How to Cut Metal Aluminium Transition Strips

How to Cut Metal Aluminium Transition Strips

Metal transition Aluminium strips join two types of flooring together to provide a smooth transition between the two materials. Transition Aluminium strips are available in different material types, with metal transitions being the most common when joining vinyl-flooring materials. Metal Aluminium transitions usually mount to the substrate with screws, but it is also acceptable to glue them into place. It is common when using two types of flooring material to join them in doorways. By placing the transition or floor joint in a doorway, the door covers the transition when it is closed. Most metal transitional Aluminium strips require cutting them to length during typical installation.

1
Measure the width of the door opening or the length of the applicable transition with a tape measure and transfer the measurement to a transition strip with a pencil.
2
Place the transition Aluminium strip on a stable work surface such as a sawhorse.
3
Cut the transition strip using a hacksaw or a multipurpose tool equipped with a hardwood/ Aluminium sheet metal-cutting accessory.
4
Sand the edges of the transition strip to remove any sharp edges or burrs.
Things You Will Need
Tape measure
Pencil
Sawhorse
Hacksaw
Multipurpose tool
Hardwood/sheet metal-cutting bit
Tips
Place heavy objects on the transition Aluminium strip to hold it in place and to ensure a tight bond when installing transitions with adhesive.
Notch the transition around doorstops when necessary to provide a professional-looking result.
Warning
Wear protective eye gear when cutting with power tools.