9 X 7 Garage Door Rough Opening

A garage door rough opening (RO) is the opening in the wall of a building where a garage door will be installed. The RO should be sized to accommodate the garage door, including the frame and any necessary hardware. For a 9 x 7 garage door, the RO should be 9 feet 6 inches wide by 6 feet 6 inches high.

The rough opening for a garage door is typically framed with 2x4 or 2x6 lumber. The door frame is then attached to the rough opening and the garage door is installed in the frame. It's important to make sure that the rough opening is square and plumb, as this will ensure that the garage door will fit and operate properly.

Here are the steps on how to frame a garage door rough opening:

Mark the location of the rough opening on the wall of the building.
Cut the rough opening using a circular saw or reciprocating saw.
Frame the rough opening with 2x4 or 2x6 lumber.
Install the header above the rough opening.
Install the jambs on the sides of the rough opening.
Install the sill at the bottom of the rough opening.
Square and plumb the rough opening.

Once the rough opening is framed, you can then install the garage door frame and the garage door.

Here are some additional tips for framing a garage door rough opening:

Use treated lumber for the rough opening if it will be exposed to the elements.
Make sure that the rough opening is at least 2 inches wider and 1 inch taller than the garage door.
Install the header at least 6 inches above the top of the rough opening.
Install the jambs at least 3 inches from the sides of the rough opening.
Install the sill at least 2 inches from the bottom of the rough opening.

By following these steps, you can ensure that your garage door rough opening is framed correctly and will provide a secure and weathertight installation for your garage door.