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    rmizikar Posts: 10, Reputation: 1
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    Jul 14, 2009, 05:43 AM
    Install a steel door in block wall where 2" wood cannot be installed
    I want to install 32" steel door. It is old construction and the opening in the block is
    35 1/2''* 84". Can the door be installed without installing 2" framing? If can, how would you recommend it be installed.
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    Jul 14, 2009, 04:26 PM

    What type of door jamb? Metal or exterior wood.

    Chuck
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