How to Install: Wall Jambs
Wall jambs provide a perfectly plumb vertical surface for your wardrobe doors to close against.
1. When is a Wall Jamb Required?
Wall jambs are only installed against existing walls.
- End Panel Exception: If your wardrobe design utilizes an end panel, a wall jamb is not required for that side. Because your end panel has been installed perfectly plumb, it acts as the jamb for your doors to hit.
2. Setting Your Depth
The standard depth for a built-in wardrobe is 600mm.
- Standard Measurement: Measure 600mm out from the back wall at the base and the top to mark your vertical line.
- The Pelmet Exception: If your design includes a pelmet (16mm deep), pull your measurement back to 584mm.
3. Preparation & Fixing
- Clearing the Path: Use a multi-tool to cut back your cornice and skirting boards so the jamb sits flush against the wall.
- Fixing: For a tidy finish without visible screw holes, apply a generous amount of construction adhesive to the back of the jamb before fixing.
4. Precision Leveling
It is extremely important that the wall jamb is perfectly plumb so that the doors close flush against it.
- Pro Tip: Use a long spirit level to check the jamb once it is on the wall. If needed, use a mallet to tap it into the perfect position while the adhesive is still wet.
