Brick molding is a sleek minimalistic style of molding that comes installed on a wide variety of prehung exterior doors.
Storm door without brick molding.
If it does you will need to reposition the handle.
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The frame for most storm doors consists of three separate pieces.
Without knowing all the details about your situation what kind of siding material brick vinyl.
Storm doors come in a variety of styles to suit individual tastes.
Prepare the opening the storm door will attach to the brick molding on the outside of the exterior door opening.
It ll be a tight fit not just for the piston but for the latch and doorknob without that extra thickness.
Here is an article about installing brick molding around doors or windows.
But before installing a new storm door the old one must be removed.
Step 1 position the storm door on the outside of the door frame so it completely covers the door frame.
How to install brick moulding around a door.
Use screws supplied by the door manufacturer to secure the door.
1 lay the door flat on a work surface.
When installing a storm door or combination door be sure the brick mould is firmly attached before installing the combination door.
Use your drill to secure the top most hinge with a screw.
A standard size of brick moulding is 1 1 4 x 2 which if installed correctly will provide enough support to hold a storm door.
Installation is much easier in door frames without brick molding that require only wood screws.
Versatex brick mould is just as easy to cut as wood and if needed it can be shaved easily to fit into a reduced height space.
Brick moulding is available in several materials most commonly is pine primed finger joint but also pvc and vinyl.
One way to improve the look of your home is by replacing the old storm door.
So when you are getting it done choose the right option so that they look stylish and withstand the harsh outdoor elements for years.
Fit the storm door to the opening.
If you like you can use a spirit level to make sure the door is plumb.