Looking at a fixer-upper and the previous owners (foreclosure) tore it up.
Is it possible to fix these large (0.5" and less) gaps on both sides of two doorways?
2007-01-10 13:21:06 · 5 answers · asked by amanda 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I would think you would insulate then cover with plastic and frame it in with wood.
2007-01-10 13:33:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure depending on which side, but at the apartment I used to live at, I filled the gaps on the bottom with a liner...I can't remember the name, but it's like vinyl filled with foam. You can find it on a lot of doorways.
2007-01-10 13:28:50 · answer #2 · answered by Captain Oblivious 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Squeeze as much insulation in the cracks as you can.
Then caulk it as neatly as you can.
If this leaves it a little messy put a small trim piece around the frame.
2007-01-10 13:27:59 · answer #3 · answered by Floyd B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure, you can use wood puddy (find the outdoor type if that is where the door is), or caulk. Most of which you can sand when it dries, then paint to match.
2007-01-10 13:24:44 · answer #4 · answered by jman1542 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Weather stripping might do the job...
2007-01-10 13:23:50 · answer #5 · answered by hefnergang 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋