Ledged and Braced Door: Correct Brace Placement Relative to Hinges

For a ledged and braced door, the diagonal braces must be installed on the same side as the hinges. This orientation transfers the door's weight toward the hinge side, preventing sagging.

• If hinges are on the left, braces run from bottom-left to top-right (visible on left face).
• If hinges are on the right, braces run from bottom-right to top-left (visible on right face).

The brace should angle upward toward the hinge stile to provide compressive support. Installing braces on the latch side is structurally ineffective and promotes warping.