Obstacles that Impede Efficiency
By Tracie
July 10, 2009
DOORS
The bane of most closet designers is a poorly positioned door. Up to 6' of valuable hang space can be given up to the inswing of a door set a few inches left or right of ideal. As you review the building plans for your next closet project consider these very useful points:
Door Swing:
- When possible swing doors outward so not to impede the use of interior space.
Door Types:
Pocket doors allow 100% access to stored items
Bi-swing hinged doors provide up to 90% access
Bi-folds are an option that will provide 67% minimal access
By-Pass (Sliding) are limited access, as 50% of the opening is always blocked
Door Positioning:
- Frame closet doors toward the center of the entry wall. By centering the door's rough opening, you create more usable space along both returns (distance between the door casing and the nearest corner).
Here are some examples of superior and inferior positioning:
Come visit Portland Closet Company's Pearl District Showroom to discuss the details of your next building project with one of our design professionals, and see how efficient your space can be.
