from bothering you as much. Keep up the hard work and never stop learning.

[@lisabeare2366]

Thank you for sharing.

[@josephpilosky4775]

Very good job 👌

[@stephenkeefer3436]

Having a wife with your level of skills is pretty much a dream come true. Wow

[@chadswanson2295]

To keep dry wall off the ground use carpenter pencils. Put one on each end, and it will be 1/4 inch off the floor.

[@pamelacarter4749]

Thank you for sharing, it looks great and I appreciate your step by step explanation. I'm definitely ordering the work pro station!

[@michaelmeans9187]

Keep up the good work!

[@madelineschoolfield3434]

Sad it wouldn’t let me get the workbench with discount but I loved the item and your video. Very helpful

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

My code should still be active on the Workpro store website… is that where you used it?

[@JulienCardinal]

Nice job! Question, why didn't put a vapor barrier? Thx!

[@raygonzales443]

Great job.

[@jspeaks1983]

Which video show you replacing the siding? Can it be patched or do you have to replace full lengths of siding?

[@LewisEGilbert]

did you do anything on the exterior wall to protect it until you got to the siding etc?

[@bertminderbertminder6741]

So Woods is your family name!!! :D I always wondered why the channel was called like that.

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

Yep it's my last name 🙂

[@sethd1125]

Thanks for the video. It will be very helpful for a similar project I am tackling. One question. Was it necessary to remove the sill or could you have just filled in around it?

[@Esianegg]

How do you put the exterior siding?

[@d.m.4815]

Great job!

[@s2krookie]

Not to sound condescending but you are the most adorable thing on youtube. I enjoyed watching the video and you're good at what you do.

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

Wouldn't you want an alternate point of entry.... or a possible fire exit?

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

The house has three other exterior doors.

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

@@WelcometotheWoodsBlog I see. One door per side 🤣

[@jasondevault5066]

What did you place on the outside of the exterior wall, Tar paper?

[@Cichlid-Fever]

omg i love you!! lol

[@FredD63]

To the left of the door the cavity with 2 electrical boxes did you remove the insulation to install electrical ? Just curious as Minnesota is a cold northern state …. Have a great day 🙋‍♂️

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

Yep! The insulation that was in there was pretty wimpy though so before I re-drywall I'm putting in new.

[@FredD63]

@@WelcometotheWoodsBlog That’s a good thing to do I always recommend this to my customers

[@user-eu9ui4we4p]

💚

[@briandeluca6908]

Don't use fiberglass insulation anymore. Use rock wool/ mineral wool. It's far superior

[@stranger9382]

👍👍👍

[@darrelllangill1990]

You should be wearing safety glasses when using a grinder

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

Yes I agree, I forgot them this time. ☹️