How to measure the size of wooden doors? Master the correct method to avoid installation problems
When renovating or replacing a wooden door, measuring is a critical first step. Wrong dimensions may cause the door to fail to fit or become awkward to use. This article will introduce the measurement method of wooden doors in detail and provide structured data tables to help you complete the measurement work easily.
1. Preparation before measurement
1.Tool preparation: Tape measure (steel tape measure recommended), pen, notebook, level (optional). 2.Measurement environment: Make sure there is no debris around the door opening and the ground is flat. 3.Time selection: It is recommended to measure during the day when there is sufficient light to avoid visual errors.
2. Wooden door measurement steps
| Measurement items | Measurement method | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Door opening width | Measure the width of the door opening at the left, middle and right positions and take the minimum value. | Avoid using the maximum value as a reference to prevent the door frame from being too narrow |
| Door opening height | Measure the height of the upper, middle and lower positions of the door opening and take the minimum value. | The thickness of floor laying materials (such as ceramic tiles) needs to be deducted |
| Wall thickness | Measure the thickness of the walls on both sides of the door opening and take the average | If the wall thickness is inconsistent, special door frames need to be customized |
| Door leaf size | Width = door opening width - 2 × door frame gap (usually leave 5-10mm on each side) Height = door opening height - door frame gap (leave 10-15mm at the top) | The gap reservation needs to consider the expansion space of the ground material. |
3. Frequently Asked Questions
1.How to judge whether the door opening is square?Use a level or diagonal measurement method: measure the length of the two diagonals of the door opening. If the difference exceeds 5mm, the door opening needs to be corrected or the door frame needs to be customized.
2.What should I do if the measurement results do not match the standard door size?The standard door size (such as 2100mm×900mm) may not match the actual door opening. In this case, you need to choose a non-standard customized door, but the cost is higher.
4. Reference table of standard dimensions of wooden doors
| door type | Common dimensions (width × height, mm) | Applicable scenarios |
|---|---|---|
| Single door | 800×2100, 900×2100 | Bedroom, study |
| Zimumen | 1200×2100, 1500×2100 | Living room, entrance door |
| sliding door | 1500×2100, 1800×2100 | Balcony, kitchen |
| bathroom door | 700×2100, 800×2100 | Ventilation gaps need to be reserved |
5. Precautions after measurement
1.Review data: Measure at least twice to ensure data consistency. 2.Communicate with manufacturers: When providing detailed data, indicate whether door frames, floor joints, etc. are included. 3.reserve margin: Especially when renovating an old house, the wall may be tilted, so it is recommended to leave an extra 5mm of adjustment space.
Summary: Accurate measurement of wooden door dimensions is a prerequisite to ensure smooth installation. With the steps and table references in this article, you can easily complete your measurement work. If you still have questions, it is recommended to consult a professional door and window installer.
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