Lipping & Trimming a solid core door

[BucksDad]

As part of my workshop build I thought I’d made like easy for myself and use a solid core door so I could trim it to any size.

Of course I now realise I need to lip the thing as well.

Two questions - should I attach the lipping (just going to get some oak lipping from B&Q as that’s what’s available locally) with just glue or does it need brads as well? - obviously not on the side I will potentially trim!

What gap should I aim for between frame and door as an initial fit, 2mm all round?

 

[eribaMotters]

I'd advise pins to hold the trim tight in place whilst the glue sets.
If you door case is true, that is sides are parallel and top at a true 90 degrees, then 2mm all round is fine. It would then allow you to take an odd mm in high spots.

Colin

 

[Phil Pascoe]

Use a thicker lipping. If you cock up a measurement you'll go through a thin lipping fitting the door - give yourself a chance.

 

[BucksDad]

Thanks for the tips.

Yes I think I’ll do a 20mm lipping. Door casing / frame is from Wickes and a standard size / preassemble so should be OK