Architecture · Doors & Openings

Entry / Exterior Door Width

Typical leaf widths for single and double front entry doors.

914 mm / 36 in

Description

Entry doors are generally wider than interior doors to create a stronger first impression and accommodate furniture moves. Double doors are common for grander entries or where a wider clear opening is required.

Sources

  • Architectural Graphic Standards
  • Neufert's Architects' Data

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Values

Single entry leafStandard
914 mm36 in
Double entry (each leaf)Standard
812 mm32 in
Double entry (total)Range
1626–1830 mm64–72 in

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