Door trim question

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  1. mbg1973

    mbg1973 Member

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    I am wanting to remove the trim that goes around the window on the doors. How do I remove it without messing it up?
     
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    Mavman72 Gone backwards but lookin' forward

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    Very slowly.Use a wide putty knife.Start with the top trim piece.Slip the putty knife under the trim where it wraps over the top of the door frame.Gently lift the trim edge with the putty knife while tapping the handle with a block of wood or small hammer.Go slow and it will start to come off the frame.Work forward from the back corner.Dont forget the top piece overlaps the verticle piece at the back of the frame(try not to kink the corner)Once the top edge is loose from the frame the trim will either come off or you will have to put slight downward pressure on it to get it to let go of the bottom edge of the door frame.Repeat for the verticle trim piece.Dont yank/twist or bend the trim unless you are very good at straightening stainless trim.Go slow and be patient,Good luck.
     
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    cool thanks for the info
     

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