Door Capping
Professional door capping (aluminum cladding) in Toronto & GTA. Eliminate painting, prevent rot, and give your doors a finished look. 29+ years.
About Our Door Capping Service
Door capping wraps the exterior wood trim around your doors with durable aluminum cladding. The result is a maintenance-free, weather-resistant finish that eliminates painting and prevents rot.
We custom-bend aluminum on-site to precisely fit your door frames. Choose from a wide range of colours to match or complement your home's exterior. The finished product looks crisp and professional for decades.
Door capping is often done alongside window capping and siding projects, but can be a standalone service to refresh your entry without a full renovation.
Check Before Capping
We always inspect wood trim before capping. Capping over rotted wood just hides the problem temporarily. If rot is present, we'll recommend repair or replacement first.
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Why This Matters for Your Home
Understanding the importance of proper maintenance and quality workmanship.
Eliminate Painting
Never paint your door trim again. Aluminum maintains its colour for decades.
Prevent Rot
Wood trim is vulnerable to moisture. Aluminum capping creates a waterproof barrier.
Clean Appearance
Crisp, factory-finished look that enhances your home's curb appeal.
Pest Resistance
Sealed aluminum eliminates entry points for carpenter ants and other pests.
Our Process
What to expect when you work with Tip Top Trough.
Measurement
We measure all trim pieces for precise aluminum bending.
Wood Inspection
Underlying wood is inspected for rot or damage. Repairs made if needed.
Custom Bending
Aluminum is bent on-site to match your exact trim profiles.
Installation
Aluminum capping is secured over existing trim with hidden fasteners.
Caulking & Finishing
All joints are caulked with colour-matched sealant for a seamless look.
Our Work
See examples of our craftsmanship across the GTA.
"So tired of painting trim every few years. The capping looks great and I never have to think about it."
Frank S.
Pickering • Door Capping
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about door capping services.
QCan door capping be done in any colour?
We offer a wide range of standard colours. Custom colours can be ordered for an additional cost and lead time.
QWill capping hide existing rot damage?
We don't cap over damaged wood. If rot is present, we'll repair or replace the trim first. Capping over rot just delays the inevitable.
QHow long does door capping take?
A typical door takes 1–2 hours. Most homes can have all doors capped in a single day.
QDoes capping change the appearance of my trim?
Slightly. The aluminum adds about 1/16 inch of material, and the profile may differ slightly from your original wood trim. Most homeowners prefer the finished look.
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