A jamb extender for extending extend the jamb of the window is provided.
The jamb extender includes a base member, two arm members projecting
orthogonally from same side of the base member, and projecting members
extending perpendicularly from the end of the arms towards an opposing end
of the base member. The jamb extender has a unibody construction and is
preferably formed of vinyl or polyvinylchloride. The jamb extender can be
used in a jamb extension assembly that includes a lineal trim holder and a
trim member. The jamb extender is positioned such that a portion of the
base member is adjacent to the base wall and the projecting members are
adjacent to the mounting portion of the lineal trim holder to extend the
jamb of the window. A decorative trim member is mounted in the trim
mounting portion. A method of trimming a window opening is also provided.