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    Nov 20, 2008, 05:12 PM
    American Standard for Entrance Door handle height
    Is there a an American Standard for Entrance Door Handle Height?

    I am looking for a Minimum and Maximum Standard that manufacturers or builders must follow.

    I have seen many different variations (33", 36". 38", etc.) - but is there a Standard?

    Thanks in advance
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    Nov 20, 2008, 06:56 PM
    36" if this is centered in the stile that is in the center of the door

    Other wise center it

    Good luck Roger
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    Nov 20, 2008, 08:21 PM
    Roger, thanks for the answer.
    Can you provide a reference to a Standard?

    I ordered an 8' high door and it came with the door handle bore 31' from the floor.

    I do not like th eway it looks, but I was told by the manufacturer that it is their standard regardless of the door height.

    I looked at all doors that I could measure (at work and neighbours) and all handle bores are at 36 to 38" from the bottom.

    But I am looking for a standard or a building code regulation in order to argue with the manufacturer.

    Regards,

    Vladimir
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    Nov 20, 2008, 08:36 PM

    An 8' door?

    That is quite a mistake for the MFGR. To make,boring the handle at 31",it looks like they don't want to replace a door of this caliber.

    Typical doors are 80"(with frame) I have installed 83" doors,but nothing like what you describe,Was it a special order?

    I would ask a door company or local lumber yard their advice on the handle heights,maybe what they think about the company you bought this door from,and who they would contact for a complaint against the MFGR.
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