A secure entry starts with a solid door and a grade 1 or grade 2 deadbolt with a solid 1 in.
How to cover screws around the glass on front doors.
Drill pilot holes for the lag screws at each reference mark.
How to replace the oval glass in an entry door.
Have a helper hold the plywood in place at the window to be covered.
Roman shades above the frame.
If plenty of wall space exists between the top of the door frame and the ceiling fill it with a single wide roman shade treatment that will fold up tightly when not in use but will cover the entire door expanse in one swift motion at nightfall.
A sturdy screwdriver or small pry bar can quickly bow the doorjamb enough to release the latch.
When the molding lifts up 1 4 inch move the screwdriver to the next side.
Make a mark on the home exterior through each of the holes you drilled to show the locations for the lag screws.
Insert the tip of a putty knife between the molding and the frame of the door.
How to replace the oval glass in an entry door.
Use thicker 3 8 inch lag screws 3 inches long around large windows.
Long throw bolt see buying a deadbolt.
Locate the screws that fasten the outer framework of the glass insert to the door.
From the outside face of the door carefully lift the exterior frame and glass assembly into the door opening.
Install the window unit.
If you opt for an outside mounted style like this keep the design coherent across the room by mounting all the.
Any exterior door that only has a lock in the doorknob isn t secure.