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Replacing odd size door

Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2012 12:30 pm
by JeepsOLot
I have a 32"x79" side door that goes into the kitchen. I can't seem to find anyone that has that size door. If I can't find that size, I would like a wider door, how much of a PITA is it to enlarge the door frame area? Thanks!

Jerry

Re: Replacing odd size door

Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2012 3:45 pm
by bobfather99
Two ways to go here, either buy a "standard" size door and cut it to fit, or expand the rough opening to fit a standard size door. Either will require a little bit of work. If it were my home, I would expand the rough opening to fit a standard door. When its taken apart I also like to beef up the wall for added security. I like to add some support for the deadbolt/lock and the hinges.

Re: Replacing odd size door

Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2012 5:47 pm
by Greg
If you have the head room to squeeze in a full size door I would go that route, that way it is done and if the door has to be replaced at a later date it will be an easy(er) job.

If you do not have the head room, check the Articles section of the site for cutting a door down.

Greg

Re: Replacing odd size door

Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2012 6:31 pm
by JeepsOLot
Thanks, guys, I appreciate it!

Jerry

Re: Replacing odd size door

Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2012 11:30 pm
by Mobile68
I've replaced every door in my MH with standard sizes, which of course meant widening the openings. Do yourself a favour and go with pre-hung, as comparatively, non-pre hung are a PITA.

Re: Replacing odd size door

Posted: Tue Jan 31, 2012 6:51 pm
by JeepsOLot
^^^ I plan to!! Pre-hung FTW!!