Replace Exterior Garage Door Trim

The garage door trim is as functional as it is decorative.

Replace exterior garage door trim.

White aluminum clad garage door frame with crownline casing model ulba080759wh 246 44 246 44. Find window door trim at lowe s today. Common jamb widths for stock doors are 4 9 16 in. Exterior door casings that are exposed to the elements often rot at the bottom due to the absorption of rainwater through the wood s end grain.

If you choose to install a front door made of steel you will need a helper. Unlike windows and doors with eaves to protect them from a certain amount of water garage doors are fully exposed to the weather. And 6 9 16 in and they usually include two inch wide brick molding for exterior trim. Frontline pro series 5 1 2 in.

A common place for wood rot to be found is on the lower part of a garage door trim jamb this repair seems intimidating but it is actually a very easy repair. Garage door trim is notorious for water penetration. Set your store to see local availability. If you notice rain or drafts entering the garage that is a sign that the garage door trim has to be replaced.

Installing an exterior door that is insulated and made of steel can be heavy and cumbersome due to the weight of the materials. Most home centers stock prehung exterior doors in a limited number of styles. Measure both the door and rough opening to make sure the door is the right size. Window trim door frame ornamental mouldings moulding peel stick moulding garage door tr 1 5 cap bone.

Learn how to install our vinyl thermostop garage door trim. Apply wood preservative to the end grain of the casing. Garage door trim can over time become worn or loose and will have to eventually be replaced.