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Doors. Definitions. Definitions. Definitions. Materials. Profiles. Mullions. To provide separation between multiple doors To allow for a glazed side light. Mullion. Transom. To provide glazed light etc above door. Transom. Thresholds. Rebate for weathering.
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Mullions • To provide separation between multiple doors • To allow for a glazed side light Mullion
Transom • To provide glazed light etc above door Transom
Thresholds Rebate for weathering Must be made from durable timber Other mater materials may be used Such as Marble, granite etc Brass Strip for Weathering
Storm Moulds • Provides weathering strip • Closes cavity • Finishes frame against brickwork • Note it is important that brickwork finishes even around the frame so as the margin is even
Metal Door Frames • Pre primed • When ordering make sure • Assembled or Unassembled • Hinges – welded or screwed • Fully welded or Tacked • This item is important • Position of Striker • What type of Striker • Other Hardware • Deadlock • Door Closer • Patio Bolts etc • Important to specify all • SITE FIXING IS VERY EXPENSIVE
Other Issues • If time allows check out of hinges • It is much easier on a set off saw horses • Usually don’t check out for Door Striker • Prime back of frame if it is an External Door • Prime base of frame if it is in a wet are
Brace to Hinge Side Head at 90⁰ to Hinge Styles 90⁰ use steel square Same distance as head