What width is recommended for a wheelchair-accessible door entrance in home modifications?

What width is recommended for a wheelchair-accessible door entrance in home modifications?

• A. 28 inches
• B. 34 inches
• C. 32 inches
• D. 36 inches

Answer: (C)

Minimum doorway clear width for wheelchair passage is about 32 inches when the door is open 90 degrees. This width provides enough space for most standard wheelchairs (roughly up to 26 inches wide) plus a bit of clearance for the arms and frame, allowing a smooth, safe pass through without squeezing. A door needs to be narrower than this (like 28 inches) to fit a typical wheelchair, making passage difficult or impossible. Wider doors, such as 34 or 36 inches, can be easier to navigate and are beneficial when feasible, but 32 inches is the baseline recommended to ensure accessibility in home modifications.

Minimum doorway clear width for wheelchair passage is about 32 inches when the door is open 90 degrees. This width provides enough space for most standard wheelchairs (roughly up to 26 inches wide) plus a bit of clearance for the arms and frame, allowing a smooth, safe pass through without squeezing. A door needs to be narrower than this (like 28 inches) to fit a typical wheelchair, making passage difficult or impossible. Wider doors, such as 34 or 36 inches, can be easier to navigate and are beneficial when feasible, but 32 inches is the baseline recommended to ensure accessibility in home modifications.