Installing door frames is part of many construction projects, from single residential projects to huge commercial spaces. To get good options for installing doors and door frames, it helps to have a little knowledge about what builders mean when talking about door frames. That's where business managers can use the power of the Internet as detailed online resources help bring readers up to speed in the lingo of the door world.

Managers can find a host of tips and educational resources online for dealing with questions about how to frame a door. Readers may find:

1. Diagrams and articles about how the frame relates to door parts, like jambs and panels or shipped door pieces, for hinge info, or for weather sealing and other maintenance issues for door frames.

2. Info on coding, building regulations, and methodology for equipping door frames with what they need and for installing a metal door frame, aluminum door frame or any other models for full functionality.

3. Descriptions and information on specialized types of doors like double doors or rolling door models.

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Find out about terms and concepts for doors and frames

The door jamb is a major consideration in framing doors. Builders will need to know about shaping the frame for a total solution. Tools like shims for sealing a door frame to a door are part of the process, as is hinge fitting.

I recommend: The EBuild site includes door jamb terms like astragals and weather seals and even includes diagrams. Learn more from another helpful door diagram page at Doors for Builders.

Get more information on process terms for door frames

For other educational terms, consider the processes of using steel or wood door frames in construction. From the setup to the installation, key parts, tools and methods will help streamline the project. And for considering accessories in finishing doors, take a look at pages offering lock cylinders and more hardware.

I recommend: A BuilderBill page explains the benefits of steel frames for fitting doors and the process of hanging timber doors and door frames. For information on locks and other door accessories, try Builder's Hardware.

Get information on specialized door frames

Other sites give details on terms and processes for special kinds of door frame parts and procedures. Fit your informational sources to your project needs, whether you're working with standard commercial or residential door frames, double-wide double door frames or rolling or overhead doors.

I recommend: Find articles on rolling doors with a lot of helpful terms at the Door and Access Systems Manufacturer's Association, a North American resource for professionals. Get more on how to install or build a door frame like this article on drilling an aluminum double door frame at SDM, a BHP Media page.

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Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Any time a project is in play, there will be a lot of details to hash out. A top manager will not usually want to immerse themselves too far into the process. Use terms and concepts for door frames to negotiate with contractors, but let immediate staff handle the nuts and bolts of the operation.

Whether you are looking for an aluminum door frame or a metal door frame, proper door frame installation and choices can make the difference in energy efficiency as well as aesthetics on your construction project.

Builders and contractors look to quality vendors as they build and repair homes and commercial properties. You might be looking for a pocket door frame or a steel door frame. It all depends on the type of building and the industry in which it will be used. Finding the right vendor to fill those needs is critical in completing the task in a timely fashion.

To find the right doors and frames vendor for you:

1. Determine what size door frames and quantity you need. Consider asking for a bulk discount if you think you are ordering enough.

2. Find a door frame specialist in your area or online.

3. Opt for a specialist or contractor to install your new product if you are not an experienced contractor.

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Compare door frames on price and quality

Start your shopping for your door frames online. You can easily price compare or send away for company catalogs.

I recommend: Johnson Hardware sells pocket door frame kits. Haworth Architectural Interiors offers a variety of door frames and fascias. Endura offers a no-rot door frame solution through their patented FrameSaver® technology. Their frames are made of a wood composite material so resistant to rot and insect damage that they guarantee the frame for life with FrameSaver's transferable Lifetime Warranty. Lockheed Martin, a leader in aircraft development, is also another choice for door frames.

Find door frames to fit your specific need

You can find any number of providers of door frames to fit your any need.

I recommend: Timely Prefinished Steel Door Frames has over 30 years experience in the door frame industry. They offer fire-rated door frames, communicating door frames, pocket door frames as well as adjustable door frames for Division 8 construction. They also have CAD drawings and architectural specs available to assist in the design and construction phases. Robert I. Merrill Co. offers standard sizes or can custom fit to your space need. Omega Door Frame Products, Inc. offers interior aluminum and interior steel door frame options.

Use an industry-specific search engine to find your door frames

Skip generic search engines like Google, and instead, use an industry-specific search engine for your doors and frames quest.

I recommend: 4specs offers multiple brand listings for doors and frames. AECinfo.com not only gives you multiple metal door frame listings, but they also let you know if the company listed offers a brochure, has CAD drawings, has specs and/or has a website. ARCAT offers you similar information specifically geared towards architects, spec writers, engineers and contractors. Their information includes a list of door frame manufacturers, their product information, specs and cad details.

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Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Go with a standard door size instead of a custom fit frame to save time and money.
• •  If you insist on learning how to frame a door yourself, see a professional at a store like Lowes or Home Depot that specialize in customer training. Simply ask them how to frame a door, and they should be able to put in you in touch with the right resources either in their store or online.

Quickly find door frames installation education and training guides and resources to help you with your next project. Whether you are working on an aluminum door frame, a pocket door frame or a steel door frame, having the right background knowledge, tools and understanding of what you getting into before you start will help save you time, energy and money, and it will help make your project go smoother and be less stressful on you, your family or your employees.

You can find training materials for doors and frames from many sources. Many popular television networks and shows offer programming as well supplemental web information. Manufacturers of doors and frames can also offer helpful door frame installation instructions and tips for the beginner.

To find door frames installation education and training:

1. Start with the many do-it-yourself how to frame a door resources.

2. Check out different doors and frames varieties. See how the learning tools vary.

3. Proceed to the frame a door instruction manual resources.

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Find out about the hanging of doors and frames from do-it-yourself resources

Whether you have a metal door frame or a metal or a wood one, there are many do-it-yourself resources available to help you with your installation.

I recommend: Learn about framing and hanging a door, mortising the door for hinges and how to install a cylinder lock from DoItYourself.com. Use the instructions and diagrams from FinishABasement.com. Additional instructions can be found at DIY HomeAddition Plus.

Take advantage of professional installers of door frames

Learn from the experts in the field on how they install door frames. Watch and learn or read up on how they improve their craft of installing door frames.

I recommend: Find out from the DIY network how to install a pre-hung door. Use tips from Kight Home Center on the installation of the Series 200 Residential Exterior Steel Door & Frame Unit.

Follow simple how-to-frame-a-door instructions

When in doubt, stick with the simplest how to frame a door instruction sheets that you can find. Door frames installation education and training with diagrams and/or images will be the easiest to follow along.

I recommend: Use the Monster Guide to learn how to install a steel door and frame. Idearc Media offers simple do it yourself door framing instructions, tips and more.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  If you are taking advantage of door frames installation education and training that involves streaming video, don't be afraid to stop the video midway through. You are learning from highly trained professionals, so their pace will obviously be faster than yours. Take your time, and do the best job that you can. Don't rush quality, and pause the video as often as you need to.