Door Jamb

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Some people may find themselves wondering what the term door jamb really means (though this kind of door jamb wonderment probably happens in times of complete and total boredom). Some of you may know exactly what a door jamb is - perhaps you're a handyman or a door expert - but others may have no clue as to the purpose of a door jamb. Some of you may know that a door jamb is part of a door, but not know which part. Some of you may know that a door jamb involves locks, but not know how a door jamb and locks work. And, some of you may simply think that a door jamb, is door jam - something that is put on a peanut butter sandwich.

To put all of this door jamb excitement to rest, let's discuss the mystery that surrounds the door jamb. By definition, a door jamb is the vertical frame of the door. It is usually made of wood and helps keep the door in place. But the door jamb doesn't stop there.

The most important job of the door jamb is to serve and protect, making sure the door is secure and you and your family are as well. The door jamb is highly important to the over all functioning of the door. This is because the door jamb is what keeps the lock in place. Most locks, such as deadbolts, stay inside the door jamb once they are engaged. If a door jamb is weak, it will not hold a lock and the door can easily be forced open by anyone. However, if the door jamb is strong, it will keep the door locked, keeping out robbers, thieves, and people trying to get you to sign up for magazine subscriptions.

For this reason, door jambs are important, though they are often overlooked as important members of the household. With so much focus placed on locks, the door jamb can fall by the waist side, feeling left out and underappreciated and sending a dirty look to the deadbolt that takes all the credit.

A good door jamb will keep a door secure and in place, keeping your safety secure and in place too.

 

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