Learn how to install our vinyl thermostop garage door trim.
Installing garage door trim.
Calculate the side length step 3.
Lower a double door by recruiting at least two helpers to help with the weight and place a 2 4 block under the door to prevent smashing a foot or finger when it s lowered.
This will determine how long your trim will need to be.
If you are adding trim to other parts of the door cut those pieces out as well.
Make the cuts step 5.
Lower the door and dismantle it by removing the hardware.
Remove the sections one at a time by disconnecting the rollers and brackets.
Usually the trim is made in wood however it is now available in vinyl as well.
Before after installation vinyl garage door trim remove the old jamb and trim then nail the vinyl jamb to the frame beginning with the top piece.
Step 3 position the weather stripping and trim above the garage.
You will need to measure both the height and the width of the garage door.
Fasten every 12 to 16 in.
Cut the leg moulding step 6.
Use a hack saw to cut the trim to the length you need.
Prepare to install door trim step 2.
How to trim a garage door opening 1.
Vinyl garage door trim acts as a cachet between the garage door jamb and the garage door.
Precut the miters on the top piece of brick mold trim and nail it to the framing every 12 in.
Use an angle gauge to.
Measure for the brick molding the trim that will face the street starting with the top piece.
Collated finishing nails step 1.
Calculate the head length step 4.