What Is the Standard Door Casing Reveal?
Installing a casing, the molding around a window or door, is usually the last bit of finish work when adding or refinishing a door.JambA jamb is the finish piece of wood that surrounds a closed-door edge. It is fastened to the studs around the door opening. The door is attached to the jamb with hinges. The jamb also holds the latch strike plate where the knob latch sits.CasingThe casing is the decorative moulding that surrounds a door. It is fastened perpendicular to the jamb edge and flush onto the wall surfaces surrounding the door.The RevealThe reveal is where the jamb meets the casing. If you look at a closed door, the reveal is the narrow edge of the jamb that is visible, or revealed.Standard Reveal WidthThe standard reveal can vary but is usually at least 1/8 inch and seldom more than 1/4 inch. Allow enough overlap of the jamb for solid fastening but far enough out to not touch the hinge.
