Automatic Door Bottom - Basic

Automatic Door Bottom - Basic

Sound Rated Basic Automatic Door Bottom with high quality neoprene seal, fills gaps up to half an inch. Can be applied as surface mounted or semi mortised application. Available in two anodized finishes, in standard stock sizes (Can be trimmed on the field).

Special Discounts apply to orders over $1000.00! See Product Descriptions for details.

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Description

This sound rated Automatic Door Bottom will provide an excellent seal to the gap between the door and floor. The aluminum casing is fitted with a self-extinguishing and oil resistant solid neoprene insert which serves as its primary seal. Additionally, the interior of the aluminum anodized casing is filled with rubber for extra protection. 

The rubber used as the seal is made of high quality neoprene to ensure many years of use out of this automatic door bottom.

This product can be mounted as a semi mortised or surface mounted application, as shown in the illustrations. It is non-handed and can be applied directly over the floor surface or above a doorway saddle, though a saddle is recommended for higher sound control (A saddle is highly recommended when the door bottom is sealing onto carpet). Available in two anodized finishes and in standard stock sizes. Installation instructions and screws provided.

Not sure what size you need? See How to Measure for an Automatic Door Bottom.

Custom Sizes: Custom sizes up to 60" can be purchased through our office. Please contact us at 845-388-1200 to purchase.

How it Works:

This product utilizes a concealed flat mechanism which is activated by the pressure of closing the door (The brass nut at the head gets pushed in by the door jamb and that lowers the seal).  The high quality neoprene rubber seal drops, filling gaps up to .75”, upon the closing of door to create a tight seal and raises up automatically when the door is opened to ensure smooth door operation. Our door bottoms have been tested through 5 million cycles and provide the same excellent quality as our mortised automatic door bottom. For more information, see About Automatic Door Bottoms.

Automatic Door bottom can be trimmed on the field up to 3-4" depending on the size ordered, see installation guide tab.

Note: We recommend trying to keep the gap between the door and the floor at no more than 3/8" for maximum sound sealing. Larger gaps can be treated with a door saddle, or an added wood strip to the underside of the door.

This model is recommended for interior residential doors. For situations requiring a better seal please see our Heavy Duty Automatic Door Bottom.

This model can be mounted to the surface of the door with screws. Additionally you can notch out the door and install the door bottom flush with door for a semi-mortised application. There is also a fully mortised model available which will completely hide the automatic door bottom from view, this will require routing out the bottom of the door. Semi mortised and mortised style will give you a better seal than surface mounted. Click here to view the Mortised Basic Automatic Door Bottom.

Special Discounts on Our Door Hardware:

No Coupon Code Needed. Discount automatically applied when added to shopping cart.

Spend $1000.00, get 5% off plus free shipping
Spend $1500.00, get 10% off plus free shipping

See our Monthy Specials and Discounts for more great Soundproofing Savings!

Please note, images are for illustrative purposes only. They are not actual photos. Therefore, actual colors may vary slightly and size may be enlarged to show detail. See product specs for exact measurements.

Product Data

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Surface Mounted:

Surface Mounted Automatic Door Bottom

Semi Mortised:

Semi Mortised Automatic Door Bottom

Classifications:

Fire Rating Automatic Door Bottom

Installation Guide

Click here for a Printable Copy of How to Install an Automatic Door Bottom.

Automatic Door Bottoms are available with three mounting options: Surface Mounted, Semi-Mortised and Fully Mortised. A surface mounted application can be applied without removing the door from its hinges. For a semi-mortised, if the rabbet in the door is cut-out already, the door does not need to be removed. For a fully mortised application the door should be removed before starting.

STEP 1: SIZING YOUR DOOR BOTTOM:

 
  Once your door is ready for installation you need to determine the size required for your door bottom:
  • For a Surface Mounted Application: Measure the distance between the two stop moldings, or if a perimeter door gasket is applied,
    measure the distance between the two installed gaskets, then minus 1/8-1/4"” (.125”) from the total distance. That is the size needed for your door bottom.
  • For a Semi-Mortised and Fully Mortised Application: Measure your door from side to side; that is the measurement needed for your automatic door bottom.
For visual presentation see How to Measure for an Automatic Door Bottom.
 
How to Install an Automatic Door Bottom- Figure 1

Once you have determined the size needed, if necessary, trim your door bottom.
Use a chop saw or table saw to create a perfectly straight cut.

Note, Only trim opposite the actuating plunger, brass nut. (Trimming from the brass nut side will ruin your ADB).

 
How to Install an Automatic Door Bottom- Figure 1 You can trim from the edge up to one inch of the screw in the side wall of the ADB.  

STEP 2: PREP FOR ATTACHING AUTOMATIC DOOR BOTTOM:

 
How to Install an Automatic Door Bottom- Figure 3

Surface Mounted and Semi-Mortised models need to be applied to the push side of the door only (the side with the door stops-see Figure 3).
The actuating plunger needs to be applied to the hinge side of the door for all applications.

Place the automatic door bottom against the door

Once you have the automatic door bottom leveled and positioned correctly, with a pencil or marker mark
where the attachment screws need to be drilled.

 

STEP 3: ATTACHING THE AUTOMATIC DOOR BOTTOM:

 
How to Install an Automatic Door Bottom- Figure 4

To make installation easier you can drill a pilot hole which will ensure you attach the door bottom to the correctly marked spot (see Figure 4).
With the screws provided, screw in the automatic door bottom.

In some models, a plate is provided for the hinge side of the frame. This will protect the door frame from getting worn down by
the actuating plunger. If provided, attach to corresponding point on the frame.

 

STEP 4: TESTING YOUR AUTOMATIC DOOR BOTTOM:

 
How to Install an Automatic Door Bottom- Figure 1

Now that the door bottom is attached, test the door bottom by opening and closing the door to ensure there is a full seal.
If the seal does not come down far enough twist the brass nut out, if it seals too tight twist the brass nut in (see Figure 5).

 

Once you have followed through with all the instructions your Automatic Door Bottom is good to go! Enjoy years of quality sound, draft and light infiltration control with your new door bottom.

For additional assistance and product information, feel free to contact us. Our trained and friendly staff will guide you with all your soundproofing needs.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping and Return information is specific to this product page only (not for other products on our site).

  • Shipping:
    • Standard stock sizes (available above) usually ship within 1 business day.
    • For custom sizes, ordered through our office, please allow 7-14 business days to ship.
    • FREE SHIPPING for orders over $300.00 in the USA (excluding Alaska and Hawaii). A flat fee of $19.99 will be applied to orders under $300.00.
    • Ships FedEx Ground.
       
  • Returns:
    • Product can be returned in brand new condition up to 30 days from date of purchase.
    • Please call or email us to receive an RMA number before returning. No returns will be processed without an RMA number.
    • Return shipping is customer's responsibility. Return address will be provided with RMA number.
    • If you are shipping via USPS (not recommended) do NOT require signature as we will not be able to pick up your package from local post office facility.
    • Click here for more information on our Return Policy.

 

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