Metal transition strips are very helpful to link up two types of flooring together in order to create a smooth transition betwixt the two materials. Transition strips come in different material types, & one of the most popular & famous being the metal transitions when joining vinyl-flooring materials. Metal transitions typically move up onto the substrate with screws, however, it is also possible to glue them into place. It is customary when using two types of flooring material to link or connect them in doorways. By putting down the transition or floor joint in a doorway, the door protects the transition when it is closed. The majority of the metal transitional strips are required to trim them to length at the time of a regular installation process.
Step By Step Process Of Cutting Vinyl Metal Transition Strips
Transition strips are mostly used betwixt rooms on the interior of a house. They transition betwixt the two different flooring materials, like carpet to hardwood. Transition strips are available in different sizes and materials, & one of the most common types of transition strips is the metal transition strips. As long as all doorways, as well as openings betwixt rooms, are not of the same sizes, till then you need to trim the metal transition strips to size regularly. Cutting a metal transition strip only needs a few tools in order to accomplish the task.
Things Needed
- Tape Measure
- Pencil
- Sawhorse
- Hacksaw
- Multipurpose Tool
- Hardwood/Sheet Metal-Cutting Bit
Step By Step Process
- Measurement: First of all, calculate & estimate the size of the doorway or other area where the transition strip will be situated, with the help of a tape measure. Move the tape measure quickly from one end to the other and then note down the measurement.
- Mark The Cut Location: Now, calculate that same distance on the transition strip and make a visible impression or mark on the cut location with the help of a black marker. Draw a straight line through the strip using the marker.
- Place The Transition Strip On A Flat Surface: After that, lay down the transition strip on a even & uniform surface and then move a hack saw against the mark. Grasp one end of the transition strip with the help of your non-dominant hand and press down smoothly on the hack saw using your dominant hand.
- Move The Hack Saw Back And Forth: Next, slide the hack saw from side to side over the transition strip as long as it is cut in two pieces. Wipe off the edges with the help of a clean rag and get rid of all the small shreds of metal leftover from the cut.
- Fit The Transition Strip To The Opening Properly: Finally, place the transition strip in the desired location and make sure that it fits in the opening properly. Continue with the same process for any other transition strips that need to be cut.
Useful Tips & Warning
- Put down the heavy objects on the transition strip in order to take hold of it in place and to ensure a tight bond at the time of installing transitions using adhesive.
- Cut the transition around doorstops when necessary to create a professional-looking result.
- Wear protective eye gear when you cut the transition strips with the help of power tools.