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Hanging a heavy replacement door - advice please
Posted on 12/23/23 at 8:47 pm
Posted on 12/23/23 at 8:47 pm
Evening,
I have a builder grade 32x79" hollow core door that I have purchased a replacement for. The replacement is an antique oak door with a large window. It is definitely heavier. A neighbor suggested I replace the door frame. Is this necessary? Could I ditch the 1/2" screws and use 2-3" screws into the door frame instead?
Thanks yall.
I have a builder grade 32x79" hollow core door that I have purchased a replacement for. The replacement is an antique oak door with a large window. It is definitely heavier. A neighbor suggested I replace the door frame. Is this necessary? Could I ditch the 1/2" screws and use 2-3" screws into the door frame instead?
Thanks yall.
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Posted on 12/23/23 at 8:58 pm to tadman
The existing jamb is probably sufficient, if it’s not a split-jamb. Is this an exterior door, or is it for a pantry or something?
Yes, I would use a couple of 3” screws in every hinge, to be able to reach the jack stud behind the jamb. Should be fine.
Yes, I would use a couple of 3” screws in every hinge, to be able to reach the jack stud behind the jamb. Should be fine.
Posted on 12/24/23 at 7:04 am to tadman
The only thing you may need is another hinge or two.
Posted on 12/24/23 at 7:52 am to tadman
you may have to replace the frame anyway depending on hinge location on the new door vs the old one
Posted on 12/24/23 at 10:07 pm to tadman
If the door frame is butted up against a stud, you'll be fine. If not, I'd pull the trim off the hinge side and add a board planed to tightly fit between the frame and stud as a reinforcement. Use 3 1/2 torx screws too.
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