And a reminder that a 30” door has 29” of entry clearance if the door is taken off the hinges (because of the stops on the frame). If the door is opened at 90 degrees, a 30” door might barely allow 27” of clearance. The challenge might draw some attention the event, so use the type of skills described here to make everybody comfortable.
And a reminder that a 30” door has 29” of entry clearance if the door is taken off the hinges (because of the stops on the frame). If the door is opened at 90 degrees, a 30” door might barely allow 27” of clearance. The challenge might draw some attention the event, so use the type of skills described here to make everybody comfortable.
Good point! I just measured some standard cheap new construction doors and found:
You lose 3/8″ on each side to the jamb.
The door open to 90° loses you 1 5/8″ on top of the jamb.
So a 30“ door has a clear opening of 27 5/8” (or 29 1/4″ with the door off).