make sure you’re measuring to the subfloor
Pry the
interior trim free. Then chip away drywall to expose framing and measure the
rough opening width (distance between studs) and height (floor to beam). Then
select a new door that fits that rough opening. Before you news run off to buy your
slider, pull off the interior trim around the old door and measure the “rough
opening” for width and height. (If you want to reuse the old trim on the new
door, pull the nails through the unfinished side.) Make sure you measure to the
framing right next to the old doorjamb. You may have
find to cut away overhanging
drywall to get at it (Photo 1). To check the height, make sure you’re measuring
to the subfloor, that is, the wood or concrete that the doorsill actually rests
on and not a secondary layer of particleboard or plywood (underlayment).
Buying a Patio Door
Sliders
are built from a variety of materials including aluminum, wood, and vinyl.
Low-maintenance selections include either vinyl or
house aluminum exterior cladding
over wood core, solid vinyl, and all-aluminum. If you want a slider that
matches existing windows, consider buying the same brand. Check markings on
existing window hardware to find out which brand you have.
Looking
at the door from the outside, the operable panel determines whether it’s a
right- or left-handed unit. Don’t be afraid to switch the way your original
door opened if changing it makes access easier or furniture arrangements
better. But be aware that heating vents work better in front of the stationary
panel. They don’t stand up well to foot traffic.
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