Pile Weatherstrip

Contractor from Houston, Texas
Apr 8, 2017 10:27 am
I need the part number for weatherstrip 3/16 base and 1/2" thick pile.
Thanks,
Steve
woolpile
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Paul
Paul from SWISCO
Apr 11, 2017 2:59 pm
SWISCO
EXPERT
Thanks for posting, Steve. We have two wool pile samples that may work for you. See our 58-198, which is 7/16" high, and our 58-179, which is 5/8". They both have the same base width of 3/16". You might do better with the 58-198 because the 58-179 might be too tall, which can cause the sash to bind, but carefully measure your pile just to be sure.
Quick Learner from Houston, Texas
Apr 11, 2017 6:09 pm
There are two aluminum doors but only one side has the channel for the weatherstrip. The gap between the doors is appx 1/2" so would you recommend one over the other or should I order both to be sure?
Thanks
Dave Sr.
Dave Sr. from SWISCO
Apr 13, 2017 8:47 am
SWISCO
EXPERT
When you say the gap is approximately 1/2", can you clarify more precisely? Is it a little over or little under a 1/2"? If it's over, I would recommend the 58-179 , but if it's under I would consider the 58-198 instead. Either way it's your call.

Another thing to consider is a trick I liked to do in the past. When the wool pile I installed was too tall, and the doors would not close, I would give the wool pile a shave with a single edge razor blade. You need a steady hand, though, since you don't want to shave off too much.
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