CA2294407A1 - Door frame jamb formed of wood - Google Patents

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CA2294407A1
CA2294407A1 CA002294407A CA2294407A CA2294407A1 CA 2294407 A1 CA2294407 A1 CA 2294407A1 CA 002294407 A CA002294407 A CA 002294407A CA 2294407 A CA2294407 A CA 2294407A CA 2294407 A1 CA2294407 A1 CA 2294407A1
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Carroll W. Cope
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Marley Mouldings LLC
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    • EFIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E06DOORS, WINDOWS, SHUTTERS, OR ROLLER BLINDS IN GENERAL; LADDERS
    • E06BFIXED OR MOVABLE CLOSURES FOR OPENINGS IN BUILDINGS, VEHICLES, FENCES OR LIKE ENCLOSURES IN GENERAL, e.g. DOORS, WINDOWS, BLINDS, GATES
    • E06B1/00Border constructions of openings in walls, floors, or ceilings; Frames to be rigidly mounted in such openings
    • E06B1/04Frames for doors, windows, or the like to be fixed in openings
    • E06B1/26Frames of plastics
    • E06B1/30Frames of plastics composed of several parts with respect to the cross-section of the frame itself
    • EFIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E06DOORS, WINDOWS, SHUTTERS, OR ROLLER BLINDS IN GENERAL; LADDERS
    • E06BFIXED OR MOVABLE CLOSURES FOR OPENINGS IN BUILDINGS, VEHICLES, FENCES OR LIKE ENCLOSURES IN GENERAL, e.g. DOORS, WINDOWS, BLINDS, GATES
    • E06B1/00Border constructions of openings in walls, floors, or ceilings; Frames to be rigidly mounted in such openings
    • E06B1/04Frames for doors, windows, or the like to be fixed in openings
    • E06B1/32Frames composed of parts made of different materials

Abstract

A door frame jamb assembly is provided for holding a door and is constructed as an integral unit for transport to the construction site and attachment to a door frame opening. The frame assembly is constructed of several portions. A jamb portion, which is formed of wood and is the portion attachable to the door frame opening. A rigid vinyl extender portion is formed of cellular resin and is attached to the end of the jamb portion. A rigid brick molding portion, which is also formed of cellular resin, has a notch formed therein to receive the second end of the vinyl extender portion.

Description

DOOR FRAME JAMB FORMED OF WOOD AND VINYL
The present application claims the enefit cf U.S.
~rovisionai Application ~eriai No. 50/1,y5,J98, fi:Led ~anuary ~5, x.999.
BACIZGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Door frame structures typically are formed as separate structures and then installed at the construction site. The frame structure typically includes a three sided niece ;top and two sidesi, =rom which a door is hung. The structure is inserted into an appropriate doorway opening formed in the home or building under construction.-Door frame structures typically comprise a jamb portion onto which the door hinges are attached. The jamb must be of sufficient strength to hold the heavy door and withstand the punishment typically endured throughout its life. The frame and jamb portion are typically constructed of wood.
Unfortunately, wood and wood-treated structures have a tendency to degrade and warp or rot under outside weather conditions. Thus, efforts have been made to attach vinyl or other types of structures or coatings to the outside of the wood surface to provide protection from the environment.
One example of such an effort is shown in U.S.
Patent No. 5,758,458 to Ridge. The Ridge patent discloses a door frame assembly that is attachable to a stud or post adjacent a door frame opening. The assembly includes a wood support panel that is attachable to the stud or post. A
base strip formed of extruded polymer is attached to and covers the exterior end of the support panel. The base strip is attached tc the stud by nails driven through a fin that extends outwardly from the base strip.
A stop strip of extruded polymer is mounted adjacent to the inner face of the support panel and attached to the support panel. The base strip and the stop strip are separately formed as distinct pieces. The hollcw centers and thin panels of the extruded strips in the Ridge patent indicate the use of rigid polymer, such as rigid polyvinyl chloride.
The present invention involves the use of vinyl attachments to the wood jamb that are formed of cellular or foamed polymer to provide an attractive, yet environmentally protected door frame and jamb.
SUI~HARY OF THE INVENTION
In one embodiment, a door frame jamb assembly is provided for holding a door. The frame jamb assembly is constructed as an integral unit for transport to the construction site and attachment to a door frame opening.
The frame assembly is constructed of several pieces. One piece is the jamb portion, which is formed of wood and is the portion attachable to the door frame opening. The jamb portion has an interior end and an exterior end, which face the interior and exterior of the door opening, respectively.
A second portion of the frame assembly is a rigid vinyl extender portion. The extender portion is formed of cellular resin into a solid (not hollow) piece. The vinyl extender portion has a first end with a notch formed therein for receiving the exterior end of the jamb portion. The exterior end of the jamb portion is firmly attached to the notch of the vinyl extender portion.

A third piece or portion of the frame assembly is a rigid brick molding portion, which is also formed of cellular resin. The brick molding portion has a notch formed therein so that the second end of the vinyl extender S portion is received in and firmly attached to the notch.
Tre door frame jamb assembly also includes a flexible foam weatherstrip, which is firmly secured between the jamb portion and the vinyl extender portion. In one embodiment, the second end of the vinyl extender portion is formed in a tongue configuration. The notch formed in the brick molding portion is formed in a groove configuration to match the tongue configuration.
In one embodiment, the wood jamb portion has a notch formed along its interior end. The vinyl attachment piece is attached to the jamb portion along the notch. The foam weatherstrip is attached between the jamb portion and the vinyl extender portion in the notch. The foam weatherstrip also acts to cover the attachment between the jamb portion and the door frame opening.
The brick molding portion is also positioned adjacent the exterior end of the jamb portion. Its exterior surface faces the exterior of the door frame assembly and provides a smooth surface for ornamental purposes. The brick molding portion also includes a slot that holds a plastic fin for insulation purposes.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THS DRAWINGS
Figure 1 is a perspective view of the integral door frame jamb of the present invention from the interior side of the jamb.
Figure 2 is a top view of the door frame jamb of Figure 1.

Figure 3 is a perspective view of the door frame jamb of Figurel from the exterior side cf the jamb.
Figure 4 is a plan view of a doorway illustrating the environment of the present invention.
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DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
The present invention provides a door frame and, in particular, a door frame jamb made of wood and cellular or foamed vinyl plastic. The plastic portions are attached to the wood jamb along the outside of the frame.
A door and frame, such as used in the present invention, is shown in Figure 4. The door 10 is held onto frame 12 by a pair of hinges 14, 16. The frame 12 includes a horizontal portion 18 and two vertical or jamb portions 20, 22. The horizontal and vertical portions are preferably preformed to include the present invention. The door l0 is then hung onto the frame and the entire structure inserted and fixed within an appropriate opening at a residential or commercial construction site.
The details of the portions of the door frame jamb of the present invention are shown in Figures 1-3. Figure 1 provides a perspective view of the frame members from the interior of the jamb. Figure 3 provides a perspective view of the frame members from the exterior of the jamb. Figure 2 provides a plan view of the section shown in Figures 1 and 3.
As shown in Figures 1-3, the door frame 12 includes wood jamb portion 24, which is attached to the wood structure of the door opening. Hinges 14, shown in Figure 4, are attached to jamb portion 24. A vinyl extender portion 26 is attached to the end of jamb portion 24. vinyl extender 26 may be formed of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or any of a number of suitable plastics that can be extruded or injection molded. preferably, vinyl extender 25 is formed 'rom cellular or foamed plastic, which includes a blowing agent to cause expansion of the piece upon leaving the extruder. cellular plastic permits formation of a solid (non-hollow) vinyl extender piece of appropriate configuration.
The vinyl extender 26 is preferably formed with a series of notches or steps 28, 29, which allow attachment of the extender 26 to the wood jamb 24. A vinyl extension piece 30 may also be used to hold the end 32 of the wood jamb 24. The wood jamb is preferably cut with a notch 34 to provide a flush mounting for the extension piece 30. The extension piece 30 may be formed of rigid (non-cellular) or cellular plastic on account of its limited width. The extension piece is attached to the vinyl extender by glue, nails, screws or other attachment mechanisms known in the art.
A flexible foam weatherstrip 38 is preferably placed between the wood jamb 24 and the extender 26. The weatherstrip forms a seal between the edge of the door (not shown in Figures 1-3) and the wood jamb 24. The side panels 40, 42 of the extender 26 and extension piece 30, respectively, have a smooth surface to provide an attractive ornamental look to the extender.
The vinyl extender 26 is attached to a vinyl brick molding piece 44 at the end opposite of the wood jamb. The brick molding piece is also preferably formed of cellular or foamed plastic in order to provide a material of the proper thickness and necessary configuration. The extender may include a tongue piece 46 that fits within a matching groove 48 of the brick molding piece 44. Other types of connecting joints between the extender 26 and brick molding 44 are possible. The connection between the pieces may be made by glue or staple or ot:~er appropriate connection means.
~he brick molding provides the piece of the door frame that faces the exterior of she door cr building and is exposed to the environment. the brick molding 44 preferably includes a smooth surface 50 to provide an attractive ornamental piece. The brick molding may be formed of polyvinyl chloride or any other plastic suitable for extrusion cr injection molding, but is preferably formed of cellular plastic.
The brick molding 44 may include a notch or slot 52 for including a plastic fin 54. The fin 54 can be attached to siding or other portions of the door opening.
The wood jamb portion 24 is attached to the opening by nailing through piece 24. The nails may be placed near the weatherstrip piece so that the weatherstrip acts to cover the nails and shield them from view.
The door frame of the present invention therefore provides a wood jamb 24 with a vinyl plastic extender 26 and a brick molding piece 44. The frame provides an attractive exterior molding of vinyl plastic attached to a conventional wood jamb piece. The vinyl plastic protects the wood jamb from weather elements. The wood piece jamb may be nailed to the door opening in the conventional manner. The extruded or molded frame pieces provide a strong frame product that avoids the difficulties involved in attachment of vinyl strips or frames to a wood frame during the installation of the door and frame.
What is claimed is:

Claims (8)

1. A door frame jamb assembly for holding a door, said frame assembly being attachable to a door frame opening, said frame assembly comprising:
a jamb portion (24) formed of wood, said jamb portion being attachable to said door frame opening (12), said jamb portion having an interior end and an exterior end, a solid, non-hollow vinyl extender portion (26) formed of cellular resin, said vinyl extender portion (26) having a first end and a second end, said first end having a notch (28) formed therein for receiving said exterior end of said jamb portion (24), said exterior end of said jamb portion (24) being firmly attached to said notch (28) of said vinyl extender portion (26), a solid, non-hollow brick molding portion (44) formed of cellular resin, said brick molding portion (44) having a notch (48) formed therein, said second end (46) of said vinyl extender portion (26) being received in and firmly attached to said notch (48) formed in said brick molding portion (44);
a vinyl attachment piece (30) firmly secured to said jamb portion (24) and said vinyl extender portion (26), and, a flexible foam weatherstrip (38), said weatherstrip being firmly secured between said jamb portion (24) and said vinyl extender portion (26).
2. The door frame jamb assembly of claim 1 wherein said second end (46) of said vinyl extender portion (26) is formed in a tongue configuration, said notch (48) formed in said brick molding portion (44) being formed in a groove configuration to match said tongue configuration.
3. The door frame jamb assembly of claim 1 wherein said wood jamb portion (24) has a notch 34) formed along said interior end thereof, said vinyl attachment piece (30) being attached to said jamb cordon (24) along said notch (34).
4. The door frame jamb assembly cf claim 1 wherein said foam weatherstrip (38) is attached between said jamb portion (24) and said vinyl extender portion (26) in said notch (28) in said vinyl extender portion (26).
5. The door frame jamb assembly of claim 4 wherein said foam weatherstrip (38) covers said attachment between said jamb portion (24) and said door frame opening (12).
6. The door frame jamb assembly of claim 1 wherein said brick molding portion (44) is positioned adjacent the exterior end of said jamb portion (24), said brick molding portion having an exterior surface (50) that faces the exterior of said door frame assembly.
7. The door frame jamb assembly of claim 6 wherein said exterior surface (50) of said brick molding portion (44) has a smooth surface facing the exterior of said door frame assembly.
8. The door frame jamb assembly of claim 1 wherein said brick molding portion (44) includes a slot (52), said slot (52) holding a plastic fin (54).
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