1/22/2024 0 Comments Outside door sweep![]() The door grooves are highlighted by the red lines: Checking the Weatherstrip Fit with the Door The new weatherstrip is checked for the correct length with the door bottom. Measured the length of bottom door grove and trim the barbed ribs to fit the door as shown: Trimming the Barbed Ribs to Fit a 32 inch Door It was necessary to cut 2 inches off both ends (4 inches total) because the barbed ribs are set back from the ends to fit a 36 inch door. My door is 32 inches but the new weatherstrip is 36 inches long. Remove the Worn Out Weatherstrip Install the New Door Bottom Weatherstrip I put a coat of oil-based wood preservative on the exposed wood as a waterproofing agent. To remove the old weatherstrip, just pull it off as shown. The weatherstrip is attached by barbed ribs that snap into grooves (or kerfs) in the door bottom. Frost King – UDS36 Replacement Door Bottom Weatherstrip Remove the Old Door Bottom Weatherstrip ![]() doorsweep) that fits my door is a Frost King part # UDS36. The replacement door bottom weatherstrip (a.k.a. I took a photo of the worn-out weatherstrip with my iPhone (like the above photo) to compare and match the part when shopping for a replacement at the hardware store. My door is 32 inches long and 1-3/4 inches wide. Measure the length and width of the door. Be careful – my metal and glass door was heavy, weighing at least 50lbs. I laid the door on its side edgewise to inspect the bottom weatherstrip (see above photo). With a helper holding the door, I began by removing the door from the hinges by driving out the hinge pins with a screw driver and hammer. ![]() How to Replace a Worn Out Door Bottom Weatherstrip Worn Out Door Weatherstrip Remove the Exterior Door The new part cost about $9.00 from Home Depot and the repair was performed in about 10 minutes. The weatherstrip needs to be snug against the door threshold for a good seal and it wears out over time when the door is opened and closed. ![]() I noticed the problem when wind driven rainwater leaked under the door. The bottom weatherstrip (or door sweep) on the exterior door was worn out after 8+ years of daily use. ![]()
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