THIS SECRET DOOR SWEEP is a GAMECHANGER! - Door Install Tips and Tricks

[@daletesson4630]

That trick with adding the screw behind the hinge plate is brilliant!

[@rogermccaslin5963]

I learned something similar from a carpenter friend of my brother many years ago. He just shot a nail in rather than a screw. I'm sure the nail holds just fine, but I like the screw even better. I'd still put a long screw through the hinge plate as that will firmly attach the hinge to the stud. Using both - belt and suspenders.

[@cfomusic73]

I remodel homes a lot and I usually take my sawzall and cut out the prehung doors but I always check the center screw on each hinge because I start cutting..... So now if I have to remove all the hinges that sucks definitely not a good idea

[@paulmiller6277]

Under the door stop also works

[@ncooty]

Great to see you call out QC issues. Manufacturers don't listen to individual customers, but they probably listen to hosts like you guys, which helps everybody, including them.

[@jeffersoneinstein9641]

Yeah it's sad that even fairly expensive interior doors can still be junk. Manufacturers need to be called out because it should be unacceptable but they get away with it more and more now days. Hopefully quality will make a comeback for people like us who take pride in our work but the way it looks I wouldn't hold my breath, unfortunately.

[@sambojones8681]

The price of these products does not generally reflect quality. The solid wood doors get the same jambs as the hollow core doors, and cardboard doors should reflect cardboard prices. Masenite is cardboard!

[@ncooty]

@@sambojones8681 I'd say Masonite is glorified MDF.

[@jkleem4234]

@@sambojones8681 Masonite is a brand name, but they frequently use pressed fibers for construction of their products

[@3nertia]

This is why I'm paranoid and prefer to do everything myself, if and when possible. Everything is scam. Everyone will sell you cheap junk at outrageous markups if you let them and it's exhausting having to vet each and every single thing you need/want :/ Most companies don't even bother with actually designing or testing stuff in the first place anyway. Just ship it out for a quick profit! Thanks capitalism! :/

[@darwinbodero7872]

Paul is really a bottomless pit of construction knowledge. This channel is invaluable

[@Sammywhat]

💯

[@ethanquinn1591]

I agree!

[@Luke-A]

Only 5 days since the last video. I'm glad to see so much content coming out! Great work.

[@davidshirley3903]

Less than that if you count the second channel!

[@polygaryd]

Paul saying ppl are thinking "what new things are we gonna learn", i learned something like 1 minute in on the first door with that lining up the inside miter to the saw fence, and I've been hanging doors for 20 years. Always had a hell of a time with short point to short point miters.

[@rogerweaver7686]

yep

[@rogermccaslin5963]

I'm not a pro but I've hung a few doors, made some picture frames and other things that require a mitered corner. I'm kind of crazy when it comes to accuracy. I've measured by holding the tape on the one inch mark at the short point and then working my way to the other end, always holding the tape tight to the wood, then making my cut mark. Then I measure a couple more times just to make sure I didn't slip while moving to the other end. And don't forget to add an inch back in or you'll cut off too much (Or so I've been told because I'd never make that mistake...I swear😁). Paul's simple tip could make life a lot easier.

[@polygaryd]

@@rogermccaslin5963 thats exactly how I used to do it.

[@timothymccarty4373]

Me too

[@artelliott]

Line the miter up with the side of the miter saw. The side of the miter saw. The side! Brilliant. Literally smacked my forehead

[@brianhopkins5251]

you can also line it up with the blade cut out in the bottom of the mitre saw. (and no, i didn't think of it, learned it somewhere on YT)

[@GarrickStaples]

Right? I just paused the video and contemplated my own decision making skills at that point. "Why didn't I think of that?" "Why *couldn't* I think of that?" "WTF is wrong with me?"

[@xxRamD3yruxx]

@studpack Jordan, you gotta turn these little tidbits from your dad into YTshorts

[@tuesboomer1623]

Yep, lots of red spots on foreheads after this one. I gave myself a double. I wish my dad was still around so I could share this with him.

[@Anony_Mouses]

Here’s the deal about watching someone hanging a door for thousandths time. YOU CAN ALWAYS LEARN SOMETHING! And I did learn a few good tidbits. You didn’t disappoint. Thanks!

[@drewinstallshardware]

So true!

[@jamesfisher2430]

I never thought of putting the long screw underneath the hinge. I usually do what Paul used to do. That’s brilliant.

[@Asta-wl8jz]

Your fire rated door sweep is fantastic. I've never seen such a thing before.

[@alexkemel4916]

That thing should come installed on doors. It's amazing.

[@stillnessbetween5103]

There's a company called Conservation Technology which has a large assortment of door and window seals. I have used an assortment of their seals on my double-hung windows and the results were amazing! On the front door there was the original threshold which I didn't want to replace, but was very worn in the middle. They have a double seal unit that is adjustable to match the curves on the threshold. I did't have to use a draft sock anymore! And the bugs couldn't come into the house that way anymore.

[@buixote]

I'm curious about the mechanism that lifts it *up* when you open the door... I'm guessing its spring loaded.....?

[@Thee-AmateurAn94]

I’ve used them on an assisted living facility where they wanted 0 thresholds, no transitions or anything. The entire floor was completely flat except for where they had Ramps

[@gregh99]

@@buixote Yes - a long thin strip inside, kind of like an automotive leaf spring.

[@BigEasy09]

Paul you are an absolute legend with that jig on the door!

[@Chumpy819]

That trick on the door casing for the screws behind the hinge is actually so good.

[@rfengr1]

Paul, you're simply a genius.

[@8m617]

This is the freshest stud pack I’ve ever watch at 7 mins old. I’m working my way through 3, yes, 3 areas in the stud pack arsenal. Ive never thumbed up so many videos from a single youtuber before! I’ve got some of the exact old tools and tricks but by far that’s the exception rather than the rule so it’s why I keep watching y’all! Btw, Brad is Rad!

[@StudPack]

Thanks!

[@charlespaine987]

The cost to a “regular “ home or commercial buyer would rapidly approach UNAFFORDABLE for that BEAUTIFUL level of perfection . GREAT JOB!

[@dennisbrown2571]

That tip on using the miter saw fence to measure the short corners of the casing is gold. Wish I'd learned that years ago!!

[@jboyd85]

Hey guys, remodel contractor here in Ottawa, Canada. For flush transitions from tile - usually 3/8" porcelain - to regular 3/4" hardwood flooring we use schluter Ditra or DitraXL (5/16" typical), a little extra mortar, and a trick afterwards. The trick? We use either a biscuit jointer set below the depth of the tile, or a router with a bearing and slot cutting bit to carve a groove into the hardwood. Then, we use a typical tile clip cut slightly short on one side to fit into the groove. It works well with LASH or LASH360. It lets us keep dead even flush transitions even in large hardwood to tile transitions with consistent spacing and very little lipping. If we have thinner flooring, reducing the thickness of the subfloor to 5/8" from 3/4" or bumping up the thin flooring area with an extra layer of 1/4" lets the layers come close enough for the trick to work again. Happy to chat further if more information is needed!

[@allegory7638]

I used that screw behind the hinges trick last time I hung doors months ago! For end grain, that test glue-up was surprisingly strong!

[@PhillBogart]

Now that Stud Pack is finishing up the GarageMahal, I'm looking forward to the original house demo in 3... 2... 1... 😊

[@finalf137]

A few videos ago they mentioned it's going to be hauled off on a trailer.

[@PhillBogart]

@@finalf137 Thnks. I try to catch all their videos but I guess I missed that one but as bad of the shape that current house is in, I'll believe it'll stay in one piece when I see it.

[@Bob-L42]

Hey guys. Great job on the garage/apartment! I love watching you guys and so does my wife. For the main house, I suggest you check out showrooms who specialize in home flooring setups to accommodate wheelchairs which typically have no transitions from room to room. Cant wait to see what you guys do in the main house. Keep the videos coming!

[@juliebee61]

thank you for the source on the bathroom floor transition. I've needed a custom one for years. now I can get one made!

[@stevebowser7248]

Consistent reveals. True craftsman.

[@AprilRaine60]

Paul is so clever with inventing ways to fix "wonky" areas in a build.

[@TooLazyToFail]

I'm with you on solid-core doors everywhere! 15 years ago we were renovating a master suite in our then-house when I asked the contractor to put exterior steel doors with deadbolts at both entrances to the suite. His eyes got wide with excitement. "Like a safe room?? I've always wanted to do this!" He did a great job and it was great peace of mind in a rough town. I've since moved to a town where I'm happy with little hollow doors. :)

[@boinkmaticgaming5835]

I bought a chair with your code and I might get a sofa and try it when I have the money for it . Thanks Stud Pack 👍

[@wakeupamericaandresist2413]

I’ve hung over a thousand doors and I’m watching hoping to learn a trick or two 😂😂 you never know ✌🏽✌🏻✌🏼👍💯

[@-JonnyBoy-]

Very clever installing the door swinging inwards so people can't block the electrical panel and also be able to close the door...

[@GarrickStaples]

I'm imaging some boxes stacked on the left falling over behind the door!

[@bobbray9666]

I've installed a few automatic door bottom Seal and the easiest way, I figure, is to rout out the grove in the bottom of the door using a full size hand router with edge guides on both sides of the door that you don't need to make. I have a Bosch 2.3 HP router and a Bosch edge guide that two edge guides can be mounted on the provided rails in the kit. If you attempt this install, don't cut any of the extra length of the rubber seal on the button side of the door drop until the door is installed. I cut what I thought was the right length before install and now I have a small gap you can see light through. These are great for bedroom doors to seal the door bottom from noise and light. Also used to seal the door to our media room for sound getting out. You can also use weather stripping around the rest of the door to completely seal. Automatic Door Bottom Seals can be found on Amazon for under $100.

[@MrStyle2]

I installed an adjustable door sweep with a circular saw. I put it into a workmate (clamping) sawhorse horizontally and then cut downward on the end. No ladder or router template needed. Used the sweep on a solidcore Masonite door for a bedroom in a mobile home. Insulated the bedroom walls with rockwool and it’s really quiet fromnoises from the outside and from the inside 😊

[@stephiluttrell3416]

There's so much in this video, I will be watching it more than once.

[@LouCatron]

Great video as always guys !!! Trick I learned from my days as a member of a woodworkers guild back in the early 80s was when using glue on mitered corners, spread glue on both sides of the miter. use your finger to spread it into the end grain, wait till it sets up, maybe 10mins. Then put the final glue on and clamp. this gives it more bonding strength.

[@Billsfan2012]

I enjoy watching highly detailed videos, and I find the intricacies of door hanging fascinating. Please continue producing great content.

[@StudPack]

Thanks, will do!

[@stevenhines5550]

Thanks as ever Stud Pack. The best channel on YouRube IMO.

[@jimmyj244820]

Great door jam hack with the screw under the hinges 🎉

[@tuesboomer1623]

Jam packed episode! Love, love, love the tip for the long anchoring screw behind the hinge. I knew there was a reason we've waited so long to swap out our interior doors from hollow core to solid. We were just waiting for the right DIY guidance.

[@evelyngorfram9306]

Love the shots looking up from underneath the router jig - kudos to Jordan!

[@adesbaseg]

The measuring from the edge of the miter saw fence trick is genious! I’ve always struggled with that. Thank you!

[@Wolfburns]

I can't wait to see what's going on the steps. It is so great to see the building get its finishing touches. It has been a really exciting time to watch a long!

[@richardcooper]

Paul is the Door Whisperer, so much valuable knowledge :)

[@johnscott2076]

Fire the only guy who knows how to do all the things. Good idea 👍

[@kingkong-my5po]

In the immortal words of Paul, " Just give me a break... " , kept me rolling for minutes... 🤣 Keep it up my guys, these videos are fire !

[@AaronChristoffDrummer]

For your flooring transitions you can peel the vinyl layer off the SPC core of your flooring and glue it on a piece of wood/metal/plastic that is shaped the way you desire for a perfect match. Another great option is an extruded aluminum trim designed for LVT or even some metal "Schluter" (tile) trims will work. I am definitely a fan of the white oak threshold shown here, but not every floor is a straightforward color to stain match, or even emulates a common wood species.

[@Bespelled22]

Getting ready to install 3 hollow core doors. Great information

[@trevorgreene5059]

Instant thumb up for the handy trick with marking from the corner of the casing. (Noted for future reference).

[@trevorgreene5059]

Oh, man, I have forgotten about door sizes coming in 3-0. Ugh, I worked for an interior door manufacturing over 20 years ago, and I still have nightmare that I am working there.

[@williamsethman2434]

Great video guys, love the commercial door sweep or seal. Never knew it existed. As they say learn something new every day. Paul is a wealth of knowledge for sure. Looking forward to Jordan’s move in day.

[@Mrpaint06]

Thanks for showing the automatic door sweep! I had no idea something like that existed and it is the answer to a problem I've had for years.

[@StudPack]

Glad to help! There's also a surface mounted version

[@nathanielcox9962]

I love doing the long screws behind the hinges, been doing that on all the doors I put in! Great tip for sure

[@scottbertrand2057]

Great information. I believe every door solid or hollow core needs shims and screws. Doors tend to sag

[@michaellacaria910]

Love the door hanging demonstration, wish I had square plumb frames like that to start!

[@adrian_sanchez]

That upstairs door seal is pretty cool. My apartment has a gap under the door that whistles in the wind, and bugs can sometimes find a way in.

[@philindeblanc]

Aluminum brushed T transition. Clean.

[@Gbfaninnm]

Super informative, well demonstrated! 🤯 Gotta admit though, I flinched every time y'all fired your nailer with no safety glasses. 😮

[@nataliegmarks5600]

Really love these transitions and doors, especially the auto closing insert on the fire door. Nice to know those things exist and how to install them so I can recommend awesome product to my customers ( work at a great lumber company and love my job :) Thank you for the awesome content!

[@StudPack]

Much appreciated Natalie thanks!

[@SpawnReaper1993]

Paul (and the stud pack crew), I will never click off one of your videos, even if it's the same stuff you've shown. the wealth of knowledge is too great to remain ignorant of. thank you!

[@tlanc1283]

Always enjoy learning some professional's tricks!

[@paulharris2756]

Infinity Bond PUR WW30 and clamp clamps will change your life with casing...

[@CitEnthusiast]

Worth watching to learn about that very cool threshold!

[@ericpalacios3568]

You guys are slanging videos left and right let’s go!

[@Sammywhat]

Thank you, Paul, Jordan, and Rad for another great episode! The place is really coming along and looking GOOD!! Loved Paul's attitude about those missing shims! Tying in a trip to the store and getting lunch is as brilliant as any other teachable skill imparted!! 😂😂

[@nickbailey202]

Oh my gosh that door jamb screw trick is amazing!

[@AllenRob87]

My first house was hand built in 1947 by the original owner. I had to remove the doors to both bedrooms during a renovation and I was surprised to find the interior doors were not nailed in at all, simply held in place by the casing. After seeing this video I now know that was not unusual or incorrect but maybe a very old secret to hanging doors. Thanks for that.

[@briankowald6465]

The last pre-hung door I installed, I had to take it back out and do it again the next day. These tips will help for next time

[@markb42569]

Like the door hinge screw idea too.

[@russb7]

well done! I love that automatic door sweep/seal

[@terryupchurch9888]

The info you share is so good and so much,it is hard to take it all in! Great job!

[@alishatruman]

Awesome to learn about the conditioning and the screw under the hinge!

[@boblair53]

Love your videos, I learn something new every time I watch you guys.

[@charlesredmond7450]

Good video. I work in commercial construction, and the concealed thresholds for fire dampers are significant. I would spray Teflon or a Rubber Seal Conditioner on the rubber seal to help prevent its breakdown over time so it easily glides over the floor.

[@walnutcontractors5661]

Great tips. Loved the threshold free air sealing detail.

[@StudPack]

Thanks! 👍

[@christophercarmichael2757]

Once again, love you guys and I love this channel. Thanks for making Studpack 2, it helps satisfy my need when I'm jonesing for some new Studpack. Paul, you are today's Bob Vila and Mr. Wizard rolled in one. You rock my man! Jordan and Rad, you will have to look up who Bob Vila and Mr. Wizard.are. just something us old guys grew up watching.

[@erichoward8735]

How many tips and tricks can you share!!? Miter end measurements, casing holdouts, and reveal alignments. Thanks for dialing it in for us!

[@paulbriggs7126]

love your videos. For threshold transition, I agree with you on matching the width. I made some custom oak ones for my transition from the oak floor to tile. Quick coat of stain and clear cost and was very happy with it. Just a bit of time to draw it and setup the angles on the table saw. Then some sanding and it worked good.

[@Pete-nl8ok]

I really like that door sweep. I don't think I've ever seen one before, thanks for sharing!

[@warrenpowell6570]

Cool episode! Thanks for letting me tag along!😊

[@cineaste1969]

Another awesome video chock full of information. I have been following since almost the beginning and I am always learning something new. I also follow your new channel. Keep up the great work guys! 👍🏼

[@brianhopkins5251]

so many GOLD tips in this episode. GOLD

[@devilblueduke]

That’s really cool with that light on the circuit breaker panel

[@macD723]

CA glue works a lot quicker on the casing. I used to do a lot of doors. I did the same thing, put the casing together first, then put on door jamb, then install. But, always used CA glue for the corners. Worked great.

[@hightide-mcknotts]

Perfection at it's finest as Always! - Best KZbin Channel, Content and Precise Instructions on the Planet - I'm Retired Locksmith Residential and Commercial - Repaired / Replaced & Installed a Lot of Fire Rated Doors & Hardware - Loved watching and Learned something New watching your video - Loved the techniques and products - One possible suggestion is installing an automatic door closure on one of the fire rated doors? most likely the garage to stairs entry door? Also Love the FlexiSpot Chair!!! - Going to get one! - Thank you for always having great wholesome and Amazing Content! Great Team!

[@ds61821]

This is a great video. I saw so many pro tips that I know I will use. I love videos that are full of helps like these.

[@catsmeow5566]

Taking the doors off the hinges to install the frame is what I usually do. Makes it easier to get the frame level/plumb and then put the door back on for adjustments. I'm forever losing tools and other stuff. I'll be tripping over the tool one day but when I need it I can't find it. LOL. Cool trick for measuring miter ends! EZ door hanger kits at big box stores are inexpensive and can help if you don't want to use shims. We just installed an exterior door on Sunday but the framing was too far away on the sides so we had to use full on 2x4s and 1x4s as shims. That door is the only thing in this house that is level. LOL. Nice little recliner. I miss the big LazyBoy one my dad had with a little fridge in the arm. Unfortunately after a massive power surge it started to heat instead of cool. It was good while it lasted though. Wider chairs are more comfortable to me. Hey, if someone is in your chair and you want them out, you can grab the controls and use the lift to dump them out! :P Reminds me I need to get Mom's lift chair set up. $500 for a chair like that is not bad at all. The door we just installed was Masonite. It was actually done pretty well, although the steel on it is super thin (it's one of those foam core steel clad ones). If I were to make a door like that myself I would have sandwiched the foam in wood and then put the steel around it as extra reinforcement. Although, cutting that thing to put in a pet door was a royal pain. I just looked up those clam clamps. $70 just for one. Yikes. Ooh, that hidden door sweep is so cool! I was taking notes on door installs for the next time we install a door.

[@philvarois]

so much to learn from u. i watchhhed all the video about the Garagemahal.....thing is i prefer narrower transitions. your flooring is a work of art and i think it's better when the transition is hidden under the door when it's closed. the idea of ordering them in white oak is great thouth. i love watching the three of u working together sons and dad. long life to you and your channels...

[@TheWhale45]

An Old Friend of mine did a new house build back in the 80s. The owner was obsessed with the floor level problem. They actually figured out how much the Joists had to be adjusted to keep everything the same. Needless to say this was in a very expensive part of the DC area. The Customer was ecstatic and the house was gorgeous. Modern Take on a Victorian.

[@srichar879]

Excellent video. Rad, no flip flops on the job site!

[@darrellsharp7277]

Great video. Think about maybe making a shim jig for your table saw. I made one from a picture online and I haven't bought shims in years. I use all the scraps from my jobs. I do quite a few door and window installs in remodels and it's saved me a small fortune. Plus the quality of shims are much better than the ones at the big box stores. Just wanted to throw the idea out there. My favorite channel on KZbin. Great work guys.

[@StudPack]

Yeah I need to do that. These were over $8 a pack

[@coatknight]

​@@StudPack kinda nuts if you think what a 2x4 costs.

[@Chann3lsurf3r825]

Not to mention you could make custom sized shims

[@krallopian]

Regarding FlexiSpot.. they're solid products! I bought a 4-leg standing desk from them a year ago and it's heavy duty solid quality and incredible pricing! I'm seriously considering this chair now just based on the experience so far! First time I enjoyed a sponsor video during a KZbin video! :D

[@SimonLeslieTan]

Well done Paul.

[@davegeorge7094]

That was highest level man! Hate alum. outside door thresholds because they sweat, frost and mold in the winter.

[@conradhawkins1426]

Love you guys feels like we're family. May God Bless You.

[@stephengirtz]

Love the clam clamps!

[@joephillips6634]

Collins Spring clamps work great for DIY alternative to clam clamps

[@NashvilleAustralia]

Absolute legends! Top quality work 👌

[@StudPack]

Thank you 🙌

[@ncooty]

I've been loving your production schedule lately, especially with the second channel.

[@msytdc1577]

@StudPack You don't need the corner miter clamps, just alternate wood and CA glue on one side, spray CA activator on the other, hold in place for 10-30 seconds, now the CA will hold the joint together while the wood glue dries.

[@robavis4906]

Great job fellas

[@grand04gt]

One that I watch on youtube when they do solid door trim they glue and pocket hole screw the side trims to the top before securing the molding to the door so you get your corners perfect. Great job as always! Almost there

[@margaretbear]

You must be soooo close to getting the COO!!! There should be some kind of parade with fireworks when you do 😂😂

[@garywomack4450]

Extremely valuable and practical information. Love it, thanks.

[@mandih1114]

As always, great information and tips. Thanks😀

[@outoftheboxmedic1608]

Man I love this channel!!!

[@richmargadonna2155]

I like putting up assembled casings too. I've switched to CA glue on the 45's. Strong as a moose and no need to pop a trim nail from molding to molding.