A screen door isn’t much use if it’s constantly open! Putting in a door closer only takes minutes and will help keep your home bug-free. Plus, no more slamming – that’s definitely going to keep everyone happy! These closers cost less then $30, so you’ll be pretty chuffed too.
Gather your supplies
You’ll also need
Drill; drill bit for pilot hole
Here’s how
STEP 1 Place jamb bracket of door closer on hinge side at top of door jamb.
FOR YOU TO NOTE Check product specifications for correct positioning. Screw bracket to door jamb.
STEP 2 To position door bracket on door, attach it to body of closer, place rod of closer in jamb bracket and, with door closed, hold it against door. Mark position of holes in door bracket on door.
STEP 3 At hole positions on door, drill pilot holes for screws. Attach door bracket to door.
STEP 4 Swing door a few times to see how it closes. If necessary, adjust closing speed of door (methods vary between models).
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