A Comprehensive Guide to Standard UK Door Sizes
A Comprehensive Guide to Standard UK Door Sizes
Doors are an essential element of any home or building, they come in many finishes, styles and sizes. Understanding these sizes is crucial for a perfectly fitting door, whether you’re renovating, replacing a single door or building a new home or building from scratch. In this guide, we will list the standard door sizes used in British homes and buildings.
Internal Door Sizes
Internal doors are designed to separate rooms within a building. The most common standard internal door size is 762 mm in width and 1981 mm in height. These doors are often referred to as 2’6″ doors. However, other popular sizes include 2’3″ x 6’6″ (686 mm x 1981 mm) and 2’0″ x 6’6″ (610 mm x 1981 mm). These sizes are suitable for most residential properties. However, it’s essential to measure your door frame accurately to ensure a proper fit.
External Door Sizes
External doors, which provide access to the outdoors also come in various sizes. The most common size for a standard front or back door is 838 mm in width and 1981 mm in height, this is referred to as a 2’9″ door. Other popular external door sizes include 2’6″ x 6’6″ (762 mm x 1981 mm) and 2’3″ x 6’6″ (686 mm x 1981 mm). These sizes are suitable for most homes, but larger or smaller doors may be needed depending on the architectural design and your specific requirements.
Other Door Sizes
While standard internal and external doors work for most situations, there are other types of doors used for specific purposes:
French Doors – These double doors come in various sizes, with the most common being 4’0″ x 6’6″ (1219 mm x 1981 mm) and 5’0″ x 6’6″ (1524 mm x 1981 mm)
Patio Doors – Patio doors come in various dimensions, with typical sizes like 5’8″ x 6’6″ (1728 mm x 1981 mm) and 6’0″ x 6’6″ (1829 mm x 1981 mm)
Bi-fold Doors – Bi-fold doors are generally larger than French doors and patio doors, their standard size is around 6’0″ x 6’8″ (1829 mm x 2032 mm)
Perfectly Fitted Doors From Salop Glass & Glazing
Choosing the right size of door is essential for a proper fit as well as functionality. It’s important to always measure your door frame accurately and consider the architectural style and purpose of the door before purchasing one. With the right choice, you can also enhance the aesthetics of your home or business. At Salop Glass & Glazing, we stock a wide range of UPVC doors, Composite doors, French doors, patio doors and bi-fold doors in all standard sizes for customers across Shrewsbury and the wider Shropshire area. Our experienced team will be happy to properly fit your new door for you. For more information on our door sizes, or to make an enquiry about one of our doors, please call us on 01743 469 332 or send an online enquiry today.