Close the door and measure the top of the frame from side to side.
How to cut garage door weatherstrip.
It installs with galvanized nails or screws.
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Measure and cut the side pieces so they touch the header piece and extend to the garage floor.
Nail the top.
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 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.
Mark the length on the short.
Cut and nail the door jamb weather stripping measure the jamb.
Cut your weatherstripping into segments and tack into place.
The door side flange of the weatherstripping should press against the door to create a good seal.
Upgraded garage door weatherstripping will keep your garage warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.
Hold each of the side pieces in place and nail them in the same fashion as you nailed the header piece.
With your chosen weatherstripping at the ready proceed to cut three pieces one for the top and two for the sides.
Cut the top piece.
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.
Cut the foam part of the door weather stripping with a sharp scissors.
Then cut the wood flange with.