I have metal framed doors on 3 of my bedroom doors and 2 closet doors and I want to remove them and install a wooden framed door. How difficult would you rate this project for a newbie or someone who has only done minor construction work around the house??? I have tried to locate screw or nail holes but there is so much paint on the frame I cannot seem to find anything. any ideas on where to start for research???
My in-laws had the same frames with wooden doors. There are 2 types of metal frames one is called a Knock down frame and is in 3 pieces. These are easy but if you don't see adjustment screws on the jamb face or seams in the corners you most likely have the solid frames. These are not easy. A reciprocating saw would come in handy! Cut the top plate loose from the sides and remove. There may be tabs on the bottom of each leg that screw into the sides of the studs. I'm hoping you have sheetrock walls or this is going to get ugly. Good luck Chris
