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    berkebilemike Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 13, 2010, 11:51 AM
    How to trim the sides of interior hollow doors?
    I have a hollow core door that I purchaed . The purchased door width from factory is 24 " and the door opening is also 24 " (original pre-hung hollow door measures at 23 3/4") . What is method recommended to trim off approx. 1/8 " from each side ?
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    Dec 13, 2010, 12:57 PM
    Rent a power planer and set a straightedge along the side to act as a stop. You could possibly use a power saw with a plywood blade and then sand the edge. /8 removal still gives you plenty of edge thickness.
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    Dec 13, 2010, 01:04 PM

    First choose would be an electric plane. On lock side, adjust plane so u get a slight bevel, about 7 degrees, on side that swings toward door stop.

    Second choose a table saw. Will have to sand edge after cut.

    Third hand plane.

    Good luck

    Chuck
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    Dec 13, 2010, 01:07 PM

    Hi Brian

    Sorry about my post. Yours was not up when started

    Chuck
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    Dec 13, 2010, 01:49 PM
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    Happens to me too. At least we're on the same page. I was going to repost with an angle cut but I'll leave that up to your post. Good old minds must think alike! Brian
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