Russell griffiths Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 Morning all. Just getting some drawings for front and back doors, now although I thought the door openings where large enough, when the door swings back it decreases the actual opening size. Do we know now what is the actual opening size needed for disabled access. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell griffiths Posted July 20, 2021 Author Share Posted July 20, 2021 Also to add to this, how does actual opening size change on an internal door. Ive gone for all doors inside at 838mm what clear size are we meant to have ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Temp Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 Regs have changed since we built but all in here... https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/540330/BR_PDF_AD_M1_2015_with_2016_amendments_V3.pdf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Punter Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 I think the 826 metric size and 838 imperial are fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oz07 Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 800 clear opening so if you have an anal bc he will measure off your doorstop on lock side to face of door on other side. Ask me how I know! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oz07 Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 (edited) Most bco be fine 838 internal it's just external door they can be funny about Edited July 20, 2021 by Oz07 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell griffiths Posted July 20, 2021 Author Share Posted July 20, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, Mr Punter said: I think the 826 metric size and 838 imperial are fine. That’s exactly right, but the clear openings can change depending on door thickness and hinge layout. So a 75mm solidcore door will have a larger opening than a 90mm thick passive spec one. Edited July 20, 2021 by Russell griffiths Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell griffiths Posted July 20, 2021 Author Share Posted July 20, 2021 47 minutes ago, Oz07 said: 800 clear opening so if you have an anal bc he will measure off your doorstop on lock side to face of door on other side. Ask me how I know! That’s cool then, my 900 doors are coming down to 812 clear openings. I will double check with bco. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterW Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 Don’t forget there are rules in Part M that allow for reductions in corridors etc due to obstructions such as radiators and other items. Nothing stopping a door frame being one of these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oz07 Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 I think when ordering external door just ask your supplier if part m compliant. The onus should be on them then. A bit like if you get a quote for stairs and can't achieve the regs they make you aware of this and sign disclaimer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Temp Posted July 20, 2021 Share Posted July 20, 2021 +1 The sill and waterproofing the level entry/ramp seem to cause more issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell griffiths Posted July 21, 2021 Author Share Posted July 21, 2021 17 hours ago, Oz07 said: I think when ordering external door just ask your supplier if part m compliant. The onus should be on them then. A bit like if you get a quote for stairs and can't achieve the regs they make you aware of this and sign disclaimer I did that but the door supplier thinks clear opening can be 775mm. Bco here today so I will ask him and report back. Wish me luck, drain inspection today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oz07 Posted July 21, 2021 Share Posted July 21, 2021 Maybe regs have changed. I always thought 800. You won't need luck I've never had pvc leak. Just be sure you've not trapped any air else water level can drop as air leaks out top make you think you have a leak. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell griffiths Posted July 21, 2021 Author Share Posted July 21, 2021 So bc came today, I fired a load of questions at him. He stated 770mm clear opening is what he is after. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Punter Posted July 21, 2021 Share Posted July 21, 2021 How were the drains? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell griffiths Posted July 21, 2021 Author Share Posted July 21, 2021 3 hours ago, Mr Punter said: How were the drains? perfect, what else did you expect. ?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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