Install Doorknob and Strike Plate — Install Door Hardware and Finish
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How to Add a Door to an Under-Stair Closet · Step 6 of 6
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Finally, install the doorknob and strike plate. Most doorknobs come with instructions, but typically you insert the latch mechanism first, then slide the doorknob pieces together and secure them with screws. Once the doorknob is installed, attach the strike plate to the jamb. This completes the door installation process. Remember that with older homes or pre-hung doors, minor adjustments and repairs (like fixing cracked trim) might be necessary to achieve a perfect finish.
Install Doorknob and Strike Plate — Install Door Hardware and Finish
Part of project
How to Add a Door to an Under-Stair Closet · Step 6 of 6
In this video
Finally, install the doorknob and strike plate. Most doorknobs come with instructions, but typically you insert the latch mechanism first, then slide the doorknob pieces together and secure them with screws. Once the doorknob is installed, attach the strike plate to the jamb. This completes the door installation process. Remember that with older homes or pre-hung doors, minor adjustments and repairs (like fixing cracked trim) might be necessary to achieve a perfect finish.