Sliders Weather Stripping

Contractor from Palos Verdes, California
Apr 5, 2023 4:25 am

Hello,

I wanted to seek some help identifying a resolution for a poorly manufactured sliding doors for a project that we recently took over. We have 8 three panels sliding doors that have about 0.5 to 0.75" gap between the panels and the track in the top and the bottom. I'm trying to weather proof and enhance the air tightness of these windows.

I'm attaching few pictures and would like to see if you have a resolution for this problem.

Regards,

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Emily
Emily from SWISCO
Apr 5, 2023 2:03 pm
SWISCO
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Hi there!

Thank you for reaching out to us. Do you have an undamaged sample you can remove and show us? We would specifically need to see the end profile. 

It's not possible for us to identify missing weatherstripping, unfortunately. If this is the case, contacting the original manufacturer or supplier of the door would be your best bet if you can track them down. 

Contractor from Palos Verdes, California
Apr 6, 2023 1:27 am
Hello Emily,

Thanks for your response. The windows were manufactures without a channel for weather stripping. Is there anyway we can add it to the exterior of the panels without a channel?

Regards,
Emily
Emily from SWISCO
Apr 6, 2023 9:35 am
SWISCO
EXPERT

The only thing we sell that might be worth considering is the 58-180 Stick-On Foam Door Seal. I just can't guarantee it will work, unfortunately. Take a look and see what you think. 

Contractor from Palos Verdes, California
Apr 6, 2023 11:46 am
So that goes on the side or the top and bottom?

Do you have any suggestions for the top and bottom gaps?
Emily
Emily from SWISCO
Apr 6, 2023 2:31 pm
SWISCO
EXPERT

Keep in mind that this part is designed for prime doors, not sliding glass doors. It can install on the hinge side, strike side, and header of a prime door.

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