What are the details to pay attention to when installing solid wood doors?

Let's talk about installing wooden doors. It may seem like a tough job, but if you don't pay close attention to the key areas, the sound insulation is poor, the door frame is crooked, and there is air leakage in the door seams. You can keep up with the bad news for several years.

Many friends around me are worried after installing the door. They knew they should pay more attention to these details and understand them. Not to mention how high-end the door is, it will last for at least ten or eight years without any problems, and they should not worry too much.

1. Measurement: The size measurement is incorrect, and the door cannot be installed

The first step in installing the door is to measure the size, which is particularly important. Don't think that the master can directly measure it as soon as he arrives. You need to first check whether the wall is flat or not.

If the wall is skewed or the plaster layer is not completely dry, measure the size. When the door is ready, either it cannot be installed, or a large gap is left between the door frame and the wall after installation, causing air leakage and dust ingress.

Netizens @ small Taro cake:

We just don't understand. Who can tell me if it's normal for the width between the door frame and the wall to be at least 3 centimeters? Can this provide sound insulation? Did you measure me the wrong size and then try to use foam glue and install a door cover to deceive me?

So when measuring, be sure to keep an eye on the master's leveling of the wall surface, the clear height and width of the door opening, especially the wall thickness, which needs to be measured on both sides. Don't let the size be wrong and affect the installation.

2. Door opening treatment: The foundation was not done properly, and the door suffered as a result

After measuring the size, if there are cracks or hollows in the door opening, or if the garbage inside is not cleaned up, simply install the door. Over time, the door frame may deform along with the cracks, and the door hinges may also become loose.

Netizen @ murmured to himself:

I renovated my house 2 years ago and found that the door frames were moldy and deformed during this time. I wanted to dismantle and renovate them, which shocked me. At that time, there were so many potholes that I just glued the door frames. I was too lazy to even level the cement. The renovation pit was too big, and in the end, I had to find a way to fill it myself.

I advise everyone to have the master clean the door opening before installing the door frame, check if there are cracks or hollows on the wall, and if there are any, repair them first to keep the door opening flat and solid, so that the door can be installed stably.

3. Hinges: If the quantity is not enough, the door will eventually hang down

Hinges are key components that support wooden doors, but many people only focus on the style and color of the door when installing it, neglecting the quantity and quality of hinges.

Generally speaking, a standard sized wooden door requires at least 3 hinges, and if the door is heavy, the number of hinges needs to be increased.

Netizen @ Mingxin:

At the beginning of the renovation, I didn't understand. In order to save time, the wooden door merchant only installed 2 hinges. However, after more than a year of use, the door began to sag and would rub against the ground when opened and closed. The floor was covered with flowers, which was the biggest pit in the renovation!

By the way, I would like to remind everyone that the quality of hinges is also very important. You should choose thick and strong load-bearing materials, preferably stainless steel or copper, which are not easy to rust.

And when installing hinges, the screws should be tightened and not loose, otherwise over time, the hinges may shift and affect the use of the door.

4. Sealing glue: not applied properly, sound insulation and moisture resistance are all in vain

The door is installed, and the gap between the door frame and the wall should be filled with sealant, not only for aesthetics, but more importantly, for sound insulation and moisture resistance.

Some masters, in order to apply sealant quickly, simply apply it twice, but the gaps are not filled and the sealant is not smooth.

Over time, a lot of dust will accumulate in the gaps, and if moisture enters, the door frame will become damp, rot, and even crack.

Be sure to have the master clean the gaps thoroughly, then evenly apply sealant to fill the gaps completely. Wait for the sealant to dry completely before removing any excess.

5. Screw: Incorrect selection, door frame shaking

When fixing hinges to door frames, the selection and installation of screws are also crucial. The length and diameter of screws should be selected according to the material of the door frame and the condition of the wall.

If the wall is made of hollow bricks or lightweight bricks, it is necessary to use extended screws or specialized fasteners, otherwise the screws cannot be firmly fixed and the door frame is prone to shaking.