How Wide Is A Standard Front Door?

What Is The Standard Front Door Width?

36 inches of width will provide sufficient clearance for the flow of traffic and even moving larger items on through. Older homes typically feature smaller and more restricted entryways, oftentimes coming with narrower door slabs.

While those smaller dimensions were once quite popular, the 36-inch width has since become the industry benchmark for modern doors. The standard height of 80 inches translates to 6 feet 8 inches. This measurement is consistent across the majority of single-entry doors.

Door thickness is also standardized, and it typically measures 1-3/4 inches. This is crucial for structural integrity and the overall security of the door. There are some slightly thicker customized doors out there. This can enhance the door’s durability and insulation. Some manufacturers today offer taller doors, between 84-96 inches.

Rough Opening Vs Slab Size

It’s important to be able to distinguish between the rough opening dimension and the door slab size. The door slab simply refers to the moving part of the door itself. The rough opening, meanwhile, is the framed, unfinished hole found in the wall. This piece is intended to receive the entire door unit.

The complete door unit will feature the frame, door slab, and attached side jambs. The rough opening needs to be bigger than the entire unit, ensuring proper installation. A good rule of thumb is that the rough opening needs to be about 2 inches wider and at least 2 inches taller than the door slab’s average size.

The intentional excess space will not be wasted, as it will accommodate the thickness of the door jambs. It will also provide the much-needed clearance to insert the full unit. Gaps will then be filled with shims, allowing for the installers for precise plumb, level, and square your door frame within the wall.

Different Door Types Widths

While homes will come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, entry doors will typically follow some common measurements, including width.

Choosing the right door type for your home ultimately involves balancing functional needs with personal style. Homeowners will hope to ensure their pick compliments the home while providing efficiency and longevity.

Here is a look at the common widths of residential door types:

Fiberglass Front Door Width	30″- 45″
Solid Fiberglass Front Door Width	31″ – 45″
Wood Front Door Width	Customizable
Solid Steel Front Door Width	30″ – 36″
Standard Front Door Width	36″

When attempting to measure for your new door, keep in mind the standard doorway dimensions include far more than just the panel.

Homeowners need to account for the following:

• The door frame.
• Installation fin space.
• Rough opening.

Other Non-Standard Door Configurations

While the aforementioned 36-inch by 80-inch single entry door is the most common design, some homes may use configurations that ultimately deviate from the standard measurement. For example, some homeowners may choose to install two operational door slabs, designed to create a grand entrance appeal. These doors typically come in total widths of 60-72 inches.

The total widths are created by using two individual door slabs. This is designed to appropriately fill a much wider entrance way. Today, the popularity of modern and custom home designs continue to rise. This has led to more and more extra tall door installations.

The taller doors emphasize vertically and can completely alter the scale of an entryway. For accessibility, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) currently requires a minimum clear width of 32 inches when the door is opened to 90 degrees.

Conclusion

Your entryway space can ultimately define your home’s look to the outside world. Choosing the best door material possible will impact both the appearance and function of your entrance.

Contact the experienced team at Victory Metal Works to learn more about entry doors today!

Entry Doors In Scottsdale, AZ

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