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Install a strike plate
After marking the plate opening, I drill a couple of overlapping holes then temporarily put the plate back in place. I double check to make sure the latch catches well and then mark around the plate with a sharp chisel. Making shallow cuts straight into the jamb help control the depth of cut when I chisel the striker plate out. As long as I take my time the fit is usually pretty close to perfect.
Gary Striegler
Gary began working with his father as a trim carpenter in 1972 at the age of 14. As the president of Craftsman Builders, Gary is still a hands-on builder. About half of his time is still spent on the job site creating the high end interiors that have become his trademark. He is a frequent contributor to Fine Home Building Magazine and The Journal of Light Construction. Gary also enjoys teaching on subjects relating to home building. He has made presentations for The Woodworking Show, JLC Live Shows, Woodmaster Tools, Kreg Tools, DEWALT Tools, Grex Tools, and White River. Gary also teaches classes at the Marc Adams School of Woodworking.
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