Ideas for outer door

[Bec1208]

My brother in law is visiting and offered to make a outer door for me. Our initial thoughts are to make it in stainless steel. He suggested a hinged design that would be mounted to the face of the outer arch. He would make a frame, about 2 inches wide that would be screwed onto the face of the arch. The frame would have pin hinges that would support the weight of the doors and allow the half doors to be easily lifted off the pin if desired. Assuming this design makes sense, we would like suggestions to help complete the design.

First, what metal should he use and what thickness. He has 1/8" stainless he could use but does not know if this will be adequate.

I want an adjustable vest but don't know what size the unrestricted opening needs to be.

He is highly skilled in metal workings and worked as a professional welder until his recent retirement.

[V-wiz]

Re: Ideas for outer door

Whatever you build make sure its insulated, if you want to take full advantage of a insulated oven.

[Bec1208]

Re: Ideas for outer door

Thanks for the reply. I have a 4" thick insulated door for the inner arch. This would be an outer door that would help hold in heat while preheating and baking. He and his wife are spending a few days in Pensacola with friends. They will be back Tue. and I will try to illustrate his initial ideas.

I attached some pics of my inner door. I started with a 4" deep sheet pan and basically cut hammered and beat it into shape. Like many I have not been able to finish (counters etc...) the oven once it became fully functional. I am very happy with having a working oven though honestly can't believe I pulled it off. Again I appreciate the help and support I received from this forum, without whom never have been possible.