can you put this door in a metal storm door?
224203
If your storm door is thicker (i.e.- not just a sheet of thin metal at the bottom). I think your door needs to be at least an inch and half to 2" thick.
224204
I'm definitely not an expert in the field of construction or architecture, however I installed mine in a solid wood door with little to no difficulty. I don't see why not? As long as you have the correct tools to make the appropriate cuts and measurements.
224205
Assuming you have the tools to cut the metal door, it all depends on the thickness of your door (many storm doors are pretty thin). Measure the thickness of your door and see what the minimum supported door thickness is for the doggy door from its description. If your door is too thin, then you will have to get creative with the installation to make it work.
224206
what is the minimum deminsion required at the bottom of the door for good suport?
224207
yes, Teri, you can. My door is metal with insulating foam inside. it is a fire rated door. it wasn't ready to cut the door, but with patience, I got it done.
1059762
So long as the door is wood you should have no problems. I'm not sure about metal doors since ours went on a wooden door.
673792
If you used an appropriate screw with anchor system you could (anchor because most doors are hollow core). If solid door no issue at all and a good idea. We have 4 of them. :)
1836292
Yes, it can be installed on metal security door too. And you can use the screws that come with unit, which are metal sheet screws.
2211910
That would be very difficult to do on an entry door...don't think it's possible.
452392
I love mine. You can screw it into a metal door if you tap into it first. I tried more than one and this was the number one best of any of them I tried!
1828819
Yes to both questions......it would be suitable for a very small dog and it can be installed in a storm door
1978082
I'm presuming the reference is to a non rated insulated metal doors. If otherwise, ensure that it's not compromising any fire ratings if such is the application.There shouldn't be any problems from the pet doors ability to accommodate. Just the cutting of the door will require a different blade, and the gap between door skins will be marginally increased. The through bolts might be long enough and if not, any good hardware store should be able to supply the correct length bolts(machine screws).
977147
No. The bendy metal hooks that go over the door are designed for 1 1/4 inch thick doors or thinner. That said, the hooks hook into eyelet holes at the top of the fabric, so you could probably get different hooks and insert them instead. Or re-bend these ones--they're thin, and probably easily bent up.
2159697
The handle sticks out two (2) inches from the storm door. The lock is much less, so if you have at minimum 2Inches between storm & front door your good. Good luck!
1233330
These doors can be installed into a metal door, however there are special instructions for doing so. They suggest in the installation manual cutting the opening in the door a little larger or possibly using a mounting adapter to prevent the pet door from touching the metal on the door.
24282
Yes you can. BUT you have to install it very well not to have a slight opening/a crack, so to speak, that lets in cold air. Must be aligned perfectly which we couldn't quite achieve. So we wound up putting strips of clear weatherproof tape all down that crack which meant we can't slide open the door without tearing lose the tape. But, it is so convenient for the cats, we are living with a door that can't be open.
1547937
I'm not sure exactly what you are asking. If you mean whether it is good for keeping the weather out, then yes because it has double flaps. It is very well made. If you mean whether you can install it in a storm door, then no; it is intended to go through walls. Hope that helps.
1547935
I'm sure it could be fitted to a storm door. It should not be the only barrier to outdoors, the flap can easily blow open and let in other critters.
2178633
Hey,I would not use this for a metal door. It's much more suited for wood and specifically moldings and wooden doors. I'd expect it to bend under the strength of a metal door,. For that I would choose one of those large rounded wrecking bars rather than a flat bar. I do like this bar a lot and would still recommend it for lighter residential use. Good luck!
1854890
Yes you can successfully install this cat door within a metal exterior door. Follow instructions provided to cut for larger hole opening as the metal within the door interferes with the sensor and magnet on the collar.
191090
It is certainly possible but this stuff works best when it is able to be tucked into the c channels of aluminum doors. So you can install it but the edges may not have anything to hold the from hanging down when the door is in the open position.