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What is a door jamb?

A door jamb is an upright side of a door opening. A door frame has two: the hinge jamb, where the door hangs, and the lock jamb on the other side.

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What is a hinge jamb?

The hinge jamb is the upright side of the frame that carries the door's hinges. The federal glossary describes it as the part of the door assembly the door is attached and secured to through the hinges. “JAMB/WALL—That component of a door assembly to which a door is attached and secured by means of the hinges.” Source: National Bureau of Standards, hosted by NIST, read 2026-10-30.

What does door jamb mean in building terminology?

In building terms a jamb is an upright side member of a door or window opening, and the top member is the head. DOE's door-installation job aid asks for jambs that are plumb, meaning truly vertical, before a new door goes in. “JAMB—The exposed vertical member of either side of a door or window opening.” Source: National Bureau of Standards, hosted by NIST, read 2026-10-30. “HEAD—Top horizontal member of a door or window frame.” Source: National Bureau of Standards, hosted by NIST, read 2026-10-30. “Prepare opening by ensuring that jambs are plumb and threshold is level.” Source: U.S. Department of Energy, Weatherization Assistance Program, read 2026-10-30.

What Is Jamb Depth?

Jamb depth is the width of the jamb, measured perpendicular to the face of the door or wall at the edge of the opening. “JAMB DEPTH—The width of the jamb, measured perpendicular to the door or wall face at the edge of the opening.” Source: National Bureau of Standards, hosted by NIST, read 2026-10-30.

What are the parts of a door jamb called?

A door frame has two upright jambs, named the hinge jamb and the lock jamb, with the head across the top. A jamb anchor is the metal device that ties a jamb to the wall. “DOOR JAMBS—The two vertical components of a door frame called the hinge jamb and the lock jamb.” Source: National Bureau of Standards, hosted by NIST, read 2026-10-30. “JAMB ANCHOR—A metal device inserted in or attached to the wall side of a jamb to secure the frame to the wall.” Source: National Bureau of Standards, hosted by NIST, read 2026-10-30.

Why Should I Repair My Door Jamb?

Damage to a jamb can affect how a door moves, closes and locks. DOE explains that misalignment can remain even after the hardware or the door itself is replaced, and the poor fit can allow air leaks. “Even with new hardware, a damaged door or doorjamb may cause misalignment, resulting in a door that does not open or close properly, cannot lock effectively, and is prone to air leaks.” Source: U.S. Department of Energy, read 2026-10-30. “Even with a new door, a damaged frame (head jamb and/or side jambs) may cause misalignment, resulting in a door that does not open or close properly and is prone to air leaks.” Source: U.S. Department of Energy, read 2026-10-30.

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