Drilled And Dimpled Door Frame

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Drilled and dimpled door frame.

Bosch clic change 3 piece self centering drill bit assortment cc2430 4 7 out of 5 stars 1 389. Determine the placement of the frame within the width of the wall per the job specification. It will need to be punch and dimpled. A standard metal frame has a 2 inch header but many masonry frames have 4 inch headers to allow them to match the masonry coursings.

You just drill your hole screw the two parts of the dimpler together through the hole and then tighten by hand with two wrenches for a perfect dimple. In this video we will demonstrate how to install punch and dimple frames in masonry openings. If installing a knock down frame assemble the frame per the manufacturer s instructions. The base anchors have holes pre drilled so you can fasten the frame to the floor.

Must grease with lithium grease every 3 4 uses for optimum performance. Ensure the rough opening has the proper dimensions per the manufacturer s installation instructions. Request that the frame manufacturer include existing wall anchors ewa with the frame. Locate the correct frame by matching the opening number to the number on the frame.

If you are installing a welded frame remove the shipping spreader bar. There is either 3 or 4 holes per jamb 3 8 diameter punched and countersunk in the jambs and either 4 or 5 5 is the standard redhead sleeve anchors supplied. It may be centered or offset to one side of the opening. This is a standard option offered by most steel frame distributors and may also be referred to as punch and dimple preps.