New composite front door, but opening too narrow

labrador85

Hi

We are about to order and fit a new composite front door to replace our wooden one, but each composite door supplier is telling us that only a limited number of door styles are available to us (all of which styles being not very attractive) due to the actual space for the door being very narrow (80.5cm including frame).

My question is - is it okay to cut into the brick work and set the frame itself into it by, say, 1-2cm, which would then make more space for us to then be able to accomodate for the size of one of the more attractive composite doors?

Thanks in advance!

FreeBear

labrador85 wrote: »

My question is - is it okay to cut into the brick work and set the frame itself into it by, say, 1-2cm, which would then make more space for us to then be able to accomodate for the size of one of the more attractive composite doors?

Had a similar issue myself when installing a high security steel door. My opening was 10mm too small, so I had to cut the bricks.

If/when you do the same, make sure that there is plenty of brick left to support the lintel above the door - This might mean having to trim an equal amount off each side. Ideally, the lintel needs to be supported by at least 150mm of brickwork on each side. Assuming this is a double skin cavity wall, you will need to give some thought to cavity closure and any internal/external trim that may be required.

Be warned - It is a messy, dusty job, and you'll need a 7" angle grinder & diamond blade as a minimum.

labrador85

FreeBear wrote: »

Had a similar issue myself when installing a high security steel door. My opening was 10mm too small, so I had to cut the bricks.

If/when you do the same, make sure that there is plenty of brick left to support the lintel above the door - This might mean having to trim an equal amount off each side. Ideally, the lintel needs to be supported by at least 150mm of brickwork on each side. Assuming this is a double skin cavity wall, you will need to give some thought to cavity closure and any internal/external trim that may be required.

Be warned - It is a messy, dusty job, and you'll need a 7" angle grinder & diamond blade as a minimum.

Thanks so much FreeBear, this helps me loads! I'm glad to know it can be done.