How to save a woodrotted doorjam!
The problem jam...
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| We use a Ryobi drill bit (They don't call Chip the MacGyver for nothin!) |
| In progress.... |
| The aftermath! Looks pretty messy! |
| Take a little sander and SAND DOWN the edges smooth. Clear debris. |
| Using razor knife, cut away all edging and "shape" so that adhesive will take. |
| THE CAVE!!! :) |
| Preparing the epoxy resin... |
| Getting your artisian palette ready. Apply tape around your workspace. |
| Yes even cardboard works just fine! And you can throw it away right after use, so no clean-up! |
| When ready to apply, pour small amount of activator which "sets" the epoxy and requires you to move SWIFTLY to apply onto Door Jam! |
| Mix, mix, mix! |
| APPLY! Pushing epoxy resin into the voided area. |
| Smooth out epoxy resin as much as possible to minimize having to shave off later. |
| Allow it to "set" almost dry... |
| Sand and shave, sand and shave... |
| Sand and shave, shave and sand... SMOOTH |
| Applying another set.... start over with your epoxy resin and activator and get ready to roll! |
| Might not be able to see this, but it's smooth and flush with where the brickmold is... |
Using a primer block (to block all further moisture as well as prep for paint) and spray over area.
| Weatherseal was too long, bending toward the bottom, creating an avenue for water and moisture to penetrate back behind brickmold. |
| Cut away bottom of weatherseal to allow for a good seal. |
| Caulk at bottom for the perfect seal.... |
Voila! A perfect brickmold and you didn't even have to change out the whole door! :)
