What is a door casing?

Casing is the trim that frames a door or window opening on the wall, covering the gap between the jamb and the drywall.

What door casing means

Casing is the trim that frames a door or window opening on the wall, covering the gap between the jamb and the drywall.

Also called casing, window casing.

Where it matters on a carpentry job

New windows or thicker walls often need jamb extensions before casing goes on. Count openings and sides for the material, and price paint or stain separately.

What it costs

Koira's interior door installation cost guide puts a typical job at $880, with most between $440 to $1,350. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price.

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What Is A Door casing? Carpentry Term Explained | Koira