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Brickmold trim casings on both doors and windows are very prone to rot. This video from The Honest Carpenter will show you how to remove and replace rotted brickmold on a door frame with simple carpentry tools!

Tools:
Oscillating Multi-tool
Utility Knife
16 oz Hammer
Brad Nailer/Compressor
Miter Saw
Six-in-One Painter's Tool
Cat's Paw (Nail Puller)
Combination Square
Caulking Gun


Materials:
PVC Brickmold
Siliconized Acrylic Latex Caulk
Galvanized Brad Nails (2")

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How-To:
1) Mark a perpendicular line on the face of brickmold with a combination square and pencil.
2) Cut through marked line with oscillating multi-tool; be careful not to overcut into door jamb or siding.
3) Cut caulk lines around brickmold with utility knife.
3) Remove cut lower portion of brickmold with 5-in-1 and hammer.
4) Measure open area from lower surface up to underside of remaining brickmold.
5) Cut replacement piece of PVC brickmold (be sure to cut miter on bottom if necessary).
6) Prep area by caulking underside of existing brickmold.
7) Install new brickmold piece with galvanized brad nails.
8) Caulk perimeter of replacement.
9) Paint with exterior-grade paint.

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