Door and Window Installation Workbook

Door and Window Skills Workbook

How well do you know door and window installation? Take the challenge by clicking on the image below. This isn’t a test of everything there is to know, but it will give you (or your manager) an idea of how well you know some of the key facts underlying skills. Answers are provided at the end. For any questions you get wrong, follow the links in the answers to hone your knowledge.


Door and Window Skills Challenge
Test your knowledge of door and windows installation.


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Basic Instruction

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Replacement Window Basics

As long as you've measured carefully, you can install a high-quality insert in... More

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Installing an Exterior Door

John Spier explains why exterior doors are the most challenging of all of the... More

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Replacing Doors In Stucco

Cut carefully to preserve the building paper, and hide the missing stucco with... More

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Installing Flanged Windows: Two Strategies Compared (Part 1)

Different sides of the country use different flashing methods. More

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Fluid-Applied Window Flashing

As close to foolproof as it gets for recessed openings and other complex flashing... More

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Building Zero-Step Entries

Universal access should begin at the front door. More

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Replacement Windows and the Code

Be sure that your installation complies with all four code requirements: energy... More

When the diagonals are equal, the window is square in the opening.

Field Guide

Quality windows and doors can increase comfort and home value more than almost any other exterior feature. But the impacts on building performance can be harsh if you don't get the water, air and thermal detailing right.

Door and Window Installation Online References

Door and Window Installation Online References

Online references for building codes, installation techniques, calculators, supplies, materials, and more

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