GLOSSARY
Be Armed with the Jargon, Make an Informed Choice
A door purchase can be a once in a lifetime event, or two to three times at the most on average. Certain terminology used in the industry will pop up from time to time. Of course, Statesman Doors, or one of their helpful authorised resellers are always on hand to help you decipher the lingo so you get exactly the right door products for your project, but here is a list of the most common terms to help you make an informed choice or assist you with your research.

In a door having a pair of leaves, that leaf to which the latching or locking mechanism is attached; usually the leaf that is permitted to open first; sometimes both leaves are active.