Windows are easy to measure and know the average size, but what are the average door sizes or standard door size? The common door’ s thickness of 1 ¾ inch. Here are some data from Doorwin Windows. As we know, doors could be classified into hinged door, French door, sliding patio doors, folding patio doors and others. Let’s take a look at those common four types doors.

Hinged Doors

Hinged door is a door type with usually one single panel affixed to the door jamb with two or three hinges to swing open and close. Hinged door is the most common door. They cam be used in almost every applications, such as front and rear entrance doors, interior doors or wardrobe doors. The average door size or standard size is 36 inches by  80 inches, that is 914 mm by 2032 mm. Another common height is 96 inches ( 2438 mm).

French Doors

French doors are those doors with two equal panels hinged at two sides, inswing or outswing in the middle. French doors usually go with colonial style grilled, featuring classic look for both classic and modern building. The average door is 80 inch (2032 mm) tall. For the width, it goes from 30 inches ( 762 mm ) to 72 inches (1829 mm) per door.  

Sliding Patio Doors

Sliding doors are like big sliding windows. With the the door panels sliding on the track, two panels sliding doors are generally 72 inches by 80 inches, that’s 1829 mm by 2032 mm.

Folding Patio Doors

Folding patio doors are usually made of multi panels, it could be four to ten. Folding doors bring the interior and exterior space together, making the whole area integrated while separating the space. The average door is 2100 mm tall. For the width, it goes from 700 mm to 1000 mm per door panel, depends on you prefer a narrower or wider panels.

Knowing the average size or standard size of the doors is helpful for uou to choose your doors. However, your door isn’t standard as every housing is different in design, you might need a customized door to fit the rough opening and display your home style. Doorwin Windows& Doors, with delicate workmanship and rich project cases, we are here to help with your project. You could reach us at vicent@doorwingroup.org or visit our site at www.dooriwngroup.com.