Expert Guide to Installing Double, Pocket, and Flush-Concealed Doors
with Casey Knips
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OverĀ 2 Hours of Video Instruction
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Reference Articles Included
COURSE AVAILABLEĀ MARCH 3, 2026
SIGN UP NOWCourse Introduction
Learn time-tested methods for installing complex doors that bring high-end appeal to the home. Casey will demystify these complicated installations by sharing his preferred methods, the tools he uses, the materials he selects, and his preferred hinge hardware for trusted results.
What You'll Learn In This Course:
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Framing considerations to get started
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Custom jamb fabrication
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Hardware selection for quality and reliability
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Precision hinge mortising with routers and jigs
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Door hanging and final adjustments for a perfect fit
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Benefits of these doors:
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Double doors create a stronger connection between spaces without sacrificing flexibility.
They widen sightlines, move light deep into the floor plan, and elevate everyday circulation. When closed, they still offer separation and privacy, making them ideal for home offices, dining rooms, and transitional living spaces that need to do double duty.
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Pocket doors solve layout problems that swinging doors can't.
By disappearing into the wall cavity, they reclaim valuable floor space and open up tight plans - perfect for baths, closets, pantries, and compact bedrooms. Installed correctly, they deliver clean lines, better traffic flow, and smart use of every square foot.
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Flush-concealed doors let you integrate access without interrupting the design.
When detailed to align with paneling, trim, or wall finishes, they virtually disappear, preserving and reinforcing a room's overall design intent. They're a creative tool for concealing storage, private rooms, or secondary spaces while maintaining a seamless, high-design aesthetic.
Who Should Enroll in this Course?
Pros and Advanced DIY-ers.
What Tools should I have before I take the Course?
You will want to have a tracksaw, table saw, miter saw, router, drill driver, laser level and JAMBMASTER (for double doors).
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Casey Knips
Since 2012, Casey Knips has been working on homes in the Twin Cities metro area. In 2023 he founded True Fit Carpentry with a focus on custom finish and cabinetry work. Casey has a steadfast passion for his work and is an advocate for continuous learning and collaboration within the industry. He believes in building an industry focused on camaraderie and encouraging young people to join the trades.