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For Pros By Pros: Windows and Doors

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by From the editors of Fine Homebuilding

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Windows and Doors contains the best field-tested residential construction and remodeling information available for professional builders, remodelers, and homeowners who want real pro advice. Inside these covers is the information you need to spec, install, replace, or repair windows and doors. From simple jobs to more complicated ones, this book from the editors of Fine Homebuilding magazine covers a range of window and door projects, and gives you the technical help you need for a variety of projects.

In this book we've collected 21 articles from past issues of Fine Homebuilding magazine, that deal with windows and doors. Written by builders, these articles represent hard-won knowledge and years of experience. Because they're often called on to remodel homes, builders see first-hand what has and hasn't worked. You would be hard pressed to find better advice than what is collected here.

You'll learn techniques that yield weather-tight installation, how to choose energy-efficient units, how to install specialty doors, how to give stock windows a custom look, and more.

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SKU	FHB72070860
Table Of Contents	Introduction Part 1: Doors Installing Prehung Doors A New Door Fits an Old Jamb Installing a Split-Jamb Door The Trick to Hanging French Doors First Aid for Doors A Different Approach to Frame & Panel Doors Setting Prehung Doors Three Ways to Weatherstrip Installing Bi-fold Doors Installing Sliding Doors Retrofitting a Threshold Shopping for Interior Doors Disappearing Doors Part 2: Windows Get the Right Replacement Window Restoring Window Sash Installing a Bay Window by Yourself New Window in an Old Wall Installing Vinyl-Clad Windows Dressing Up Stock Windows Choosing Energy-Efficient Windows Reglazing Windows & Doors
Intro	In a new house, the windows and exterior doors typically cost more than anything else. More than the lumber. More than the flooring. Even more than the kitchen cabinets and appliances. Unless those windows and doors are installed meticulously, theyre the most likely places for water to leak and rot to gain a toehold. And even if they are installed meticulously, the windows and doors will be the biggest energy wasters in the house, driving up utility bills. Makes you wonder why we bother. But windows and doors are the difference between a home and a prison. They provide light, air, views and access to the outdoors. In his landmark book on architecture A Pattern Language, Christopher Alexander even says that for a room to be comfortable it must have windows on at least two sides. You need walls and a roof to create shelter, but you need windows and doors to make a great place to live. In this book weve collected 21 articles from past issues of Fine Homebuilding magazine, all of which deal with windows and doors-choosing them, building them, installing them, fixing them. Written by builders, these articles represent hard-won knowledge and years of experience. Because theyre often called on to remodel homes, builders see first-hand what has and hasnt worked. Youd be hard pressed to find better advice than whats collected here. Kevin Ireton, editor, Fine Homebuilding
ISBN	978-1-56158-808-4
Video	No
Author	From the editors of Fine Homebuilding
Publication Year	2006
Dimensions	8-1/2 x 10-7/8
Pages	160
Photo	color photos
Drawings	and drawings
Other Formats	No
Cover	Paperback
Format	Paperback

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