Installation Guide

Learn how to properly measure and install your Nick’s exterior door system. Explore measuring resources, installation videos, and downloadable PDF guides for both single and double door systems.

Measure Your Door

Learn how to properly measure your rough opening before ordering. Includes helpful videos and measuring information to help avoid costly mistakes.

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Single Door Installation

Download the installation instructions for single exterior door systems, including preparation, shimming, leveling, fastening, and finishing recommendations.

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Double Door Installation

Download the installation instructions for double exterior door systems, including active/passive door setup, alignment, threshold adjustment, and proper sealing techniques.

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Send Us Finished Door Photos

Receive a $100 Amazon Gift Card for approved project photos.

Customer wood door projects

Finishing & Staining

Professional finishing options for wood doors.

Wood door finishing

Handlesets & Locks

Hardware and locking systems for entry doors.

Door handlesets and locks

Interior Trim & Casing

Interior casing, baseboard and crown moulding.

Interior casing trim

Door Handing Guide

Determine right-hand or left-hand door swing.

Door swing chart

Operable Sidelights

Venting sidelights for entry door systems.

Operable sidelights

3-Point Lock Systems

Advanced multi-point locking systems.

Multipoint locking system

Measure Your Rough Opening

Guide for measuring your door opening.

Door rough opening measurement guide

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