Sep 25, 2025 · The doors and windows in your home often leak air, even when closed. You can apply a DIY weatherstripping door seal strip to stop leaks and aid with climate control.

Sep 7, 2023 · Weatherproofing your front door helps to keep your household more comfortable. It can even help lower energy bills. Follow this guide to learn how to weatherproof your front …

Oct 9, 2025 · Weatherstripping is a simple, effective way to seal gaps around doors and windows, keeping indoor air in and outdoor air out. Whether you’re trying to stay warm in winter or cool …

Apr 17, 2025 · Stop drafts and energy loss by sealing the gaps around your home's exterior doors. Expert step-by-step advice for installing door weatherstripping, door sweeps and door …

Aug 27, 2024 · Tom Silva walks through how to install weatherstripping to prevent air leaks. Weatherstripping, or attaching seals around an entry door to fill in the gaps, is essential to …

Learn how to seal under the door and weatherstrip the jambs. Door shoes are usually sized for the 13⁄4-in. thickness of the exterior door. The shoe is cut back about 1⁄2 in. from both sides of …

Jul 24, 2024 · Weatherstripping helps improve your home's energy efficiency by sealing gaps around doors. There are several types of weatherstripping materials, including foam tape, …

Compression weatherstripping, made of foam or rubber, is a common and highly effective choice for sealing the sides and top of the door. V-strips or tension seals are also popular because …

Oct 9, 2024 · Weatherstripping for doors acts as a barrier for drafts, dust, and debris, moisture, and pests. A properly sealed door helps stabilize indoor temperatures. On the flip side, a door …

Jun 20, 2024 · Besides being unpleasant, door drafts force your heating system to work harder (and consume more energy) to keep your home at a consistently comfortable temperature. …