How To Cut Garage Door Weatherstrip

The width of the seal so you can hold the other end up and mark it for cutting.

How to cut garage door weatherstrip.

Cut your weatherstripping into segments and tack into place. New weatherstripping comes in rolls and you can easily cut it to length with a utility knife. Square cut the pvc do not miter and use the utility knife to cut the vinyl flap the same length as the pvc portion of the weather seal. The door side flange of the weatherstripping should press against the door to create a good seal.

Nail the top. In this episode dave mars shows how to better insulate your garage door to help save energy and money. Trim the soft weather stripping at the top of the side pieces at about a 45 degree angle so the top and side pieces overlap nicely. With your chosen weatherstripping at the ready proceed to cut three pieces one for the top and two for the sides.

Cut and nail the door jamb weather stripping measure the jamb. It installs with galvanized nails or screws. Upgraded garage door weatherstripping will keep your garage warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. The seal is a bit cumbersome when it comes to the top piece so take your time and be sure to get it cut to a nice tight fit.

Then cut the wood flange with. Cut the foam part of the door weather stripping with a sharp scissors. You ll start by removing the old garage door weatherstripping then measuring cutting and installing the new pieces. Mark the length on the short.

Measure and cut the side pieces so they touch the header piece and extend to the garage floor.