Locate the screws that fasten the outer framework of the glass insert to the door.
How to cover screws around the glass on front doors.
Long throw bolt see buying a deadbolt.
Roman shades above the frame.
A sturdy screwdriver or small pry bar can quickly bow the doorjamb enough to release the latch.
Any exterior door that only has a lock in the doorknob isn t secure.
Insert the tip of a putty knife between the molding and the frame of the door.
Have a helper hold the unit in place from the outside while you position the interior half of the grille frame on the inside of the door and secure the two halves with the provided screws.
From the outside face of the door carefully lift the exterior frame and glass assembly into the door opening.
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.
Install the window unit.
Make a mark on the home exterior through each of the holes you drilled to show the locations for the lag screws.
When the molding lifts up 1 4 inch move the screwdriver to the next side.
How to replace the oval glass in an entry door.
How to replace the oval glass in an entry door.
Check all exterior doors.
If you opt for an outside mounted style like this keep the design coherent across the room by mounting all the.
Drill pilot holes for the lag screws at each reference mark.
If the screws aren t exposed use a small screwdriver to pop off the small decorative caps.