Framing a rough opening means adding about 1 2 inch clearance between the top and both sides of the door jams and the framed rough opening.
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The reason for the extra space is to allow room for the door frame and for space to adjust the door.
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And avoid toenailing when possible.
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Door widths vary but an easy way to size the rough opening is to use the door width plus 5 in.
This clearance provides you with a little room to fine tune the door position before securing it in place.
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Framing a door s rough opening.
A typical door opening is 2 inches 5 1 cm wider than the door size being installed to allow for the thickness of the jamb material and shims to plumb the jamb.
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If you don t take the actual door size you will be installing and add 2 inches to the width and two and one half inches to the height this will give you the correct rough openings.
Determine the size of the door opening.
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Maintain a simple consistent nailing pattern.
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Measure the door if you already have it.
Measure your door carefully and cut the opening to fit using a reciprocating saw.