I fitted an internal wooden door for my parents a few years back. It was hard work as they didn't have great tools available (e.g. I used a wall scraper in place of a chisel to create insets for the hinges), but I did have a power saw to (un)square the door to the frame. I guess I got lucky as the door fitted perfectly and remains so to this day. Would I do a front door? Probably not, unless the alternative was too pricey.
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Definitely get a pro in since it's a front door and has to withstand the elements. Water is persistent and will find a way in so it's important to get a good fit. The weather bar and draft proofing must also be on the money.
Experiment on an internal door by all means since you have some margin of error.
Keep it wood if you can, much nicer than uPVC.Comment
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why do you need to replace it?Comment
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Thanks everyone.
I'll stick to writing leaky code, rather than installing a leaky door.Originally posted by cailin maithHang on - there is actually a place called Cheddar??
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Ok, will take a look at the wood options.
Need to replace it because it has a big crack in it.
I was thinking of the uPVC option for better insulation.Originally posted by cailin maithHang on - there is actually a place called Cheddar??Comment
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if it is a standard size the job is not really as bad as has been suggested. if it is a non-standard size and you don't have the proper tools and place to work - forget it and get someone who can.Comment
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Get a local uPVC firm to do it. Get as many estimates as possible, in writing, and then start a bidding war. You'll be amazed at:
1. How low the price can go.
2. How utterly crap they are at doing a simple job that is, when all's said and done, something that should be a 2-hour job for "experts" like they purport to be.
Or, do it yourself and live with the sad consequences.
Easy, really.Comment
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