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December 18, 2024
If you hear a lot of noise from the outside hallway under your door or know that sound from inside your apartment is escaping through the door, you probably need a new door sweep. The weatherstripping or existing door sweep isn’t getting the job done, and the gap between the bottom of your door and the floor is so wide that air, and therefore sound, can easily travel back and forth underneath it.
The obvious solution to this problem is a quality uneven floor door sweep, such as the kind we offer at Soundproof Cow. But if you have tried a door sweep, you may have encountered a different problem. Older apartments may have wood floors that are not quite level, so there is an uneven door gap. Can a door sweep work for a uneven floor? The answer is yes.
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How Can Door Sweeps Help With Uneven Floors?
You may find that with an uneven floor, your door sweep only blocks some of the air from getting through while leaving an unacceptable gap where it does not meet the floor. A sweep that leaves an uneven gap under the door is a little better than no sweep at all. If you install your sweep lower to cover that gap, the door may not be able to open or close. However, your door sweep can still solve your sound transmission problem if you make a few adjustments.
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How to Seal a Door With an Uneven Floor
You can effectively use a door bottom sweep with an uneven floor. The idea is that instead of trying to install the sweep evenly across your door, you install it at an angle. Following these steps will do the trick:
- Measure the inside dimension of the door frame.
- Cut the sweep to fit the door opening using a hacksaw and smooth out the rough cut of the sweep with a rasp or file.
- Measure the bottom center from the floor to the door and mark the measurement with a pencil. Take another measurement from the floor on the left side of the door and do the same on the right. At this point, you will have three marks.
- Draw a line between those three marks on both sides of the door and align the top of the sweep with that line.
- To account for the uneven floor, position the sweep so that it goes evenly across those three marks rather than straight across the door.
- Screw the sweep at this angle and you should get a sweep that covers the gaps without blocking the door.
The Best Door Sweep Products for Uneven Floors
Whatever your preference and budget, there is a door sweep for you! Here are a few options:
Automatic Door Sweep
An automatic door sweep is a mechanically operated product installed at the bottom of a door. It features an adjustable seal that automatically lifts when the door is open and drops down when it is closed. The advanced sealing abilities of an automatic door sweep enable it to adjust to the condition of the flooring. The door seal will maintain tight contact with the surface, making it the perfect door sweep for an uneven floor.
By sealing the uneven gap between the door and the frame, this type of sweep prevents drafts, smoke, light, noise and anything else that can fit in the space from entering the room. Consider installing our Quiet Door™ Automatic Door Sweep, made with high-quality aluminum and long-lasting silicone seals, for a form-fitting tight material against the threshold of your door.
Non-Automatic Door Sweep
A non-automatic product is a cost-effective door sweep for uneven floors. They form the same snug fit against the door. The difference between standard and automatic door sweeps is how the sealing adjusts. While the latter sweeps adjust automatically, standard sweeps take a little DIY. Loosen the mounting screws and reestablish the fit. Easy peasy!
If you want to save some MOOla, try the Quiet Door™ Sweep. Durable aluminum and silicone seals keep this product performing year after year. Install it in your home, office, studio or anywhere else.
Door Soundproofing Kits
Sometimes, you want an all-in-one solution. Luckily, our door soundproofing kits have everything you need. Whether for home, office or warehouse, there’s a kit to do the job:
- Residential: The Quiet Door™ Residential Door Soundproofing Kit blocks low to moderate sound levels. It combines an adjustable perimeter seal, automatic door sweep and sound sealant. A Quiet Door™ Acoustic Panel adds aesthetic appeal while reducing noise transfer.
- Commercial: Seal away moderate sound with the Quiet Door™ Commercial Door Soundproofing Kit. This kit includes a soundproofing composite, an adjustable perimeter seal, an automatic door sweep and acoustical sound sealant.
- Industrial: For soundproofing with extra oomph, the Quiet Door™ Industrial Door Soundproofing Kit packs a punch. Use this kit to reduce high noise levels. It features the tried-and-tested automatic door sweep, perimeter seal and acoustical sound sealant. In addition, the Quiet Barrier® HD Soundproofing Composite provides a dense barrier to block noise.
Adjustable Perimeter Seal
Are you hearing noise even after you installed a door sweep? The sound may be sneaking through the gaps around the door. Enter the Quiet Door™ Adjustable Perimeter Seal! This sound-sealing superhero fits around the door’s perimeter to form a tight seal. Keep exterior sounds out and thermal energy in and enjoy a quieter environment and lower energy bills.
FAQs
You asked and we answered! Here are common door sweep questions:
Should a Door Sweep Drag on the Floor?
A door sweep should touch the door threshold but shouldn’t drag. Contrary to their name, door sweeps don’t clean your floors! Heavy dragging can wear out the sweep and make opening or closing the door harder.
Do Door Sweeps Come in Different Heights?
Door sweeps can vary in height, although many adjust to fit. For example, the Quiet Door™ Automatic Door sweep is 2 3/32 inches high, while the Quiet Door™ Sweep is 1 11/16 inches high. Sweeps fit doors up to 36 inches wide. Different lengths (and colors) are available by special order through Soundproof Cow.
Purchase Door Sweeps From Soundproof Cow
Now that you know how to use door sweeps to quiet your unwanted door noise, even with an uneven floor, there’s no time like the present to get started! Soundproof Cow has all the products you need to seal and soundproof your door, including perimeter door seals, automatic door sweeps and full door soundproofing kits. Order yours today!
Learn More About Door Soundproofing
- How to Soundproof a Door
- How to Soundproof a Hollow Door
- Importance of Caulking for Soundproofing Doors
- Guide to Soundproof Door Sweeps
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