Use and Care Guide

Active Slab
Active slab(s) are any slab(s) on double door systems that operate and
include locking hardware.
Astragal
The vertical trim attached to the inactive slab of a double door that
bridges the gap between the slabs when closed and provides weather
and overswing protection.
Boot-glaze
The method by which glass is set and sealed into a panel with a rubber-
like beige or gray gasket (“boot”).
Door Sweep
Weatherstrip that attaches to the bottom of a swinging patio door
panel, providing a barrier against the elements.
Frame
The assembly of structural members (head, sill, and jambs) used to
fasten the window/patio door to the structure.
Handing
The operating direction of an entry door; refers to the way the entry
door will swing or slide to open (right-handed or left-handed).
Hinge
A jointed or exible device on which a door or window turns.
Hinge Pin
A pin in the center of a hinge that holds the two parts together and
allows them to pivot.
Jamb
The vertical frame members of a window or patio door assembly.
Kerf
A groove that often holds weatherstrip.
Keyway
The slot in the lock where the key is inserted.
Lock Jamb
The side jamb that houses the lock strike plate; the door slab closes into
the lock jamb.
Passive Slab
The slab of a double door system that has the astragal mounted to it;
the active slab locks into the passive slab.
Pilot Hole
A drilled hole that is no larger than the body of the screw (minus
thethreads).
Rail
The horizontal members of a door slab.
Reveal
The space between the slab and the frame.
Score
To inscribe a line with a sharp instrument.
Shoot Bolt
A locking component which, when activated, extends vertically from
the end of an inactive slab and engages a strike plate in the head and
sill of the frame.
Slab
An assembly comprised of stiles (vertical pieces), rails (horizontal pieces)
that is installed into a frame.
Stile
The vertical members of a door slab.
Strike Plate
A bracket xed to the frame utilized as a latching point for
lockingsystems.
Weatherstrip
A strip of exible material that lls the joint between the door slab and
the frame and is used to prevent rain, snow, and air from entering.
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