Definitions
- Referring to the vertical frame on either side of a doorway that supports the weight of the door. - Talking about the wooden or metal post that is fixed to the floor and ceiling to hold the door in place. - Describing the upright structure that forms the sides of a doorway.
- Referring to the horizontal beam that spans the top of a doorway or window opening. - Talking about the load-bearing structure that supports the weight of the wall above the opening. - Describing the horizontal support that rests on the doorposts and forms the top of a doorway.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are structural elements of a doorway.
- 2Both are load-bearing components that support the weight of the door and wall above.
- 3Both are made of durable materials such as wood, metal, or stone.
- 4Both are essential for the stability and functionality of a doorway.
- 5Both are fixed in place and cannot be easily moved or removed.
What is the difference?
- 1Orientation: Doorpost is vertical, while lintel is horizontal.
- 2Location: Doorpost is located on either side of the doorway, while lintel spans across the top of the doorway.
- 3Function: Doorpost supports the weight of the door, while lintel supports the weight of the wall above the opening.
- 4Shape: Doorpost is typically rectangular or square, while lintel can be flat or arched.
- 5Material: Doorpost is often made of wood or metal, while lintel can be made of stone, concrete, or steel.
Remember this!
Doorpost and lintel are both essential structural elements of a doorway, but they differ in orientation, location, function, shape, and material. A doorpost is a vertical frame on either side of a doorway that supports the weight of the door, while a lintel is a horizontal beam that spans the top of the doorway and supports the weight of the wall above the opening.
