Custom Doors

Can a Standard Interior Door Be Cut Shorter or Narrower? What the Door Construction Allows

by Jack Cenk Ozer

Standard interior doors can sometimes be trimmed, but the safe amount depends on the door’s construction, manufacturer instructions, panel layout and hardware position. Finish carpenter Jack Cenk Ozer explains why a door that can physically be cut may still look… Read More »Can a Standard Interior Door Be Cut Shorter or Narrower? What the Door Construction Allows

Short Basement Doors: When a Custom-Fitted Slab Works Better Than a Pre-Hung Unit

by Jack Cenk Ozer

Short basement openings do not always suit a standard pre-hung door package. Learn when a custom-fitted slab, custom jamb or purpose-built storage door provides better control over height, hinges, handle placement, panel proportions and surrounding trim.