Andersen® A-Series Frenchwood® gliding patio doors use a gray pile weatherstrip to seal the frame and reduce air and water infiltration. It is located in two areas:
- On the head parting stop, which separates the operating and stationary patio door panels and holds them in place.
- On the operating panel's side jambs, the two (2) vertical frame members into which the operating panel closes.
Install Gray Pile Weatherstrip on Andersen® A-Series Frenchwood® Gliding Patio Door
This article provides you with resources for ordering and installing a replacement gray pile weatherstrip on an A-Series Frenchwood® gliding patio door.
Drawing of Gray Pile Weatherstrip
Safety Warning
Tools and Supplies Needed
- One (1) soft cleaning cloth
- Mild soapy water
- Safety glasses
- Needle-nose pliers
- Thin-blade putty knife
Let's Get Started
1. Order Parts
To order a replacement gray pile weatherstrip, Contact Andersen® Windows and Doors. You can purchase the weatherstrip separately or order an operating jamb filler, which is a frame component that contains the gray pile weatherstrip and helps create a seal between the operating door panel and the operating side jamb.
2. Install Parts
To install a replacement weatherstrip:
- Using needle-nose pliers, remove the existing weatherstrip.
- Clean the channel where the existing weatherstrip was located using a thin-blade putty knife, mild soapy water, and a soft cleaning cloth.
- Place the replacement gray pile weatherstrip into the channel.
- Press each end of the weatherstrip until the weatherstrip is fully secured and seated in the channel.
Note: The gray pile weatherstrip is designed to fit into the channel and does not require sealant for installation.
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