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Door handing room by room
A door can be the correct size and still feel wrong if it opens into a switch, blocks furniture or clashes with another door.
Door handing room by roomThis diagram shows the swing and handing relationship for door handing room by room, helping connect the specification to the real opening and room layout.
The opening direction affects everyday use
Before ordering or rehanging, look at circulation, handles, nearby walls, stairs and furniture. In tight rooms, a simple sketch of the swing can prevent an annoying layout.
What to look at
Start with the opening, the condition of the existing door and frame, the way the space is used, and the finish you want to achieve. These details usually narrow the practical options quickly.