[ron45]

An idea to toy with.

Extreme heat build up between the two doors can cause the entry door to warp and sometimes even melt, etc..

What if there was a way to vent that heat out of the jamb area.?

Start by installing two of these at the top of each door jamb and making it possible to vent the hot air to somewhere as to not cause any problems.

Maurice Franklin 1-1/2" Louver & Screen Vent - EACH (Aluminum)

Any thoughts, ideas.??

 

[XSleeper]

What if there was a way to vent that heat out of the jamb area.?

They already have products to vent storm doors. Windows with screens. Or venting windows on top and bottom. Or if you prefer the full glass look, they have vents that can be cut into the extrusions above and below the door. These vents slide open and closed as desired. Called canopy head vent by one company.

https://www.gerkin.com/imgs/replacement-parts/storm-doors/SDHDVNT_V2.jpg

 

[ron45]

They already have products to vent storm doors. Windows with screens. Or venting windows on top and bottom. Or if you prefer the full glass look, they have vents that can be cut into the extrusions above and below the door. These vents slide open and closed as desired. Called canopy head vent by one company.

https://www.gerkin.com/imgs/replacement-parts/storm-doors/SDHDVNT_V2.jpg

That is a great idea but you would have to purchase a door set up for the kit.

I'm looking for a way anybody can do it with any door they may already have or will purchase.

 

[XSleeper]

No, I have retrofit them onto any kind of storm door.

 

[ron45]

No, I have retrofit them onto any kind of storm door.

You might be the exception to the rule. Not many people would be able cut that precise or have the tools to do so.

Most people do have a drill and can drill holes, etc..

Again, I like the idea you posted.

 

[XSleeper]

You drill 2 holes through the door on each end then connect those holes with a jigsaw or skilsaw.

Venting through the jamb is not real practical. The space around the jamb is not very big to begin with and it is usually stuffed full of insulation.

 

[ron45]

I have one now that just vents into the cavity behind the insulation toward the outer wall. Seems to be doing okay but thought it could be better.
It doesn't get clogged and bugs don't get into it.