Have you ever dreamt of building doors that are durable, attractive, and energy efficient? Doormaking for Beginners makes it possible for the devoted do-it-yourselfer to build new doors for a fraction of the cost of purchasing them. When you build your own doors you are not just saving money but also completely transforming your space and adding significantly to the value of a home. Doors come in a variety of types and finishes, but one thing they all have in common is how much they can affect the overall appearance of your home.

This technical handbook explains how to approach the complex task of designing and building custom doors. With clearly written text and sharp pictures that show how doors go together in the real world, the book’s author, Austine Ben takes the enigma out of the job.

Even if you have never tried Door Making before, now is the time to start. Doormaking for Beginners will show you how to use simple tools and wood materials to build your own expensive-looking doors. Step-by-step pictorial projects provided in this book will give you a firm foundation for designing and building wooden doors from scratch.