Installation Guide

ManualsBrandsVINT NYC ManualsDoors & Windows36 in. x 80 in. Grey Oak V2 Finished with Metal Stripes Solid Core Composite Interior Door Slab

Installation of new door slab on

existing frame

The following instruction will be helpful for everyone decided to install the door slab on existing frame.

Please allow enough time for proper installation and measure the jamb, install the slab, and ensure its

proper operation.

Tools and materials recommended for installation process

• Safety glasses

• Screwdrivers

• Pencil

• Chisel or router

• Drill with bits and hole saws

• Tape measure

• Hammer

• Speedsquare or

framing square

• Your old door

Installation:

Step 1

Open a package and inspect your door on visual damages or scratches. If there are any damages

please do not install the door and contact the supplier.

Step 2

Make sure that the door properly fits the jamb. Depending on the flooring, make sure that there is

at least 1/4 of an inch clearance between door and floor. It is not recommended to cut/trim the

door.

Summary of content (4 pages)

PAGE 1
Installation of new door slab on existing frame The following instruction will be helpful for everyone decided to install the door slab on existing frame. Please allow enough time for proper installation and measure the jamb, install the slab, and ensure its proper operation.
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Installation (continue): Step 3 A) Align your old door slab with the new one as it is shown on the picture below then using a speed square or framing square transit the exact shape of the hinge to make a cut on the new slab. Make sure the shapes will be transited with exactly same pattern. B) Once the shapes are transferred, you’ll need to mark the exact location of how far the hinge will rest on the edge of the new door.
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Lock bore preparation* * you can use your old door to transfer the shapes and sizes for bore and backset within the hinges preparation section or, follow the guide below: 1) Measure 36” from the bottom of the door and put the mark with pencil. 2) Using a square (speed square), measure 2-3/8” from the edge of the door and put the mark according to 36” height mark with a pencil for lock bore backset pilot hole. Always check the lock’s manufacturer instruction. Dimensions for lock bore backset can vary.
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5) Bore the doorknob hole through the face of door using a 2 1/8-inch hole saw; drill halfway through from each side. 6) Set latch into hole and mark its outline on the door’s edge: 7) Use hammer and chisel to cut a shallow mortise for the latch: 8) Wipe the dust with clean cloth. After this step, follow your lockset manufacturer’s installation instruction to finish installation of your new lockset.