My full build of solid panel door can be found here.
Make your own french doors with stock windows.
Choose exterior glass if the door is opening to the outside.
Lay the door flat on your work table.
If the french doors have dropped due to loose screws in the hinges attempt to tighten them before you test the doors again.
If this is the case you may need to remove the entire doors so you can renew the holes.
We were recently asked to replace an existing french style combination screen and storm door on a client s house.
The existing door was constructed of pine and had metal clips that held the screen or storm panels in place.
Of 4 4 stock for the core and about 20 bd.
To make both doors you ll need about 50 bd.
By rob robillard a storm door is very much part of a home s curb appeal.
Measure the cutout centers of the doors and buy glass to fit.
Get ready to transform the look feel of your home with a stunning set of french doors.
First cut the stiles to the full height of the window 24.
Whether they divide your living room from your dining room or an outdoor patio from your kitchen french doors are a gorgeous option that helps make an easy transition from one area to the next.
I decided to use mahogany for the entire core.
Drill holes into each corner of the frame and slide the mullion into place.
Both screen storm panels would overlap the opening.
In this video i show you how to make simple hardwood french doors.
Here s how to calculate the lengths of your parts using an 18x24 window with 3 wide rails and stiles as an example.