How to Cut Down a Door | Height and Width Adjustments
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Everyone else used a table saw (which I don't have) to cut a new piece to fill the bottom. Jeff shows how to use existing piece.. Love this guy.
Jeff, you really do have videos to all my questions. You are a renovation genie, my friend!
Very good video! I also make sure to paint all of the edges of the door after cutting down to prevent any issues in case there is ever a flood
Jeff has videos for literally everything! Thank you!!
Always good info bosses love to remain in control doing the skilled work. Thank u very much
As always while i'm building my own basement... i came into a door sizing issue. And as ALWAYS here you are to the rescue!!! I wish I could just hire you instead hahaha! you're the best!
Awesome going to be resizing some bypass closet doors this week, video will be great help.
awesome triton. Cheers!
I would not have known how to do this correctly if it were not for you. I was getting ready to cut the bottom piece on the table saw when I thought let's watch a bit more. Thank you Jeff for a great how-to video.
Great video. Clear, informative and entertaining.
A few months ago I replaced 3 doors at a house built in the 1900s. Glad to see I did everything correctly. The fun part of doing a house so old is each measurement for the length and width on each side was different. The whole house is just one big uneven mess.
One thing I also did which probably isnt needed, after using the glue I also used two small nails on each side when reinstalling the bottom core of the door. Just in case the glue fails after a few years the nails will be there to hold it into place.
Love watching you Jeff you should be on a DIY TV show on Saturday morning
enjoy to see your videos , Thanks !
I swear this man has algorithmic programming on my schedule. Seems every single door job I have this month, he has a video that follows suite prior to the day LOL. Like last week, I had a floor job then the day before... BOOM "How to lay the perfect floor". If this was a permission, I accept to tap my life, keep helping me improve sir!
LOL, you sound like a busy guy! Cheers!
@@HomeRenoVisionDIY Well of course! I put on my grey shirt and blue jeans, pop the OLFA 25mm blade in my back pocket and get at it. You've changed perspective on everything I do, I'm faster, more efficient and more precise. I can rip a board quick wih my handsaw like you now lol. Even picked up a method from one of your earlier videos i believe... Today I had to cut a piece of plywood to fill in for the piece of the subfloor I forgot when i picked up a client payment. So I ever so quickly measured one end(4") and the other(3 1/2") total width of 33", ran outside, marked at 33", marked the 4" and 3 1/2 marks, drew my line with my leveler, made the cut and popped it right in within 20 seconds. WAAAAY faster than my over analyzing methods I used. You taught me to just freakin Do it! I even bring my 7/11 cup and pop it in the toilet hole when I do bathrooms to cover that stank hole up LOL Thanks JEFF! Watching your "Build a Beautiful Cedar Deck" video now although I'm doing a rear patio enclosure but the methods are the same.
right on. sometimes it is hard to differentiate between finishing work and when its time to just get er done! Cheers!
Omg this video Is exactly what I needed!!! Thank you! Keep up the good work! Just sub to your channel 😁
Here's a friendly tip on how to eliminate an OSHA violation where live outlets are uncovered (and keep the painters happy) Install a plate backwards over the duplex. (live screw terminals exposed) The outward curve of the plate gives the painter enough to cut in around the outlet saving a pricey fine, and their brush :~)
Thanks for the instruction. Love watching someone who's done it before gettin' it done 👍
Looking through dozens videos to get a simple overview on what I need to do, then I see Jeff Thorman's face and know I'm finally where I need to be.
Right? Haha
This some what bald guy knows what he's talking about. I subscribed after the first vid i watched installation of drywall.
Keep it up man.
Thanks blue! Cheers!
You saved my project and a bunch of $$$. Thank you!
I enjoy the comment about the recyclable door and not to punch it, that's why I'm watching this to get new doors from punches could i ask for your reccomendation for tools for cutting down doors and drills i bought one but was very cheap, didnt go through brick work for other jobs etc thanks
We have always just cut a new plug to fit from scrap wood. Always interesting to see the approach of a pro on the job.
I see that sometimes and always wondered why you would arrange to have that material on site when the door already has a filler available.
Well, we are always "on site" given we're at home. It's easier for us to grab something off the scrap pile and cut a plug to fit than to tear apart the end of the door and clean it up. Plus, I tend to be thrifty and think I will save the cut off half of the door and repurpose it in some way. I have closed in some transoms with the ends of 6 panel doors, and used the halves of others for attic access doors -- short stubby doors like this playroom door. I guess I could make a paneled box with the door skins, haven't yet. Just hate to destroy them until I have decided there's no use.
R Wind
Pros wear safety glasses when sawing wood.
Just saying.
Hey, thanks for the tutorial. Im pretty sure you said to leave an inch for height when cutting down. You also said to save the end part to fill the bottom of the door. The door was only 40mm off, so if I cut into it im worried ill jeopordize that bit-I guess I could always get another bit off wood from bunnings to fit, or cut one. Your thoughts would be greatly appreciated coz i nee a bedroom door!
Great Video Jeff! I have a question, is it possible to trim a set of french doors with glass windows in the middle length wise? Considering doing a project and found a set of french doors that are 32" wide each, and the space its going into is 65".
This is awesome. I'm looking to do EXACTLY this right now. Thanks so much!
hi Scott, not so scary once you have seen it done eh? Cheers!
Best part of every night is when you post a new video. Great content
Thanks, Cheers!
7:02 Kyle: "F***!" punches drywall in spite*** 😂
Jeff is super
You are awesome. I hope everything is going well in the covid hibernation. The best to you and your family!
Always like your ideals
Can you do a video on how to cut a door for hinges and doorknobs?
Ok found the answer to my problem. Door to long now with the vinyl plank install. Problem is I don't have a planer. Guess I'm gonna have to get one lol.
Thank you : )
I have 2 doors that I would need to take off 1/8" down the whole door (80"). Would u recommend using a hand planner like you used at the end of the video? Unfortunately a standard 30x80 door won't fit into my door opening. Darn manufactured homes!
Hi Jeff;
I'm not sure if this is where a member posts a question but here goes... I just bought a great new interior door mat but my exterior door that swings in doesn't clear it. If I remove the door and cut it "up" I'll be letting more cold air in this old house so do I also have to replace the threshold?
We are having are basement refinished and the doors under the soffits have to be cut down. They want to butt the door casing up against the ceiling. Is that a good idea? Will it look weird?
Thanks!
Can you cut another piece of wood to replace the bottom vs. using the cut off and having to clean it up?
Jeff, will you show us how to shingle a valley
Would i use that same trimming method of my door opening is crooked? I installs some new bi fold doors into opening where it already had some and at the top half everything has a nice gap but as it starts getting lower everything gets tight
Another good one.
Cheers Larry!
Great videos! Any ideas for installing a metal storm door that is 1 inch narrower than the old storm door?
shim ur jambs in a 1/2''
I wish I found this video two weeks ago!!!!!! I live in a house built in the 80s. We bought new doors thinking we just need to buy new doors and hang them. NOPE we were wrong! Lol we used a oscillating tool to trim the door frame. (Seen from another video and it look easy lol we were wrong again! ) lol really wish I seen this video and then maybe we didn’t have to spend 20 hours on 7 doors......
great video as always!
Cheers Logan!
Very informative. Thank you.
I wish I could use a circular saw to cut a straight line like that without using an edge. :)
you can with practice, and be consistent on the brand of saw you use. I've used 4 makita saws for over 30 years, the only brand I'll buy, because I know there the cut line is.
@@6286668 I LOVE Makita tools. They are the BEST! Excellent calibration, torque and so LIGHT!
i have a prehung door - i think i just need to cut that trim part - is that a thing?
Say Jeff Do you have any thoughts on bay windows. It would be fun to learn how to frame and install them! Pocket doors would be fun too
Now that we have spray foam I love them. Cheers!
Is the process the same for metal doors? My basement door is not a normal size.
Really good except I couldn't tell you were taking the sides of the new bottom strip off at first
Yes. Eye and ear protection. Jon 1 is safety'
Awesome information once again. Your ability to communicate is awesome!😎
Thanks \dude
big shot...NO But I will have to find a way to balance my time soon. I an answering 200 questions a day!
I need to cut 1/2 inch off the width of a solid wood door. The opening will only accommodate a door thats 35 1/2 inches wide. What is the best tool to use?
When a door lining is wider in size how should it be fixed.. Single choice.
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 thank you
Thanks! Do you happen to know if this works for molded panel doors?
molded panel doors are constructed similarly inside so small height adjustments will work.
Dude, so I installed those door only to find out they were about 4 inches gap. So bought new doors but another snafu these are glued with silicone it is hard to strip the face off. I went to see if I could buy a strip to put in place but was gifted thin strips my conscience does not allow me to just hook.up 1 inch thick strips for I know it is weak. Can I rent a planer to do this? How can I separate the facing of doors that were glued with silicone. I have hammer and chisel away but it is a slow process. Please your feedback will be appreciated I am unskilled girl trying to do home care and maintenance.
Can i get away with all small width trim using only a circular saw?
Bruh i was literally looking for this video the other day and all the other vids on youtube are shit thank you man! love your videos
Glad to help.|Cheers!
Yes, they make door like crap nowaday. I bought a new bathroom door to replace the old one and I noticed it weighs 50% less than the old door and the particle board around the door knob is a joke compared to the old one. So, I cleaned up and painted the old then re-install the old one even with the old door being a little bend.`
reclaiming is still a viable option in many cases. Cheers!
While you're on doors... I've searched your videos and haven't found... how to install a prehung exterior door. I'm needing to replace mine in about a week (if it ever stops raining in NC). Any chance you've got a video on the subject?
we will be filming that one real soon. Cheers!
If I can't rent a planer can I just use a jigsaw or circular (skill saw) when adjusting width for bifold doors.
I would go with the circular saw out of the two, for sure. With a jig, not only would you be there all day but you always run the risk of it jumping around on you, ruining your straight cut and it can gnaw at and chip off your edges even if you tape it off. You could always try amazon for a planer, I got an electric one from amazon warehouse used and was able to easily plane down a few sticky parts of a solid oak door in no time. Even before a jig, I would go to the local hardware and get a manual planer lol. Jigs can be that much of a nightmare
Do you have a video on how to make a door opening larger ? I have a tiny door into my bathroom and want to make it larger.
not yet, but there is always hope!
You pretty much just add material then sand and paint to match. Of course, that makes it sound like it won't take 3 weeks, 2 different kinds of wood filler, 14 coats of primer and paint, and get you about a dozen eye-rolls a day from your spouse. But in theory it's easy!
how much should I expect to pay for someone to do this job for me? is it by the hour, per door or by the job?
What can you do if the door is cut too short and the rain comes in?
What if I don’t got the tool to make the width smaller
Nice video tell mr Holmes I said hello.
Never Met the man!
i've salvaged the mdf insert and ripped new ones . personally i prefer to rip a new piece. However, his technique doesn't require more power tools, so that can be a plus for someone who doesn't have a portable table saw. easier to rip a new one in my opinion. just saying.
Some in my house bashed a hole in to wall thinking the door was just mad. So they flipped it upside down and bashed another hole in the wall a little taller than the first. Got mad and rippped up the floor. :( ???? Why though.
3:13 I'm next 😂😂 excellent video as always
My saw has a piece of tape in the same spot on the cord 🙈
So why not just use a solid wood core door?
Would this process be different for a steel exterior door?
KenNissi Chan Uh, yeah!
haha so makin crap doors didnt save many trees did it ? great videos though ,thumbs up and subscription !
hey jeff,what if the door has wood print on it,what is the best way to match the print when you cut out the different pieces,(honeycomb doors)
Hi Ronny, not sure what you mean by wood print?
in place of a white door,the door has an oak wood print on it,so if you cut the top and bottom to reuse aftewards the print may not match up www.brico.be/nl/badkamer-keuken-wonen/deuren/binnendeuren/stompdeuren/thys-deurgeheel-'concept-s63-quadra'-eik-grijs-veritkaal-73cm/5307925@@HomeRenoVisionDIY
|Hi ronny, Thanks for the link. my door resizing process will not actually leave any visible damage on the front or rear panel so you should be fine. use a new blade preferably 40 tooth finishing blade set to the exact depth plu 1/8 inch. tape the saw guard to protect from scratching. Cheers!
thanx for your response Jeff@@HomeRenoVisionDIY
So I’m redoing the tile in my bathroom and also installing a split jamb pre hung door. But the floor transitions into a wood floor that sits like 3/4” of an inch. Should I install the door first or the tile?
How do I change the height and width of my wife? I sometimes pretend my back porch door is the jump door of an airplane ✈️ and slide/slam it shut when she gets to talkin... So my question is, can you consider doing a video or direct me to one that fancy’s slow shutting door systems? Like the slam proof stuff....?
if you add a automatic door closer like the ones used in a garage it will work. I would also suggest talking to a therapist. Life is not supposed to be so stressful that we can't enjoy our spouse's company. You both might need some tools to deal with your frustrations and stress so you don't dump on each other. wishing you all the best.
Na that was just a joke man lol... My wife is truely awesome. I watch your shows cause I plan on building myself.
Kool kool
Cheers victor
How much can I cut off
a fire door?
Why is it important to replace the core?
I've replaced about 30 doors and I never knew there was a bevel or a right and wrong way. 🤦🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️
Always cool to learn that there is an option. a lot fo doors stick in humid weather for this reason. Cheers!
Safety Third!
I don't think jeff got the memo about filling the info out :)
Goood morning, I was traveling to Vegas all day yesterday with no access to my laptop. Cheers!
Cut open the top about 1.5-2 inches and fill with concrete. Now we have a bunker door!!.......
Tiny door for a tiny room...I want that planer.
This is a must have tool for ANYONE RENOVATING AN OLD HOUSE. cHEERS cUDDA!
Old door jamb never square, plumb,level cheers
That is why having these tools makes all thye difference if you are trying to save the frame and trim work.
where is the width adjustment as mentioned in the title?
9:00 your welcome
I bet the cameraman sabotaged the depth set on the saw for giggles.
RE: The hollow doors, the boys at OCC on American Chopper made a career out of smashing these suckers up every episode, they wouldn't have lasted one episode with a solid panelled door.
I will get him next time. Cheers!
*I SWEAR I THOUGHT YOUR THUMBNAIL SAID RESIZE YOUR BOOBS*
#NoPerv 😁😆😂
I am not that Handy! Cheers!
You should have a CZcams channel.
7:05 door don't hit back. Bruce lee
Thank |God, the last thing i need is another shiner. Cheers!
Get yourself a plunge saw, Jeff...
or a right handed saw
My ex tried to blame me for kicking in a door. I told the police I wasn't dumb enough to try to kick the middle of a hollow core door....police took her away. LOL
Need more stories like this lol
KMSL
For Pete's sake, with just 2 quick clamps you can use that piece as a guide. Also, eye and ear protection.
So.... where is a link where YOU show how to do everything proper? ? ? ... Thought so.
Eye protection, yes. He doesn’t need clamps, he’s good at what he does
Seems way too complicated. How is that simpler than building a door from scratch?
LOL, I guess that for most of us adjustments are still going to be easier than creating.
Jeff will fill out this comment blah blah blah
LOL busy in Vegas , working my tail off
Do your thing man. You're doing good work.
Hey, if you already have the footage. Put out a fun bloopers video later this year.
All you gotta do to finish that is:
- Repair saw kickback mark
- Repaint door
- Pray to Christ that the door that fell didn't just scratch up the newly installed floor
- Seal the 1/32" gaps where new core was installed after owner overheard you talk about critters and is now worried about tiny spiders getting into cracks.
- Clean up work area
Gotta love this line of work, it's always something. Take it easy.
Make it wooden with the help of the Woodglut instructions.
🤦🏻♂️
This video should have a Public Health Warning 😀
Dropping stuff on new floor without protecting it?
Its a floor not a ming dynasty vase.
I would just be wary of wearing a metal wedding band when doing this. Wear a silicone one instead, or none at all during the project.
i think we are related..............................
That is possible, ancestry anyone?