Difference between jamb and corbel.

Jamb and corbel are two different technical terms used in masonry.

The difference in between jam and corbel are discussed below;

1) Definition:

• Jamb– A finished vertical sides of the opening of Window or door is called as a jamb.
• corbel- A supporting a stone projecting outside from the wall is called a corbel.

2) Function:

• Jamb– jamb is provided at the recess to receive the frames of doors and frames of Windows
• Corbel– corbel is provided to give support to joist, truss and weather shed.

• Jamb has two types:

1. Plane jamb
2. Splayed jamb

• Mostly Corbel is moulded to give ornamental treatment to the structure.
• The corbel should be extended at least two-thirds of their length into the wall hence they can’t overturn out of the wall.