When applying siding, brick veneer or other exterior finish material, leave adequate
space between the door frame and the material for sealant. Refer to the illustration that
corresponds to your finish material.
Note: The sealant details shown are standard recommendations from the sealant industry.
Contact your sealant supplier for recommendations and instructions for these and any
other applications.
Caution: Ensure use of low pressure polyurethane window
and door insulating foams and strictly follow the foam
manufacturer’s recommendations for application. Use of
high pressure foams or improper application of the foam
may cause the door frame to bow and hinder operation.
A. Apply insulating foam sealant. From the interior, insert
the nozzle of the applicator approximately 1" deep into
the space between the door and the rough opening and
apply a 1" deep bead of foam. This will allow room
for expansion of the foam and will minimize squeeze
out. If using insulating foam other than Great Stuff
™
Window and Door Insulation Foam by the Dow Chemical
Company, allow the foam to cure completely (usually 8 to 24 hours)
before proceeding to the next step.
Note: DO NOT completely fill the space from the back of the fin to the interior face of the
opening.
B. Check the door operation by opening and closing the door.
Note: If the door does not operate correctly, check to make sure it is still plumb, level,
square and that the sides are not bowed. If adjustments are required, remove the foam
with a serrated knife. Adjust the shims, and reapply the insulating foam sealant.
4
INTERIOR SEAL
5
SEALING THE DOOR TO THE EXTERIOR WALL CLADDING
Interior
4A
VINYL/STEEL
SIDING
3/8" Clearance
Backer Rod and
Sealant typical
Insulating
Foam
Perimeter Sealant
must extend to room
side of Accessory
Groove.
Accessory Groove
3/8"
Min.
3/8"
WOOD
SIDING
1/8" Clearance
Sealant typical
Insulating
Foam
Accessory
Groove
1/8"
WOOD SIDING
WITH TRIM
3/8" Clearance
Insulating
Foam
Perimeter Sealant
must extend to
room side of
Accessory
Groove.
Accessory Groove
Sealant typical
3/8"
Min.
3/8"
3/8"
Min.
3/8"
BRICK VENEER
3/8" Clearance
Backer Rod and
Sealant typical
Perimeter Sealant
must extend to room
side of Accessory
Groove.
Accessory Groove
Insulating
Foam
