With the
invention of the door came a new and beloved part of humanity - privacy. Though
interaction is an essential part of every civilization, so too is the need for
time alone, an area to call one's own. The door was the perfect way to ensure
that was possible. However, a door cannot stand on its own. It requires
support. That comes in the form of a door jamb. Often overlooked, ignored, or
underappreciated, the door jamb plays a very important role in every home.
Levelling and Support
The primary
purpose of the crime prevention doorjamb, and the door
frame as a whole, is to provide a lasting support for the door. When hung, the
door relies on this framing. The components of the frame are installed with
care to ensure that the door hangs level to the floor. If this is not done
properly, the door would hang uneven or crooked. This may result in several
different problems. The door may not swing open and closed smoothly. It could
leave spaces unfilled, even when closed, which decreased the efficiency of the
home. For these reasons, and many others, the door jambs must be hung properly
and provide a tough resilience, so the door continues to function at its best.
Hinging and Closing
There are a few
added components to every door that allow it to operate as it should. The
hinges, for instance, allow it to swing open and closed without tipping. These
hinges are screwed directly into the door jamb. If the jamb is weak, improperly
installed, or experiencing dry rot, the door would lack the necessary strength
and could fail. This is essential for crime prevention. Similarly, the closing
mechanism, which is operated by the handle or knob, meets the door jamb.
Locking and Protection
A strong door jamb provides a desirable sense
of protection against burglary and theft. While one may believe the type of
door or the quality of the locking system to be most essential, without a
strong jamb, neither will matter. The reason for this is because a deadbolt
locking system feeds from the door into the jamb.
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