Widening Doors & Lowering Thresholds
A lot of doors in the UK are what used to be a standard 27” or 30” wide. Whilst we are mobile these door widths are fine, but as we get older or have mobility issues a wider doorway has many advantages.
Craftsmanship is the cornerstone of our services. Our professional fitters bring a wealth of experience and skill to every project. From the intricacies of the framing to the smooth operation of the door itself, our team ensures precision in every aspect of the installation process.
There are 2 main ways to increase the width of doorways and either or both can be used depending on the situation you have.
Pocket Door System
This involves using a specially designed sliding door mechanism that is hidden in a wall. An old standard 30” (762mm) would have clear access of 28” (711mm) by using a pocket door system this could be increased to 29.5” (750mm)
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Increasing The Width
In many homes we are able to increase the width of internal doors by cutting a new opening which could house a door up to 39” (1m) wide, although for wheelchair or Rollator access a standard 33” (838mm) door is adequate
There are many advantages to widening doorways
- Easier to move through the home
- More independence and less reliance on others
- Can prevent falls
- For external doors it can help by accessing the outdoors
Need Some Advice?
Call: 01449 257071
Need Some Advice?
Call: 01449 257071
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