Attaching a door draft depends largely on the specific type of draft stopper you are using. Common methods include sliding the draft stopper under the door, or using adhesive, velcro, screws, or nails to secure it to the door bottom or frame.
Attaching Under-Door Draft Stoppers
Many popular door draft stoppers are designed to fit snugly under the door itself, moving with the door when it opens or closes. These often consist of foam tubes or inserts covered by a fabric sleeve.
Preparing the Draft Stopper (Based on Reference)
Before installation, some under-door draft stoppers require preparation or adjustment, especially if they need to be sized to your door's width. Based on available information:
- You may need to cut the internal foam sponge inserts to the correct length using scissors to fit your door.
- After sizing, you might fold any excess fabric from the outer wrap.
- You'll then detach and re-attach velcro fasteners on the fabric wrap to secure it around the foam inserts. This process, followed by flipping the wrap over, helps create a neat, finished look and holds the components together effectively.
Installing Under-Door Draft Stoppers
Once prepared, this type of draft stopper is typically attached by:
- Sliding it under the door: Position the draft stopper on the floor and gently push it under the bottom edge of the door. The fabric sleeve should cover the gap, with foam tubes on one or both sides of the door bottom, depending on the design.
- Securing with adhesive/velcro (less common for this type): Some under-door draft sweeps may come with an adhesive strip or velcro to attach directly to the bottom edge of the door for a more permanent fix, though sliding is more common for foam/fabric types.
Other Door Draft Seal Types
Besides under-door stoppers, other types of door draft seals attach differently:
- Door Sweeps: These are often made of rubber, vinyl, or brush material attached to the bottom exterior face of the door using screws or adhesive strips.
- Weatherstripping: Applied around the door frame (jamb and header) or sometimes the door edges, this material (foam, rubber, silicone, etc.) creates a seal when the door is closed. It's typically attached using adhesive backing, nails, or staples.
The method of attachment is dictated by the design of the draft sealing product, so always refer to the manufacturer's instructions for the best results.
