Tim S wrote:
Hi,

Just made up a new door casing:

http://photos.dionic.net/v/public/bu..._0036.jpg.html
http://photos.dionic.net/v/public/bu..._0034.jpg.html

Question 1:

It occurs to me that 20mm might be a bit on the thin side. This isn't a
killer problem - I can EVA some PAR softwood on the back to increase the
thickness.

I don't really know the properties of oak - is 20mm thick enough to hang
door hinges on or shall I proceed to bond/screw an 18mm PAR layer on the
back before fitting to the wall?

It should be plenty - especially when fixed in place and the architraves
are on to add some weight.

Fix the boards in the centre with packers behind.

http://wiki.diyfaq.org.uk/index.php?...ing_the_lining

That leaves scope for fine tuning the appearance with a few wedges later
if you need to.

http://wiki.diyfaq.org.uk/index.php?...penny_ joints

Question 2:

What's the name of the tool that you use to extract little wood plugs from
scrap - that the plugs can be used to plug fixing holes later? Do you use a
really small holesaw or is there actually a special widget?

There is a widget called a plug cutter. Use it in a drill press to make
plugs etc.

http://www.toolstation.com/shop/Powe.../sd1400/p72650

(TS part no 72650)

Note that most of the main fixings can be hidden behind the door stops
anyway. So its only the fixings in the stops you may need to hide.
(assuming you are not painting). A few lost head nails usually sort the
architraves. (take care not to use something that will stain the oak)


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Cheers,

John.

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