{"id":2266,"date":"2024-04-12T09:15:58","date_gmt":"2024-04-12T08:15:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/?p=2266"},"modified":"2024-04-12T11:15:56","modified_gmt":"2024-04-12T10:15:56","slug":"fit-and-function-which-internal-doors-can-be-trimmed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/fit-and-function-which-internal-doors-can-be-trimmed\/","title":{"rendered":"Fit and Function: Which Internal Doors Can Be Trimmed?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Not every doorway is created equal, and sometimes that brand new door you just bought needs a little adjustment to fit properly. The good news? Most interior doors in the UK can be trimmed to size, allowing you to achieve the ideal fit without the hassle of returning the door or altering the doorway itself. In this guide, learn which internal doors can be trimmed, how to trim interior doors with confidence and achieve the perfect fit, first time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to TRIM A DOOR for a new carpet\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Dc8iu1rRi5M?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Doors Need to Be Trimmed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Ideally, your doors will fit perfectly; opening and closing smoothly with no adjustments needed. However, trimming allows you to fine-tune the door for a smooth and even clearance within the frame. Ideal if your doorway is a quirky size or if you&#8217;ve ordered the wrong sized door by mistake. You may also need to trim interior doors if you&#8217;re installing a chunky carpet or thick laminate flooring, otherwise your door will get stuck when you try to open or close it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Watch: What is the best way to trim down a door?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Trim A Door\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sum_CoW4Iqw?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Reasons to Trim Interior Doors <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Imperfect Fits<\/strong><br>Even though doors and doorways are made to standard sizes, slight variations can occur. This could be due to manufacturing tolerances, imperfections in the doorway itself, or settling of the house over time. In this situation, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/made-to-measure-doors\">made to measure interior doors<\/a> could be a simple solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>New Flooring<\/strong><br>If you&#8217;re installing new flooring or carpet that&#8217;s thicker than your previous one, the door might scrape against it. Trimming the bottom of the door slightly creates the necessary clearance for the new floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Custom Doorways<\/strong><br>If you have a non-standard doorway size or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thespruce.com\/how-to-install-door-trim-with-uneven-walls-5081317\">uneven walls<\/a>, you might need to trim a standard-sized door to fit the opening properly. You can also match decorative <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thespruce.com\/types-of-trim-used-in-homes-1822792\">door trim<\/a> to your interior design, so you may want trim doors to achieve a professional looking result. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Improper Purchase<\/strong><br>Let&#8217;s face it, mistakes happen. Especially when you buy interior doors online without checking the product description in detail. Maybe you measured your door frame wrong or even bought the wrong door entirely. Trimming can sometimes salvage the situation if the difference isn&#8217;t too significant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085025.982.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085025.982-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2273\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085025.982-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085025.982-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085025.982-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085025.982-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085025.982-2048x1152.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Internal Door Trimming: Why it Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Smooth Operation<\/strong><br>A properly trimmed door opens and closes effortlessly without scraping or sticking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Preserved Aesthetics<\/strong><br>A door that fits well within the frame looks polished and finished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Functionality<\/strong><br>The door can perform its job of providing privacy and separating spaces effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Cut Down Doors (Shorten Door Height)\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8Gw7PDE2Zu4?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Door Trimming Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Know your limit<\/strong><br>What is the trimming allowance for doors in the UK? Well, most manufacturers recommend trimming a maximum of 5mm off each side of the door. Some, like LPD doors, may only allow 3mm. Exceeding these limits can compromise the structural integrity of the door and void your warranty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Solid vs. Hollow Core<\/strong><br>Solid core doors can generally withstand slightly more trimming than hollow core doors. However, it&#8217;s always best to consult the manufacturer&#8217;s instructions for specifics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mind the Core<\/strong><br>When trimming hollow core doors, be mindful of the internal structure. You don&#8217;t want to cut so much that you damage the core, affecting the door&#8217;s stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Understand the latest interior door trends and the&nbsp;learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/solid-wood-interior-doors-solid-core-doors-hollow-core-doors\/\">different types of designs available<\/a> (solid wood, solid core and hollow core) so that you pick the right one for your project.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085110.909.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085110.909-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2272\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085110.909-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085110.909-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085110.909-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085110.909-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T085110.909-2048x1152.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buy Interior Doors That Can Be Trimmed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Many UK door suppliers offer doors specifically designed to be trimmed. Look for keywords like &#8220;trimming allowance&#8221; or &#8220;suitable for trimming up to X mm&#8221; in the product description. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">But remember, while trimming offers a solution for slightly off-sized doorways, it&#8217;s always recommended to double-check measurements before purchasing a door. Consulting a professional for installation, especially if extensive trimming is required, is also a wise decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Can you trim doors yourself? If you&#8217;ve watched door trimming tutorials and feel ready, then why not? But you may want to ask a professional for help. Discover <a href=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-find-a-joiner-to-fit-doors\/\">how to find a joiner<\/a> using our tips.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T091410.184.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"2287\" src=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T091410.184-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T091410.184-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T091410.184-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T091410.184-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T091410.184-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Untitled-design-2024-04-12T091410.184-2048x1152.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find the Best Value Interior Doors Today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Now you know which internal doors can be trimmed, give this DIY task a try for yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>But remember, trimming should always be done within the manufacturer&#8217;s recommendations to avoid compromising the door&#8217;s structural integrity or voiding the warranty.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Browse our selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/internal-doors\">interior doors<\/a> which can be trimmed or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.climadoor.co.uk\/contact-us\">speak to our experts<\/a> about which designs offer the best fit for your next project. Home renovation or property development, we&#8217;re on hand with support and advice tailored to you. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most interior doors in the UK can be trimmed to size, allowing you to achieve the ideal fit without the hassle of returning the door or altering the doorway itself. 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