If a door frame is rotten or damaged then it's a good idea to replace it. ... If you are completely renovating a room, you can replace the door frame first, then plaster and paint, to ensure a nice, smooth, clean, and professional finish.Sep 25, 2015
Can you just replace a door frame?
If your door frame is damaged, the best thing to do is to replace it with a pre-hung door, which comes inside a pre-built frame. ... The process is the same for both interior and exterior doors, so no matter where your door is located, you can install a sturdy replacement in a few hours using basic tools.