Front and Back Door Draught Proofing Kit | FAQ
Q: Will this actually work on my door?
A: This kit is designed for two hinged external doors with gaps up to 10mm on the sides and top, including uneven gaps. The door bottom gap can be up to 16mm. If your door opens and closes normally, this system will work. If you’re unsure, send us a photo — we’ll confirm before you buy.
Q: What if I order the wrong kit?
A: We’re here to help you get it right. If you’re unsure, contact us before ordering.
If you’ve already purchased, get in touch and we’ll help you find the correct solution.
Q: Will my door still open and close properly?
A: Yes. The system is designed to seal gaps while allowing your door to operate smoothly. It will not jam, bind, or make your door hard to close when installed correctly.
If you have difficulty closing your door after installation, can we humbly suggest that you watch the installation videos in the “How to Install” tab.
Q: How long does installation take?
A: Most customers complete installation in a few hours for both doors. Many finish in under an afternoon, and that includes taking the celebratory photos to send to us!
Q: What tools or skill level do I need?
A: No. This is a DIY-friendly kit with step-by-step video instructions. Basic household tools are all that’s required.
Q: How is this better than stick-on door seals?
A: Unlike adhesive foam strips, this system is designed for long-term performance (10+ years). It handles uneven gaps, won’t peel off in heat, and maintains a proper seal over time,m even if the door moves.
Q: Will it work if my door gaps are uneven?
A: Yes. This system is specifically designed to handle uneven gaps - a very common issue in Australian homes.
Q: What exactly am I getting in this kit?
A: This kit contains everything needed to seal two external doors - top, sides and bottom - including the components, fixings and seals.
To help match the joinery of your door jamb and door furniture, there are 3 different colour options:
- Timber / Bronze draught excluder
- White Aluminium / Silver draught excluder
- Black Aluminium / Black draught excluder
Q: My front door is a double door. Is this still the right kit?
A: No, it is not. This kit is suitable for two single hinged doors only. The double doors are best treated with one of our French Door Kits.
Q: My front door is quite wide. Will this kit still work?
A: The width limitation of this kit is the width of the RP3 bottom draught excluder which is 920mm between the jams. If your door is wider than that, then you can still treat it with these components but you will need to buy them individually so that you can option the extra-long 1220mm RP3.
Q: Is it better to fit the Draught Dodgers to the ground first and then fit the RP3 in between?
A: Technically yes, but the problem with this method is that it means that the RP3 actuator must be fitted on the angled face of the Draught Dodgers and that does not work well.
Q: It is possible to combine two different coloured mouldings in the two door kit?
A: For the two-door perimeter seal kit, the Draught Dodgers need to be supplied in the same colour. Unfortunately, we can’t split the kit into one white and one black.
The reason is that the two-door kit is designed with one shared length of moulding for the top of both doors. Because doors are usually taller than they are wide, that top piece is cut to size and used across both doors. This shared piece is part of what allows the two-door kit to be offered at a slightly better price than buying two single-door kits.
If we split the colours, one door would end up with the wrong colour across the top section - which rather defeats the purpose of choosing a matching finish.
Q: I want to paint my Draught Dodgers. What should I watch out for?
A: Both Raw Timber and Aliminium Draught Dodgers can be painted. Raw Timber Draught Dodgers can easily be stained or painted either before fitting or after fitting. Please note that only the timber part of the Draught Dodgers should be painted. Do not attempt to paint the seals. To ensure a good result, apply undercoat, sand, first coat, sand and final coat. If painting after installation, be sure to remove the seals first. Keep them in a safe place and refit them after painting is complete. Aluminium Draught Dodgers can also be successfully painted. Check out the detailed video in the How To section or read this guide.
Q: Can I fit Draught Dodgers if my door knob is close to the door jamb? How do I avoid jamming my fingers or knuckles?
A: If your door has a door knob is really close to the door jamb you can install Draught Dodgers in one of the following two ways:
- Option 1 - Tailor Your Draught Dodgers: Install the Draught Dodger with a small break around the door knob area. Instead of running the moulding in one continuous length past the knob, you cut the Draught Dodger slightly above and below the knob. The ends can be cut on an angle so your hand has more room to move and your knuckles do not crash into the seal every time you open the door. On timber draught dodgers, this looks fine. The draught dodger edges can be sanded to smooth the look and feel. On aluminium draught dodgers, it is not as aesthetically pleasing, but you can certainly apply products to seal the internal core of the aluminium moulding.
- Option 2 - Replace Door Knob with a Door Handle: Lever handles keep your knuckles further away from the edge of the door. Instead of wrapping your hand around a round knob right next to the jamb, your hand sits out on the handle. That gives you more clearance, makes the door easier to open, and avoids the whole awkward knuckle-meets-Draught-Dodger situation.