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Why Are Historical Doors So Large?

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When visiting a historic site — whether an ancient or medieval castle, cathedral, or statehouse — you may have noticed an eye-catching detail about the architecture: doors that are far larger than those found in modern buildings. Today, a standard interior door is typically 80 inches (6 feet, 8 inches) tall and 28 inches to 36 inches wide, while exterior doors are usually the same height but range from 32 inches to 42 inches wide for single doors and 60 inches to 72 inches for double doors. Historically, however, door sizes varied widely, reflecting architectural ...Read More

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