Should I put a kick plate on my front door?
Should I put a kick plate on my front door?
Kick plates are not necessary but they are a great feature to protect the surface of the door. It will not only protect the finish of your door from scuff marks and scratches but it gives the door an additional little design touch, just make sure to choose one that complements the design of your door.
What is a door Kickplate?
Door kick plates are a sheet of material attached to the bottom of your door to protect it from damage. They get their name from when people kick the door open when they have their hands full. So this is why you’ll see them in commercial and public buildings.
Are kick plates popular?
Kick plates on residential homes have become increasingly popular as people’s lifestyles are becoming more fast-paced and demanding more efficiency.
Do kick plates go on both sides?
You can install kick plates on both sides of the door if you wish, and enjoy the custom look and protection whether inside or outside.
Do kick plates need to be fire rated?
Fire-rated doors should have approved protective plates (i.e. fire-rated kick plates) no greater than 16 inches from the bottom of the door unless they have a rating label. The Joint Commission uses NFPA 80 (2010) 6.4.
Why is there a metal plate on door?
The obvious reason why door kick plates are installed is to cover the bottom of the door to guard against damage. You’re more likely to see kick plates on commercial buildings and business buildings such as restaurants.
How thick should a kick plate be?
3) How thick should my kick plate be? The industry standard plate is 0.05†thick, which is 18 Gauge Stainless Steel or 050 Aluminum.
What’s the difference between a kick plate and a mop plate?
The ONLY difference between Mop Plates, Kick Plates, and Armor Plates is the HEIGHT. Don’t forget we have a standard quantity discount of 10% for quantities of 20 or more. Please contact us for quantities above 50.
Can you put a kick plate on a fire door?
How to install kick plates on steel doors?
Place the kick plate against the bottom of the door,centering it approximately two inches up from the bottom edge.
How to install a kick plate?
Installing toe kick longest piece first. If you’ve installed trim before you know one trick is to always install the longest piece first.
How to replace cabinet toe kick plates?
Tape measure
How to install a door kick plate screen?
Chalk box
