How To Cut Garage Door Weatherstrip

Upgraded garage door weatherstripping will keep your garage warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.

How to cut garage door weatherstrip.

Cut the top piece. Nail the top. Mark the length on the short. 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.

The width of the seal so you can hold the other end up and mark it for cutting. In this episode dave mars shows how to better insulate your garage door to help save energy and money. Cut your weatherstripping into segments and tack into place. Cut the foam part of the door weather stripping with a sharp scissors.

The door side flange of the weatherstripping should press against the door to create a good seal. Cut and nail the door jamb weather stripping measure the jamb. 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. Measure and cut the side pieces so they touch the header piece and extend to the garage floor.

With your chosen weatherstripping at the ready proceed to cut three pieces one for the top and two for the sides. 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. It installs with galvanized nails or screws. Close the door and measure the top of the frame from side to side.

Hold each of the side pieces in place and nail them in the same fashion as you nailed the header piece.