Outline
of the
Non-Invasive Installation Procedure:
The non-invasive installation procedure is not difficult
to learn. However, it does require the installer to approach the installation
as a finish process and not a rough installation.
Install
jamb clip to door jambs on hinge side, location
of clips need to be in proximity of door hinges for stability of opening.
If added stability is desired remove center hinge screw and install a
longer screw that will go through the jamb and into the wall stud after
the door is installed in the opening. On the lock strike jamb install
one of the clips within close proximity to the lock strike location. When
installing clips the 90 degree pre-bent side needs to face the hinge side
of the jamb. Install clips on opposing side in approximately the same
level as the hinge side clips.
Install pre-hung door
into opening with the jamb clips installed. Set the door unit into the opening,
using level or plumb line to square the hinge side of the door. Install
drywall screws through prevent side of clips into wall studs. Repeat process
for lock strike side of the door. Tighten the screws so that they recess
into the sheet rock and wall as not to interfere with the casing application.
Go to the other side of the door, bend jamb clips at scored line and install
screws into wall studs. Clips and screws need to be recessed into sheetrock
as on other side.
Measure and mark reveal
for casing application on door jamb.
Measure and cut casing
legs and head using a compound miter saw. Back bevel miter cuts 2 degrees.
Apply adhesive tape
to the backside of casing, approximately 1/8" from the nose of the
casing. This placement of the tape will help create a natural void that
will be filled later with the adhesive caulk.
Remove protective
paper from adhesive tape and install casing to door opening by sticking
the tape to the door jamb and wall. Repeat for the other leg and head. Tape
will hold casing to door unit while the adhesive caulk is applied and drying.
Using a caulking gun
and White Lightning Caulk, caulk the nose and heal edge of casing filling
the void on the nose created by tape application and any voids along the
wall. When dry, the White Lightning Caulk will glue the casing to the door
jamb and wall. This bond is stronger than that of conventional nailing.
Any excess caulk needs to be smoothed out or removed with a clean, wet rag.
Water applied to the rag will allow you to work with the adhesive without
smearing a mess over the door unit.
Repeat steps 3 through
7 and install the casing on the other side of the door unit.
