Installing a solid wood door enhances the look of your home and helps with soundproofing.
Step 6: Screw in the hinge plates Once the mortises have been cut, use the hinge leaf as a guide to drill pilot holes for the hinge screws. Set the screws in place. Use the hinge leaf as a guide to drill pilot holes for the hinge screws.
Use safety precautions when using a wood chisel. Always wear safety goggles. Hold the material to be chiseled firmly in a vice or hold. Chisel away from you and keep chisel edges sharp.