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Aluminum Balcony Doors

Aluminum Balcony Doors

Jul 27, 2023

A balcony is an important space for most families because it offers a comfortable and relaxing private space to the house owner. Then, when it comes to the decoration and renovation of the patio and balcony, the balcony door is the most important part. A right door can make all the difference. Then, in this post, the author will discuss the size of the standard balcony door.

How Wide is A Standard Balcony Door?

A standard 2-panel balcony door should be 6'8 x 6. However, it doesn’t mean all house balcony doors should follow this size. Due to the various property designs, the size of the balcony door can vary.

How Tall is A Standard Balcony Door?    

The height of a standard balcony door is typically 80 inches (6 feet 8 inches). This height is a common standard for both interior and exterior doors in residential and commercial buildings.

It's worth noting that some manufacturers may offer slightly taller or shorter doors as well, but 80 inches is the standard height you will commonly find for balcony doors.

What Is Ideal Balcony Size?

An ideal balcony should be a minimum of 4 ft (depth) by 9 ft (length) because this size can let you create a comfortable environment and allow you to maneuver around.
 

How High Should A Door Be Above A Deck?

Your aluminum balcony door should higher the deck at least 2 inches and no more than 4 inches. This height allows for proper drainage and prevents water from seeping into the building when it rains or snows. It also helps to reduce the risk of tripping hazards and keeps the interior of the building dry and protected.

How To Measure Aluminum Balcony Doors

To get the precise size of your aluminum balcony door, you need to take some time to make a correct measurement. Using your measuring tape to roughly measure the opening is useless. You need to make a complete measure to ensure the precise size.

Step 1: Remove Interior Patio Door Molding

You need to remove the interior patio door molding to prevent measuring interference. The removing tool includes spare blades, 3-inch wide putty knives, utility knives, pry bars, and nippers. You can choose one of them to try removing the molding.

Step 2: Measure the Patio Door

Then, you need to use a precise and reliable measuring tape to measure the width and height of the door. Then, to get the precise size, you need to measure the framing right near the doorjamb. To get the height of the door, you need to start from the top of the rough opening and end to the subfloor. The subfloor is the wood or concrete that the door still actually sits on.
 

How Much is An Aluminum Sliding Door?

If you want to get the precise price of Chimgreen’s aluminum sliding door, you can contact us to get the product price list.

Are Aluminum Balcony Doors Secure?

As a matter of fact, the secure aluminum balcony doors relate to its safety features. Therefore, when you are finding high-security aluminum balcony doors, you need to check their safety features.

Conclusion

No matter what kind of apartment door you choose, selecting the right size of door is the first step to let you create a bright, open, and comfortable house. Chimgreen is one of the leading interior doors manufacturers in China, supporting the customized service in the apartment door.