Garage Door And Frame. The technique of building a garage door frame is straightforward, and a finished frame can be completed in an hour. Garage Door Frames are designed to match the profile and finish details of our exterior door clad frames.
The first thing to consider before you set out to prepare your garage door frame is that a garage door is (or at least should be) a one-time investment that can either enhance or damage the aesthetic appeal of your building. There is no standard garage door size; however, a single garage door at eight to nine feet wide and seven to eight feet high is a common measurement for many homes. When the door closes, the flap on the stop molding presses against the door to provide a tight seal around the sides and top of the garage door.
The door width is selected above.
Commercial, Industrial and Agricultural Garage Doors.
Garage Tips: It is a good idea to snap-a-line on the foundation with a chalk-string as to where the outer face of the garage wall framing will sit. The opening must be finished framed before a garage door can be installed. A garage door frame is composed of many parts, all working together to keep your garage door secure and running smoothly.