Windows and Doors

by Cassell, Julian; Parham, Peter

• ISBN13: 9780737003260
• ISBN10: 073700326X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-07-01
• Publisher: Grand Central Pub

Summary

Provides step-by-step instructions for remodeling and repairing doors and windows, including information on installing security devices, insulating, buying materials, and painting frames.

Table of Contents

introduction	6	(4)
anatomy of windows & doors	10	(12)
door types & construction	12	(2)
how doors are installed	14	(2)
window types & construction	16	(2)
how windows are installed	18	(2)
glass & glazing options	20	(2)
planning	22	(12)
options for change	24	(2)
tools & equipment	26	(2)
fasteners & materials	28	(2)
how to start	30	(2)
dealing with professionals	32	(2)
making structural changes	34	(16)
safety at work	36	(2)
installing a prehung door	38	(2)
installing a doorway	40	(2)
installing a door jamb	42	(2)
making an arch	44	(2)
closing up a doorway - 1	46	(2)
closing up a doorway - 2	48	(2)
installing doors	50	(28)
choosing options	52	(2)
door hardware & security features	54	(2)
cutting to size	56	(2)
cutting in hinges	58	(2)
installing handles - 1	60	(2)
installing handles - 2	62	(2)
finishing the frame	64	(2)
adding front door accessories	66	(2)
installing cylinder rim locks	68	(2)
adding extra security	70	(2)
changing door appearances	72	(2)
installing door closers	74	(2)
weather-stripping doors	76	(2)
installing windows	78	(20)
choosing options	80	(2)
window & security hardware	82	(2)
installing a window - 1	84	(2)
installing a window - 2	86	(2)
measuring & cutting glass	88	(2)
installing glass	90	(2)
installing window hardware	92	(2)
adding security locks	94	(2)
insulating windows	96	(2)
decorative finishes	98	(14)
choosing options	100	(2)
choosing materials	102	(2)
preparing windows & doors	104	(2)
painting techniques - 1	106	(2)
painting techniques - 2	108	(2)
applying natural wood finishes	110	(2)
repair & restoration	112	(24)
recognizing problems	114	(2)
releasing sticking doors & windows	116	(2)
repairing loose doors & windows	118	(2)
repairing hinges	120	(2)
repairing sash windows - 1	122	(2)
repairing sash windows - 2	124	(2)
replacing a broken pane	126	(2)
restoring leaded lights	128	(2)
renovating metal	130	(2)
repairing a windowsill	132	(2)
repairing a doorway	134	(2)
glossary	136	(3)
index	139	(4)
acknowledgments	143