How to Install a storm door with This Old House

Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to put in a storm door.

Steps:

1 Use bevel square to establish angle of doorsill.

2 Mark doorsill angle onto the bottom end of the hinge frame.

3 Use hacksaw to cut hinge frame to length.

4 Screw hinge frame to edge of screen door.

5 Screw door hinge to side jamb of door opening.

6 Install remaining frame pieces around top and sides of door.

7 Attach automatic closers and handle to door.

8 Secure the safety chain to head jamb and to inside of door.

9 Seal around storm-door frame with silicone caulk.