Commercial Door Threshold | 5" Wide | 36", 48" or 72" | Aluminum or Black

Create a durable, clean transition at commercial door openings with the CDW 5" Saddle Threshold, designed for storefront, hollow metal, wood, and other compatible commercial door applications.

The broad 5" saddle profile provides dependable coverage across the bottom of the opening while helping create a smooth transition between adjoining floor surfaces.

Choose between a 1/4" or 1/2" rise, with 36", 48", and 72" lengths available to accommodate standard single-door and paired-door openings. Current CDW configurations are offered in Aluminum or Black finishes.

Key Features

• CDW / Commercial Door Worx threshold

• 5" wide saddle profile

• Choice of 1/4" or 1/2" rise

• Heavy-duty commercial construction

• Creates a smooth transition at door openings

• Helps protect flooring edges from traffic and wear

• Suitable for interior and compatible exterior applications

• Works well with commercial door sweeps and weatherstripping

• Available in multiple lengths

• Available in Aluminum or Black

• Can be field trimmed where appropriate

• Ideal for new construction, replacement, and retrofit projects

Available Rise Options

1/4" Rise

The 1/4" profile provides an especially low transition for openings where reduced threshold height is desired.

Ideal for:

• Low-clearance applications

• Interior commercial doors

• Storefront entrances

• Retrofit projects

• Openings requiring a minimal transition

1/2" Rise

The 1/2" profile provides additional height while maintaining the low-profile saddle shape commonly used on commercial door openings.

CDW's current 1/2" aluminum threshold uses a 5" wide extruded aluminum profile and is intended for commercial entry applications.

Always verify project accessibility, door-bottom clearance, and applicable code requirements before installation.

Available Lengths

Choose from:

• 36"

• 48"

• 72"

The current CDW saddle threshold family includes all three lengths.

36"

Ideal for common 3'0" commercial single-door openings.

48"

Ideal for wider commercial single doors and custom openings.

72"

Well suited for paired doors, double-door openings, and wider commercial entrances.

Available Finishes

Aluminum

Clean commercial appearance that coordinates with:

• Clear-anodized storefront framing

• Aluminum door sweeps

• Commercial entrance hardware

• Standard architectural aluminum finishes

Black

Ideal for:

• Black storefront framing

• Dark architectural hardware

• Contemporary commercial entrances

• Coordinated black weatherstripping packages

5" Saddle Profile

The 5" wide profile provides broad coverage across the door opening and creates a gradual transition between adjoining floor surfaces.

A saddle-style threshold is commonly used at:

• Hollow metal door openings

• Aluminum storefront entrances

• Commercial wood doors

• Exterior entrances

• Interior transition points

• Replacement threshold applications

Weather-Sealing Applications

When paired with a properly adjusted door sweep or door bottom, the saddle threshold can help improve sealing at the bottom of the opening.

A complete door-bottom sealing system can help reduce:

• Drafts

• Dust

• Dirt

• Moisture

• Insects

• Light beneath the door

• Air infiltration

The threshold itself should be properly sealed to the floor during installation to reduce water and air movement beneath the extrusion.

Product Specifications

Brand: CDW / Commercial Door Worx
Product Type: Saddle Threshold
Width: 5"
Rise Options: 1/4" / 1/2"
Length Options: 36" / 48" / 72"
Finish Options: Aluminum / Black
Application: Commercial Door Openings
Mounting: Floor / Sill Mount
Use: New Installation / Replacement / Retrofit

Common Applications

Ideal for:

• Hollow metal doors

• Aluminum storefront doors

• Commercial wood doors

• Retail entrances

• Office buildings

• Schools and universities

• Hospitals

• Healthcare facilities

• Government buildings

• Warehouses

• Manufacturing facilities

• Restaurants

• Apartment common areas

• Institutional facilities

Choosing the Correct Rise

Before ordering, measure:

• Existing threshold height

• Door-bottom clearance

• Floor elevation on both sides of the opening

• Existing sweep or door-bottom position

• Required transition height

Choose:

1/4" Rise for a lower-profile transition.

1/2" Rise where additional threshold height or door-bottom sealing contact is required.

Do not increase threshold height without confirming door clearance and accessibility requirements.

Installation Notes

Before installation, verify:

• Opening width

• Required threshold length

• 5" width

• Required rise

• Door swing

• Door-bottom clearance

• Floor condition

• Required finish

• Existing weatherstripping

• Accessibility requirements

For exterior applications, suitable sealant should typically be installed beneath the threshold to help prevent water infiltration.

Fasteners should be selected according to the substrate, such as:

• Concrete

• Wood

• Steel

• Other suitable commercial flooring construction

Field Trimming

The threshold may be cut to fit when appropriate.

When trimming:

1. Measure the opening carefully.

2. Mark the threshold.

3. Cut the extrusion square.

4. Remove burrs and sharp edges.

5. Test-fit before fastening.

6. Seal beneath the threshold as required.

Replacement Applications

Use this threshold when an existing unit is:

• Bent

• Cracked

• Corroded

• Loose

• Damaged by carts or equipment

• Creating an uneven transition

• No longer sealing properly

• Being replaced as part of a weatherstripping upgrade

What's Included

(1) CDW 5" Saddle Threshold