Convert Arched doorway

[Leandro]

Hello all,

Interested to learn how to convert an arched gyprock doorway into a more modern squared off look.

Anybody done it themselves?

Cheers

Leo

 

[marg4000]

Nope, but planning to (we have 3), so interested in any replies.
Marg

 

[imonmyway]

I havent done it but the curves at the top are just inserts that need to be knocked out

 

[pennyk]

we got a builder to do it... we are not DYI people! I think we also widened the doorway. it cost about $500, I think.
Pen

 

[lizzie]

just rip it out - carefully - you will find the arching is just inserts, and that there is a squared off frame inside at the top.

basically, follow the current lower doorway line and cut the gyprock up and over so that it breaks off cleanly - and then you'll be able to see what you're working with.

 

[Leandro]

just rip it out - carefully - you will find the arching is just inserts, and that there is a squared off frame inside at the top.

basically, follow the current lower doorway line and cut the gyprock up and over so that it breaks off cleanly - and then you'll be able to see what you're working with.

Thanks Lizzie, what do you cut the gyprock with for this fine work? The usual sharp knife?

 

[lizzie]

sharp stanley knife will do

 

[RumpledElf]

And a metal ruler if you like *straight* lines

 

[Leandro]

Haha, fair enough.

I imagine that after you take out the inserts you then need to fill the hole with a new piece of gyprock? Or is it possible the inserts went in over a squared off frame already?

 

[wylie]

You either can cut up to the frame, or put your own frame in at the height you are wanting.

 

[Leandro]

Thanks Wylie, the existing height is good so hopefully wont need to put another frame in.