how wide are doors

Most standard doors are 30 to 36 inches wide, with 32 inches being a very common interior door width and 36 inches often used for exterior doors. Smaller interior doors can be 24 or 28 inches wide, while custom or accessible openings may be wider.

Typical widths

• Interior doors: 24, 28, 30, 32, or 36 inches wide.

• Exterior doors: usually 36 inches wide.

• Closet or utility doors: often around 24 to 30 inches wide.

Common height

Most standard doors are 80 inches tall, which is about 6 feet 8 inches.

Quick measurement tip

If you’re measuring an opening, check width in three spots and use the smallest measurement, since frames can be slightly uneven.