How do I hang a used exterior door?

by Linda W. Horn Chancellor

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My front door. I am trying to rehang another used ext6erior door. I'm a female. By myself. And. I'm. Single ..and a friend put it up the way it. Is. I'll send you photos.

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Linda W. Horn Chancellor on Apr 04, 2019

Hey. Is someone there ?

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- Lynn Sorrell on Apr 04, 2019
  
  "patience is a virtue" what is it exactly you are asking? do you want to reverse the way the door opens and seal the gaps around it?? buy new flat bigger butt hinges that work on outside of house https://www.hardwaresource.com/stainless-steel-wide-throw-butt-hinges.html since door is so messed up run bolts/w lock nuts thru the door to hold the hinges in place put silicone sealer/caulk in holes with bolts to keep out moisture. ; use foam trim insulation around door and opening to create tighter seal and these door sweeps to close up bottom https://www.google.com/search?q=Energy+Efficient+Adhesive+Under+Door+Silicone+Sweep+Weather+...&safe=active&sa=X&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS750US750&tbm=shop&tbs=vw:g&ved=0ahUKEwiPjfvWtbfhAhUHllQKHW4MCq4QvQ0IrgI&biw=1366&bih=657 stick onto door with E6000 glue/adhesive
  
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GrandmasHouseDIY on Apr 04, 2019

Hi Linda, will you please attach photos and describe the problem?

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Redcatcec on Apr 04, 2019

Hi Linda,
Need photos to see what you can see, we want to help you.

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Becky at Flipping the Flip on Apr 05, 2019

This is a pretty complicated task if you're installing a new door frame, one best left to a carpenter. If you're flipping the door swing, you'll need to move the hinges. If you're looking to replace one door with another, leaving everything intact, this can get tricky too as the door may not be the same exact size. You might try to find someone who can help you.

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Nan W. on Apr 08, 2019

Linda: Rehanging a door is a skill... a real skill. You should hire a professional.

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