Spring Metal Strips - made of bronze, brass or aluminum sold as flat tension strips in rolls to be used between jambs and door surfaces.Ģ. Most weatherstripping is designed for "do it yourself" installation. Weatherstripping A Door Weatherstrips must be made of flexible material in order to seal securely. Remember, look for "tightness" in the unit to prevent the entrance of water, air, dust and insects. Storm doors should have tempered glass and a kickplate at the bottom to prevent damage. Another choice is the installation of a storm door. With an R-value of 3-6, it is the wisest choice for the home owner. The Hollow Metal Insulated Door is the best choice for use in new construction or in remodeling.
This can be done by selecting an efficient door or by making an existing door more efficient with weatherstripping. Since homes have several doors to enter or exit, it is important to look at the efficiency of these doors. Hollow Core Wood Door - consists of a plywood or press board face and a honeycomb wood or paper interior core hollow core wood doors are usually for interior use only. Mineral or cement board (fire resistant or rigid foam board/insulation) is usually added as a core.Ĥ. Hollow Metal Insulated Door - consists of shop fabricated and welded sheet metal. Solid Core Door - consists of a solid lumber core, compressed wood fiber core, or rigid foam board laminated to plywood or metal facing. Panel Door - cosists of wood panels held in place by wood stiles and rails panels can be made from solid wood,Ģ. LESSON/INFORMATION: Doors are subject to wear and tear by people and by weather. OBJECTIVES: The student will be able to identify the types of doors and kinds of weatherstripping available for doors.
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GOAL: To make students aware of the kinds of doors available, their efficiency, and how to make existing doors more energy efficient. Doors - Kinds - Types DOORS - KINDS, TYPES, & HOW TO MAKE ENERGY EFFICIENT
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