How To Install A Steel Door Frame In Masonry Construction

This manual will walk you through the three steps of the n installation process for a steel door frame in masonry construction.

How to install a steel door frame in masonry construction. To replace a steel frame in a masonry wall special anchors are used to fasten the frame to the surrounding brick or block. Adjust the threshold for a tight seal as long as it is adjustable as directed by the manufacturer. Click the video above to see how the steel door institute sdi demonstrates how to install a steel door frame into masonry construction. How to install a hollow metal door frame in an existing masonry wall 1.

Fill all nail holes with caulk and insulate with weather stripping where applicable. Brace the frame using 2 by 4s or a door jack system designed to support a steel frame. This is at least a 2 day process. Kuiken brothers stocks and supplies a full line of quality custom and standard hollow metal doors and frames for new and retrofit construction projects in the commercial educational and healthcare markets throughout new jersey and new york.

Because of their strength and durability steel door frames are often used in masonry walls in place of traditional wooden frames. Select the right materials for your project. This bracing is used to hold the frame in place as masonry is installed on either side. Check the sides of the opening to ensure they are plumb.

Metal frames are typically installed before the brick or block is erected. Set the frame plumb level and square. Locate the frame at the door opening location. Finish the door as directed by the manufacturer.

Apply paintable caulk and insulate around the entire door frame. Install one 12 inches from the bottom of the frame one in the middle and one 12 inches from the top of the frame. Add spreader bars to support the jambs until the door can be installed. In many retrofit applications however it is necessary to remove and replace existing frames in walls that are already in place.

Install three door clips on each of the legs. Check the hardware schedule. Measure the outside of the frame. Measure the opening to verify it is the correct size.

Mark plumb lines on the face of the sides of the rough opening. Verify that the frame numbers match those of the opening location. Contract your distributor if information.