Help on choosing between wood and steel

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Help on choosing between wood and steel Apr 25, 2018 23:02:14 GMT -8

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Post by ryandrake on Apr 25, 2018 23:02:14 GMT -8

Hey guys,

I read an article on the difference between wooden and steel doors which changed my mind to firmly believe that steel doors are the best option for houses and trailers. Correct me if I'm wrong for I am not an expert in this area. Please help me out here, my dad has an old trailer which requires a bit of repair work on the door frames. We're reconsidering replacing the entire door and fitting in new ones.

Thanks, Ryan

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Help on choosing between wood and steel Apr 25, 2018 23:22:20 GMT -8

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Post by vikx on Apr 25, 2018 23:22:20 GMT -8

Welcome Ryandrake.

I think more research is needed before you make a decision. Steel doors tend to have severe rust and are too heavy.

I would rebuild the one you have rather than change everything. Doors are easy, believe it or not.

Do you have any photos?

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Help on choosing between wood and steel Apr 26, 2018 9:16:34 GMT -8 nate likes this

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Post by strange1 on Apr 26, 2018 9:16:34 GMT -8

I agree with vikx. If you can rebuild your original door you'll be light years ahead. Mine was completely rotted (bottom 1/2) and I found the disassembly pretty straight forward using basic tools. I was able to remove the old wood and cardboard webbing / guts and replace with new wood and rigid foam insulation. Took the better part of one day.

I'm sure my door is a little heaver because of the extra framing...but nothing like a steel door. Good luck.

kudzu Active Member Posts: 344 Likes: 84 Currently Offline	Help on choosing between wood and steel Apr 26, 2018 9:26:49 GMT -8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by kudzu on Apr 26, 2018 9:26:49 GMT -8 Are you talking about a Camper trailer or House trailer??

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