Assessment and Planning: This phase involves assessing the site where the automatic door will be installed. Factors such as the type of building, foot traffic, security requirements, and aesthetic ...

Dear James: Our swinging doors use a lot of wall space when open. Our house is small, so we want to install sliding or folding doors. Which design is better and how are they installed? - Marcia L.

We just discovered the SmartSlydr automatic sliding door opener, and we can’t order one fast enough. Tired of letting the dogs in and out and in again? Want your doors to magically open for you (maybe ...

If you have dogs, young children, or irresponsible adults that know how to open a sliding door but not close it, this brilliant, $3.50 DIY is for you. Hook up a bottle of water or sand to a small ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Q: It’s high time I install an automatic garage door opener. I have a two-car garage with a metal door in hinged sections. How do I get started? A: For your door, I recommend buying a ...

Hinged doors take up a lot of of wall space when open. Since they are normally in the fully opened or closed position, it may not be apparent how much open space they actually require as they swing ...