Knockdown metal doorjambs also known as drywall jambs or slip on frames fit into the door frame with a pre formed stop eliminating additional trim work.
Steel door jamb installation.
Attach steel jamb studs to the floor through floor anchor or floor extension.
Install steel jamb studs to floor and ceiling runners and tightly against frame anchors.
Slide the top of the hinge jamb over the drywall at the side of the opening.
A solid door jamb is important if you want your door to open and close properly.
Install the door frame into the rough opening.
We ll teach you how to level and install a door jamb yourself.
It s essential that doors and frames are installed properly.
To install a door jamb start by measuring the door frame and cutting the wood to size.
Push the hinge jamb up until it is almost vertical.
Install 1 inch wood spreaders every 36 inches as illustrated.
How to install a knockdown metal door jamb.
Steel door and frame installation.
Check for plumb and square.
Push the hinge jamb to vertical.
People often blame the manufacturer when there are issues when in fact the problem lies with poor installation.
Next add glue to the end of 1 of your longer pieces of wood and attach a shorter piece to it.
The videos below demonstrate how to install doors and frames the right way.
Join the head jamb to the side jambs by inserting the tabs into the slots.