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What size opening do I need for a 36 inch door?

Presuming the door is a 36-inch wide door, the dimensions of your opening should be 37½ inch wide by 81½ inch tall.Feb 1, 2010

What is a rough opening for a 36 in exterior door?

A pre-hung single door that measures at 36" x 80" will require a rough opening of about 38.5" x 82.25" for a precise fit. Make sure to align and square up your door before nailing the frame in place so it will close properly.

How wide is 36 inch door?

Rough Opening Width Rough Opening Height Door Size to Order ----------------------- -------------------- ------------------ 29.75″ - 31″ 81.5″ - 83″ 28″ 31.75″ - 33″ 81.5″ - 83″ 30″ 33.75″ - 35″ 81.5″ - 83″ 32″ 35.75″ - 37″ 37.75"-39" 81.5″ - 83″ 34″ 36"

What is the rough opening size for a 2 6 6 8 door?

Single door. Thus, if, say, your single door's size is 2/6 x 6/8, then the rough opening is 32” wide and 82 ½” tall.

What size opening do I need for a 36 inch door?