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1. Replacement entry door
2. Urethane-foam exterior trim
includes crosshead pediment and fluted columns
3. Aluminum storm door
4. Urethane adhesive
used to adhere exterior trim5. Silicone caulk
for sealing underneath new threshold
5. 1 5/8-inch roofing nails
used to secure new doorframe
6. Straightedge
used as a saw guide when trimming the siding
7. 3-inch (10d) galvanized finishing nails
for attaching urethane trim
8. Exterior-grade putty
used to fill nail holes in trim - Tools List
Photo: Smith/ Baer
11. Install storm door
Set the door into the opening and drive screws through the mounting flange and into the existing wood brick mold. Install the latch-side and head-mounting flanges the same way. Finish by installing the two door closers and the lockset.
Next- Helpful Info
- Article: Here's How to Pick a Front Door
- Video: How to Repair a Damaged Doorjamb
- Video: How to Replace a Threshold
- Skill Builder: Pro Tip for Door Trimming
- Ask This Old House: Front Door Care
- Article: Improve Your Home's Curb Appeal
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