There were always signs that our French patio doors had the same high-quality construction as the sandy "patio" outside (one of our many DIY remodeling projects at our home in Cincinnati). The ...

Dear James: Our swinging doors use a lot of wall space when open. Our house is small, so we want to install sliding or folding doors. Which design is better and how are they installed? - Marcia L.

If you have a less than perfect sliding door that opens onto a deck or patio, consider replacing it with a hinged French door instead. A French door with paneled window glass, also called a garden ...

Can I install a keyed lock in my sliding patio door if it didn't come with one?Roger E., Katy, Texas You have two options: You can get a general retrofit kit from an outfit like Swisco.com (it bills ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you're looking for versatile or space-saving closet door ideas, sliding doors are often one of the top choices, but the cost of having ...

A sliding glass door can act as a means of enjoying the outdoors by creating a room with a view. It can also enhance natural light and ventilation. At the same time, a poorly operating sliding glass ...

If you have dogs, young children, or irresponsible adults that know how to open a sliding door but not close it, this brilliant, $3.50 DIY is for you. Hook up a bottle of water or sand to a small ...

Dear Tim: I’ve got a sliding patio door on the back of my home. There’s a moisture problem directly under the door in the basement. The gutters are clear and the patio is level. I plan to seal between ...

DEAR TIM: I’ve got a sliding patio door on the back of my home. There’s a moisture problem directly under the door in the basement. The gutters are clear and the patio is level. I plan to seal between ...

Q: I'm not sure when my house was built, but I have old-style, anodized, single-pane aluminum windows and doors. As an ongoing project, I want to replace the old stuff. To start, I want to replace my ...