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What specific dimensions are typically used for the thickness of a purpose-made door?
What specific dimensions are typically used for the thickness of a purpose-made door?
The typical thickness for a purpose-made door is usually 45 mm.
What information is required to describe a 'purpose-made' door?
What information is required to describe a 'purpose-made' door?
You need to include the quality and species of timber, thickness, type of door, and overall size among other details.
What are the components involved in the construction of a solid core flush panel door?
What are the components involved in the construction of a solid core flush panel door?
It consists of hardwood veneer panels on the outside, hardwood veneer fitting inside the rebate, and hardwood veneer facing.
What defines a hollow core flush panel door?
What defines a hollow core flush panel door?
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Describe the method of hanging for a brace and ledge door.
Describe the method of hanging for a brace and ledge door.
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What is the standard size of a hollow core door?
What is the standard size of a hollow core door?
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What types of materials can be used for the facing of flush panel doors?
What types of materials can be used for the facing of flush panel doors?
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What distinguishing features characterize a fielded panel door?
What distinguishing features characterize a fielded panel door?
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In double-sided F.L.& B doors, what are some construction components used?
In double-sided F.L.& B doors, what are some construction components used?
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What does the term 'overall size' refer to in door specifications?
What does the term 'overall size' refer to in door specifications?
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Study Notes
Door Measurements
- Doors are measured using a "No." system, which provides information about the door's construction and features
- When describing a custom-made (purpose-made) door, specific details must be included in the description
Door Description Details
- Quality and species of timber used in the door's construction
- Thickness of the door, typically 45 mm
- Type of door (flush, panelled, glazed, etc.) and the number of leaves (single or double)
- Type of meeting stiles if it is a double door
- Overall size measured from the inside of the frame rebate to the inside of the frame rebate
- Labor requirements for the entire door, such as moulding on one side
- Number of panels and whether they are solid or glass panes
- Size of the individual members of the door
- Size, shape and type of glazing beads, weatherboards, etc.
- Method of hanging (folding, sliding, swinging, etc.)
Flush Doors
- Manufactured using various cores and faced with either commercial or decorative veneers
- Available in hollow core, semi-solid core, and solid core options
- Can be purchased as stock or custom-made
Standard Door Types
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Hollow Core Flush Panel Door
- Includes an egg grid cardboard core, hardboard strips, hardboard or veneered pre-painted facings, and lock rails
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Semi-Solid Core Flush Panel Door
- Composed of tongue & groove boarding, battens, V-joints, style, lock rail, brace, and bottom rail
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Solid Core Flush Panel Door
- Features hardwood veneer panel on the outside, hardwood veneer to fit inside the rebate, and hardwood veneer facing
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Facing to Flush Panel Door
- Uses square joints
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Brace & Ledge Door
- Standard size 813 x 2032
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Frame, Brace & Ledge Door (Open Back)
- Features top rail, muntin, solid fielded panels, glazing bars, lock rail, muntin, flat wooden panel, bolection moulding, and bottom rail
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F.L.& B Door with Flush Back Panel
- Includes 44 x 44 glass panels, flush panel, brace & ledge, V-joint & flush back, square joint, and fielded panel
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Double Sided F.L.& B Door
- Consists of haunchion, mortice & tenon joint, wedges, and planted dowels
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Fielded Panel Door
- Designates a specific type of panel door, likely 116 mm size
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Glass / Panel Door
- Door with glass and/or panels
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3 Ply Panel or Glass
- Three layers of panel or glass, likely 220 mm size
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Alternative
- Placeholder for other possible door variations
Flush Panel Doors
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Hollow Core Door
- Standard size 813 x 2032, thickness 40 mm for veneered and hardboard doors respectively
- Constructed from KD softwood frame with lock block and hinge block on one side, and core of expanded paper
- Supplied with or without concealed edges
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Semi-Solid Core Door
- Not specifically mentioned, but likely follows similar construction principles to hollow core doors with the addition of a tongue and groove core
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Solid Core Door
- Not specifically mentioned, but likely follows similar construction principles to hollow core doors with the addition of a solid timber core
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Description
This quiz focuses on understanding the specific measurements and features of custom-made doors, including materials, thickness, and design types. It covers essential details required for accurately describing doors in various styles, such as flush or panelled. Test your knowledge on the nuances of door construction.
