b'Different Types of Door FramesThere are three basic types of frame assemblies in order to installation. Small frontal flanges are used in masonry mount doors to various types of wall construction.applications.While the Brickmould Frame and the Flange Frame are Check the factory recommended frame for the intendeddesigned to have the front of the frame rest outside the wall application.and cavity, the Flush Mount (often called Pocket Frame)where the frame sits inside the cavity, is commonly used, The details shown on these pages and in the basic installa-as well. tion details that follow are common. Situations may vary,and frame components may vary as well. The illustrationsThe Flush Mount is the preferred choice for replacement below dont have exterior siding or other finish applied.applications and for mounting on wood surrounds or buckFlange Mount. Flush Mount BrickmouldClad Wood Doors and most When there is no Brickmould or Most Wood. Fiber Glass, and evenAluminum Sliding Doors have a Flange/Fin, the door is usuallySteel Entry Doors have a brickmouldfrontal flange that rests against the set into a wood surround, or buck. exterior. The Brickmould trim acts asexterior. When the flange projectsThis is common for replacementa mounting flange and is how the1-1/2 out from the frame, it is usu- wood doors, and aluminum sliding door rests and seals against the ally a nailing flange. If it projects less patio doors. exterior face of the wall. than 1, it is a flange to help estab-lish a water barrier on the outside.The flange can be set back, (Jchannel) to allow installing sidingflush to the exterior face of the door.Window Fitters Guide to Window Installation1092020 AWDI, LLC Do not reproduce without permission'