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In this video, when a homeowner wanted a bit more soundproofing in their home, they decided solid-core doors would be a big upgrade over hollow. Nathan Gilbert replaced their doors with new, modern, solid doors.
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Where to find it?
Order Doors
Shaker white primed 1-panel solid core interior slab door [https://homedepot.sjv.io/YR0zvJ]
Tape measure [https://homedepot.sjv.io/LKWkyj]
Remove & Install Doors
Flat-head screwdriver [https://homedepot.sjv.io/N9maJ7]
#2 Phillips screwdriver/ drill bit [https://homedepot.sjv.io/091a5M]
Hammer [https://homedepot.sjv.io/yqBNvV]
Cut Doors to Size (if necessary)
Sawhorses [https://homedepot.sjv.io/gO4dQO]
HEPA vacuum [https://homedepot.sjv.io/091aBP]
Circular saw [https://homedepot.sjv.io/6yDZRV] – if you need to cut the door to size
All Purpose Primer [https://homedepot.sjv.io/g1Mgv9] – add primer to any exposed wood after cutting
Add Hinges
Combination square [https://homedepot.sjv.io/N9maYv] – to transfer hinge locations
Router [https://homedepot.sjv.io/K0W5YA]
Router latch mortiser / Drop-in door hinge jig [https://homedepot.sjv.io/jeBdjv] – comes with router template and router bit
Drill [https://homedepot.sjv.io/xLRyQk]
Self-centering hinge bit [https://homedepot.sjv.io/Bn1LV1] – for hinge leaf pilot holes
Add Lockset
Door latch installation kit [https://homedepot.sjv.io/qzBdoj]
Bi-metal adjustable door lock set kit [https://homedepot.sjv.io/e1b7jD] – comes with all the bits needed to make your bore holes
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