The most common suggestion to reinforce a door frame is to use three
inch screws that can reach into the jack stud. When you insert a three
screw it does feel like it adds more strength to the jamb. But this is
only because there has not been enough time for the chemical reactions
with the metal screws and wooden stud. Over time the grip of the screw
into the wood will weaken. What is never show or seen is actually where
the screws are going into the stud. When you add thickness of the sheet
rock the screws will only catch the edge of the soft pine wall stud and
like the jamb this wood will easily split and break. This photo is a
good example of what is really taking place with the screws and the
stud. As the door opens and closes the connection with the stuc and
screws will loosen. Better that nothing yes but it is not a serious
answer to the problem. That's why the Kikgard Shield does not rely on
screws to resist force impact. Www.kikgard.com
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