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Matching new door hinges to old door Jambs

admin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:12:18 +0000

Today we were Installing a new door in an old door jamb . . this is much more complicated than installing new doors with new door jams.

Here are some tips to make this job go easier:

Don’t remove the original door stop until after you swing the door so it doesn’t fall through the opening, and you will be on the right side of the door to mark the hinge
Put a wedge on the top of the door (about 1/8th quick) and pry the door up from the bottom so you ensure you have a margin at the top of your door. Mark the hinge points to make sure you install the door to swing in the right direction
Make sure the bevels of the door are going in the right direction (the widest part of the door with no bevel should be facing you)
Find hinges close to the previous size to minimize filling around the Jamb
90% of the time you will have to replace the door stop after years of painting or the door won’t close properly

East Toronto Basement Planning

admin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:05:30 +0000

Today we were working with a client in East Toronto to plan their basement project.

The images are attached. This project is for a large size basement with room for 2 bedrooms with closets, bathroom, corner kitchen and living room.

Contact TO Reno’s to inquire about a free 3-D floor plan as part of your complimentary quote

Predrilling your holes in wood

admin — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 23:18:20 +0000

Sometimes you just need a basic cabinet. Richard from TO renos has a simple tip and reminder that If you are building your own cabinet you need to ensure that you pre-drill your holes prior to using screws to avoid cracking the wood.