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Open and Shut Case: Installing New Door Knobs

Door and window hardware can be incredibly powerful additions to your home, bringing a completely new feel to a room. But does installing new door knobs feel like it could be beyond your skills? I certainly felt that way myself. In fact, I knew installing new door knobs was beyond me. Based on past experience! I once received a beautiful painted porcelain door knob as a gift. It came from Anthropologie, and it was creamy white with a blue, grey and black filigree pattern. It was beautiful and just my style. I wish I had a picture, but sadly, I…

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How to Trim Down a Door

I’ve learned so much from the closet expansion, and we aren’t done yet. I’ve still got the doors to build, and one final closet opening to frame and add architrave and shelving. Today, I want…

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