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I have an opening 80" x 35". Do I need a custom order to install a storm door (Anderson Series 4000)?

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A standard 36x80 door will fit. Just make sure if you need it hinged left or right.

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How do I measure for a new storm door?

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Follow the instructions listed in the article above.

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What size door do I need if the doorway is 73 inches by 36 inches?

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Leave about a ¼" (or less) space around all four edges of the door, which means the door should measure about 72½" x 35½".

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Our door frame measures 35 1/2" x 79 1/2" for a storm door. Will a 36" x 80" Larson storm door fit?

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No! The door is bigger than the frame.

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Will a 35-inch door fit a 32-inch frame?

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No.

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Will a door measuring 32 x80 fit a doorway that is 33.5?

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It's a bit short, but you can fit a rubber weather strip to the bottom of the door.

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My space is 31 x 81. What do I buy?

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You could order a custom door to match the measurements exactly, but this would cost a fair amount. Another option is to use a zbar with a 30" door and fit a rubber weather strip to accommodate the small gap at the bottom of the door.

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