Installing Interior Doors with Gary Striegler On-Demand

Master Carpenter & Fine Homebuilding Contributor

Course is on-demand.

NOTE: This is a part of the larger Carpentry Basics online course. Already purchased Carpentry Basics? Log in here.

Guided by veteran craftsman Gary Striegler—whose 40+ years of finish‑carpentry expertise and Fine Homebuilding contributions have set industry standards—this on‑demand course teaches you how to install a wide range of interior doors with professional precision and lasting quality. Building on the proven format of Gary’s acclaimed Finish Carpentry Basics course, you’ll dive deep into both the technique and the “why” behind every installation step.

What You'll Learn In This Course:

Plan and order doors correctly, accounting for rough‑opening size and swing
Execute a plumb, shimmed, and secure installation of multiple door types
Adjust jambs and stops to achieve clean reveals and smooth operation
Diagnose and fix common installation issues like binding doors, uneven gaps, and misaligned hardware

Running time: approximately 2 hours, 45 mins.

Looking for another course? Click here to see all online learning courses from Fine Homebuilding.

$49.99 USD

I have read and agree to the terms and conditions of this page as follows: