As you look at replacing your sliding patio door with a french patio door there are a variety of options and upgrades to consider.
Replacing a french door with a window.
In this video this old house general contractor tom silva shows the proper way to install a new window into an old and oversized doorway opening.
Check building codes in your area before changing an exterior door.
Remove the existing door and doorframe.
Install the new frame and door assembly using shims to level the door and make it close and open properly.
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Following are the basic steps in the project.
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Patio door options and upgrades.
If necessary cut a rabbet in the 2x6 bottom plate to fit over the finished floor in the room.
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8 in height by 36 wide.
Then build a short wall to span opening.
Exterior doors may not be changed if they are also an important exit.
Secure frame permanently with 3 inch deck screws through the rest of the holes in the hinge assemblies.
United inches is where you add the height and the width of a door.
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It doesn t need a support or lintel it just needs the window removing and the brickwork underneath the window removing.
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The standard replacement french door would measure 84 inches in height by 36 wide for a total of 120 united inches.
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Replacing the essentially non functional exterior door with a window will make the home more secure and will enhance the look of the room by letting in more natural light.
Make sure it s legal to replace your door with a window.
Drill pilot holes through the frame and shims where the door hinges are.