How to Measure for Proper Gaps on a Fire-rated Door Opening

Wednesday, September 04, 2019

Question: Is there an easy way to measure for proper gaps on a fire-rated door opening?   Answer: YES. There are products available for inspectors, technicians, and installers that are ... Read More »

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Best Type of Metal Door for Painting

Wednesday, August 07, 2019

Question: I need to install a metal door for a customer, who will eventually want to paint the door. Is there a best type of metal door for painting?   ... Read More »

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Wrap Around vs Butt Mount Size Opening Differences

Wednesday, July 17, 2019

  Question: What is the rough opening size differences with Wrap Around Frames vs Butt Mount Frames?   Answer: When you wrap a wall the rough opening is calculated by ... Read More »

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Fire Door with Large Gaps Between Door and Frame

Tuesday, June 25, 2019

  Question: Is there a way to make a fire door with large gaps between the door & frame compliant without replacing the door?   Answer: Yes, there are several ... Read More »

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How Do You Properly Hand a Door?

Monday, March 18, 2019

Question: How do you properly hand a door?   Answer: Doors should always be handed from the secure side or outside of the opening. For example, a typical office or ... Read More »

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Going Over the Door’s Needed Fire Rating

Thursday, January 31, 2019

Question: I have door that comes with a 3 hour fire rating. My opening only calls for a 90 minute. Is it okay going over the door’s needed fire rating ... Read More »

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