Things to Consider – Spats
- A Spat is a full profile cover to wrap the bottom portion of a jamb
- Can be furnished for a new jamb or most commonly for retro-fit over existing jamb
- Used to cover or prevent rust in most applications
- Stainless steel is most common material used
- Could also be A60 galv. or CRS
Things to Consider – Plinths
- A Plinth is a full profile extension at the bottom portion of a jamb
- Most commonly furnished for a new jamb but can retro-fit by replacing portion of existing jamb
- Used to prevent rust in most applications
- Stainless steel is most common material used
- Could also be A60 galv. or CRS
Red Flags
- Sometimes used in conjunction with hospital terminated stops
- 2 dissimilar metals together will create some level of metal oxidation
- Spat thickness could affect door clearance and fit
- Spats can be expensive if stainless steel
- Plinths create splices and are more expensive than spats
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| “Spat” sliding on bottom of frame jamb | “Spat” in place at bottom of jamb |
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| “Plinth” installed at bottom of jamb | Throat view of full profile sleeve used to support “Plinth” |