Fitting a reclaimed wood door

Question

Can a reclaimed wood door be fitted into an existing wooden frame or is it better to get a new frame fitted? Both are a standard size.

Timothy · Accepted Answer

It should be possible if it’s the same size as the frame or within 3 mm

Martin · Answer

Of course it can be fitted just needs to be trimmed to size just make sure that the hinging edge is secure & rot free

Richard · Answer

This depends on the type of reclaimed door.
If it is a nice stained glass door then you might want to do all your adjustments to the fram including if necessary replacing it. 
But if they are both standard sizes and the thickness of the door will fit the rebate in the frame then you do not have a problem as I see it.

Paul · Answer

You can fit the door to existing frame s long as the frame ain't to big

Leigh · Answer

If the frame is sound then leave it, a renewed frame would be the same size as the existing frame

John · Answer

Hi the door should be fine if door is not to big thanks John

Derek · Answer

As long as there is fitting room on the reclaimed door to fit to the existing frame there should not be a problem.

Mohamed · Answer

Yes it can be done if the existing architrave can accommodate the door. EG, they are same thickness. It would need lining up and hinged up correctly. Maybe some minor adjustments. Hope this helps

Rafael · Answer

It depends on the thickness of the door; would have to line up flush to the existing frame. Also, if there are existing hinges, they would need to align as with the previous door - or new resses for the frame would need created and of course, flush/hide the previous ones. All this can be done by a good carpenter.

In terms of width & height, providing the door is standard size, it may still need to be trimmed - which is very doable with the right tools. Of course you can take extra wood; but can't really add in this case; so if the door is shorter than required, then not a lot you can do.

Christopher · Answer

Yes you can use a reclaimed  door it's no problem  just depending on the look of the door compered  to a new door

Fitting a reclaimed wood door

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