Add Moulding To Flat Door

Cut plywood strips to pre determined lengths.

Add moulding to flat door.

For less than 20 we gave our flat door a whole new look. Measure and mark a template for the trim moulding on the door using a pencil. Instructions clean the door with multi purpose cleaner. Leave 3 to 5 inches of space between the molding and the edge of the door and.

Measure and mark one or more rectangles on the door with a combination square and pencil to mark the molding position. Draw lines 5 in from the top and two sides of your. Another reason we liked adding moulding to the flat door more is that it was cheaper than purchasing a new door. Prime and paint the molding and allow it to dry completely.

Start with the top piece. Use a chop saw to cut your trim pieces and then glue them on with liquid nails. Use wood glue and a nail gun to attach the molding to the door. Use speed square level and a pencil to mark lines where your molding will go.

The old flat door had settled with the house but the new door had to be adjusted to fit the uneven doorway and it still isn t quite right. See notes below for more. Determine the size and scale of the molding. Instructions determine lengths of plywood needed.

2 start cutting wooden trim cutting it at 45 degree angle and do it untill you have all the pieces at the ready. Make sure the ends fit together snugly. Remove existing knobs from doors. Miter cut the molding to size.

1 first decide where on your door you want mopulding to be in measure and mark the area making sure all your lines who will be used as a guide be straight. Sketch out the measurements and trim pieces for your door depending on size.