Tips for Writing Division 8 Specifications for Doors

Tips for Writing Division 8 Specifications for Doors

As an architect or designer, you’re no stranger to MasterFormat. Relying on this standardized delivery of project information enables smooth communication between you and your clients, and within the construction team. With 50 Divisions and numerous Sections, some of them overlapping, MasterFormat takes time and skill to use expertly. Division 8 involves openings, with several sections related specifically to interior wood doors. Here, we will delve into those sections and provide tips for writing Division 8 specifications as completely and clearly as possible.

Which Division 8 Sections Relate to Wood Doors?

Division 8 covers all kinds of openings, including doors, grilles, entrances and glazing systems, windows, skylights, hardware, glazing materials, louvers and vents. The following sections are the ones you will address when specifying Masonite Architectural doors.

Flush Wood Doors (08 1416)

This Section includes:

  • Solid-core doors with wood-veneer faces. 
  • Solid-core doors with plastic-laminate faces. 
  • Factory finishing flush wood doors 

Stile and Rail Wood Doors (08 1433)

This Section includes:

  • Interior and exterior stile and rail wood doors
  • Interior fire-rated stile and rail wood doors
  • Fire-rated wood door frames
  • Factory fitting wood doors to frames and factory machining for hardware

    Door Hardware (08 7100) 

    This Section includes:

    • Mechanical door hardware for swinging doors and sliding doors
    • Cylinders for door hardware specified in other Sections
    • Electrified door hardware

    Glazing (08 8000)

    This Section includes:

    • Glass for windows and doors 
    • Glazing sealants and accessories
      Sliding interior wood doors with hardware

      Things to Keep in Mind When Specifying Doors

      At Masonite Architectural, we strive to help architects and designers execute a successful project. We want to help you cover everything you need to write clear and concise Division 8 specs, close any loopholes and avoid omissions.

      Masonite Architectural stile and rail door in a hotel.

      1. Clearly Define the Quality Assurance Standard

      One of the most important steps is to indicate AWS (AWI) or WDMA quality assurance standard, and which version of the standard. For example:

      • ANSI/WDMA I.S. 1A-13 for Interior Flush Doors
      • ANSI/WDMA I.S. 6A-13 for Stile and Rail doors
      • AWS Edition 2-2015 Architectural Woodwork Standards

      Take care to remove older versions that are no longer used.

      2. Clearly Define Environmental Requirements

      Environmental requirements may be noted in Division 1, Division 8, or both. Take care not to overlook these and be specific when listing the sustainability standard, including the version.

      For example, you may need to specify LEED certification, International Green Construction Code IgCC, Living Building Challenge, CalGreen, Green Globes, or CHPS. Define the environmental attributes to which the doors apply. Include the type of compliance that is needed to meet low-emitting materials credits (NAUF, NAF, ULEF, CARB), and whether the doors use recycled, certified, regional, or rapidly renewable wood. Finally, list documentation requirements, such as SDS, EPD, HPD, or CSR.

      3. Note Product Testing and Certification Requirements

      Clearly define whether product testing reports or third party certification validation is required for the project’s doors. An example of how you might express this is “Fabricate doors with adhesives and composite wood products that comply with the testing and product requirements of the California Department of Health Services.” All door types should comply with the requirements you list.

      4. Include the WDMA Performance Duty Level

      Performance duty level will vary according to where the door will be placed and the building type. Identify which WDMA duty level each door must meet: Heavy Duty, Extra Heavy Duty, Standard Duty. Multiple duty levels can be listed within a project, so you may use Heavy Duty only in high traffic areas, for example.

      5. List Construction Grade and Face Grade

      Remember to list these two grades separately. For construction, specify Premium or Custom. Custom is the standard grade and will differ minimally in appearance from Premium. Due to limited availability, it is generally recommended to only specify Premium grade construction for special circumstances. For face grade, specify A or AA. Note that AA veneers may be more difficult to source due to limited supply.

      6. Check References to Adhesive Type

      For flush wood doors, the AWS and WDMA standards allow manufacturers to use a Type I or Type II adhesive to attach the face to the core, as long as the assembly meets the performance criteria of the duty level specified. Specifications should allow for use of either if you include a reference to “adhesive type.” Formaldehyde-free adhesives may also be available from your manufacturer of choice.

      7. Clarify Wood Species and Cut

      Many factors go into the ultimate look of the wood for a door. You will need to think through species, sapwood vs. heartwood, and wood cut. Indicate the species to be used for the veneer.

      A major consideration is whether you want white or natural characteristics; birch, maple, and ash need to be defined as natural or white. If you do not designate one or the other, most manufacturers will default to natural. Also remember that oak must be identified as red or white.

      In addition to species, always include the cut of veneer, as cut can completely change the look of wood. Choose from rotary, plain-sliced, or quarter-sliced, or — when specifying oak only —  rift cut.

      Masonite Architectural Cendura Series standard wood veneer office door.

      8. Note Face Lay-Up and Matching Requirements

      Another factor in how a veneer looks is how the cuts of wood are faced and/or matched. Specify the desired lay-up such as slip match, balance match, or center match. Include special veneer requirements, such as:

      • Selected flitch material
      • Special flitch width or specific number of flitch pieces
      • Vertical or horizontal lay-up

      Book and running match is the standard default for A grade by most door manufacturers, as it is the most economical lay-up option, followed by balanced and then centered lay-up options.

      9. Define Figured Veneer Requirements

      In addition to all of the above factors that affect the appearance of the veneer, also think about the degree of figuring desired, with either a low, medium or high designation. Common degrees of figuring include Low, Medium, and High. The higher degree of figure typically means a higher cost. Manufacturers will typically quote the least costly, which is a low figure if no degree of figuring is specified. Even specifying a degree of figuring does not guarantee that every door will have the same amount of figure — there is always a range.

      10. Exclude Non-Required Information

      Almost as important as what you include in your Division 8 specifications is what NOT to include. For example, exclude room or sequence match references if they are not required. Room match applies to a room of doors or a hallway of doors where they are located within close proximity of each other, where consistency is important. You can call it out in any specification, but it’s most commonly found in AWI Premium Grade projects. A room match must be specified if truly needed, but keep in mind it can add substantial cost to a project and may not be available from all manufacturers.

      11. Include Laminate Required Type and Thickness

      There are two types of decorative laminate, so take care to indicate which one the doors should have. It’s important to understand the difference between high-pressure and low-pressure laminate (thermo fused melamine).

      Also take into account laminate grades and thickness. Indicate horizontal grade surface (HGS), vertical grade surface (VGS), or post-forming. Thicknesses can range from .28 to .048, with the latter being most common.

      Make sure to include the laminate manufacturer, pattern number, and finish number such as matte or suede in your specification. Manufacturers will bid a generic standard laminate if no specific color is indicated.

      12. Consider Specifying Multiple Surface Types

      Not all door surface types are suited to every application. Understand the differences so that you can specify whether each interior door should have a veneer, laminate, and high-impact surface material. Veneer door surfaces provide the feel of warmth and well-being. Laminate surfaces provide a consistent appearance from door to door in addition to impact resistance. High Impact surfaces such as vinyl or PVC are the ultimate solution for those areas that need the most protection from heavy use.

      Using multiple surface types on a project allows you to specify the best material by location. In some instances, different surface types can be matched with one another to give your project a more consistent look.

      Slip Match Veneer wood door sample from Masonite Architectural
      Plain Sliced Cherry Saffron Stain veneer wood door sample

      13. Define Vertical Edge Requirements

      Not all vertical edges are alike, so noting the type of edges allowed is critical. Otherwise, you will get the manufacturer’s standard construction. Note whether door edges should be matching or compatible – and remember that these are not the same. Edges could be compatible but not match. Consider whether you want:

      • Veneer edge band over SCL
      • Thin hardwood over SCL
      • Hardwood/softwood lumber with outer-ply of different widths
      • Laminate edge bands for HPDL doors
      • Painted/stained edges for laminate doors
      • Veneer edge band over SCL
      List specifics if you want something other than the manufacturer’s standard. Note that, for fire-rated doors, field trimming may not be possible if an intumescent must be incorporated into the construction.

      14. Define Top and Bottom Requirements

      Every part of the door matters, and that includes the top and bottom. Note whether you need these to be:
      • Structural composite lumber
      • Hardwood or softwood lumber
      • Laminate edge for HPDL doors
      • Cleanable smooth impact resistant edge
      As with door edges, remember that matching and compatible are not the same. Also consider you want the same tops for all doors or only those where the top rail is visible from above.

        15. Include Regulatory Requirements for Fire Safety

        Fire-rated doors include a mineral core, but the whole door opening works together in the case of a fire. Flames and smoke can get through any openings in the assembly. Because wood doors do not expand when heated, door edges may burn away. An intumescent seal between the door and frame can fill any gaps that might form, by expanding in the presence of heat. The seal may be incorporated into either the door or the frame. If it’s in the frame, it can be pulled off, so keep that in mind for certain locations like schools. In Division 8, specify whether the door must withstand positive pressure testing (UL 10C) or neutral pressure testing (UL 10B)
        Cross section of fire rated Masonite Architectural interior door

        You will also need to specify Category A or B. Category A doors do not require intumescent sealing or already have it built in. Category B doors require an additional edge-sealing system installed at the jobsite. Category A construction is recommended where an intumescent seal is not necessary. It typically — though not always — costs less, minimizes the risk of intumescent being vandalized while frame applied, and generally looks better.

        16. Be Precise with Door Core and Construction Types

        Be precise when specifying door cores; door manufacturers offer numerous core types. Some of these options will be dictated by building codes. In other cases, a client may want a specific core type in order to reduce noise or provide additional safety. Note the following when specifying door cores:
        • Bonded or non-bonded
        • Whether Particle Board should be wood or can be Agrifiber
        • Note that Particleboard does not necessarily mean wood. Allows Agrifiber if not defined as wood.
        • Requirements for mineral or fire-resistant composite
        • Lead-lined doors, such as for a radiology room in a hospital

        17. Define the Door Hardware Required

        You will need to define hardware reinforcement needs. Indicate if hardware reinforcement blocking is needed for some or all doors. When it comes to door hardware, you might find areas of overlap with Division 28, electronic safety and security. The 2016 MasterFormatⓇ update moved some products from Division 8 to 28, including delayed egress devices, non-integrated locksets, keypad lockets, stand-alone locksets and electric strikes. Confusion may arise over where to specify these things, so you may wish to duplicate this information in both Divisions. In addition, installation, keying and commissioning must be coordinated between the two divisions.

        18. Add Details About Lite Bead and Glazing

        When wood doors include lites, you have some additional specifications to consider. Make sure to confirm glazing requirements and lite bead shape and material. Note whether to include:

        • Wood, metal, or fire-resistant composite
        • Wood or metal lite beads
        • Flush or lip beads
        • Whether MVFs should be primed, painted or veneer wrapped
        • Glass type and thickness
        You may also specify factory glazing or field glazing, but keep in mind that recent codes require lights to be glazed at the factory or by a licensed machiner. Therefore, field installation may not meet code.

        19. Choose the Finish System, Sheen and Color

        Verify the finish system, sheen and color for your doors. For interior wood doors, there are two grades of finish processes: Premium and Custom. First note which of these processes you need. Identify the finish system to be used. i.e. lacquer, varnish, polyurethane and check to see if the manufacturer offers it. Most manufacturers only offer one finish type (TR-8/AWS System 9). If multiple approved manufacturers are noted in the specification, then the construction standards indicate that the chosen manufacturers finish process is considered acceptable When specifying sheen level, use the manufacturers standard gloss level, rather than terms like satin, flat, etc.

        20. Remove Any Door Specifications Not Required

        What you include in your commercial door specifications is critically important — but what you don’t include matters, too. To avoid confusion, remove all references to any project certification that is not required. All project certifications add cost. Recommend that a manufacturer’s letter of compliance to specifications be accepted in lieu of certification. A manufacturer’s letter of compliance is not part of the AWI QCP Certification. Reference to an AWI Letter of Licensing is not a valid statement and is not used by the AWI Quality Certification Corporation that administers the AWI QCP Program. Also, note that not all manufacturers are AWI QCP Participants.

        Final Thoughts on Division 8 Door Specifications

        MasterFormat requirements come from the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) and Construction Specifications Canada (CSC) and are intended to make information easy to navigate by architects, contractors and others involved with a project. In order to make them as helpful as possible, follow these tips.

        Specifications need to be clear and concise to ensure the product that gets delivered is what you and your client expect. Remember to allow adequate time to flesh out the details of each and every Section.

        Order samples of Masonite Architectural doors to get started planning your next project.

        Updating Interior Architectural Doors

        Challenges in Updating Interior Architectural Doors

        If you’ve landed a design project to update a commercial building, one of many elements you will want to think about is retrofitting the doors and door frames. There are many design elements to consider, especially in buildings with a historic designation. Safety, preservation of character, and incorporating performance features are key. Here, we discuss the challenges of updating and developing interior architectural doors and door frames.

        Updating Doors and Door Frames for Safety

        Safety is a top priority when developing an existing building. It’s important that you balance creative design and aesthetic with the safety and security of the building’s occupants.

        Fire-Rated Doors


        When bringing doors and door frames up to current building codes, you might start with using specific fire-rated doors. The existing doors are likely to be solid wood or hollow, depending on the age of the building. Fire-rated doors can protect against both fire and smoke, potentially saving lives, and reducing liability in the event of a fire.

        Primary codes that address fire rating requirements include:

        Areas of a building where a fire is more likely to start, such as a kitchen in a nursing facility or hospital, will require fire-rated doors of a specific rating.

        Attack Resistant Openings

        Another type of commercial door to consider is an attack resistant opening. Unfortunately, there have been hundreds of gunfire incidents on schools and other public buildings in the United States over the past decade. Many commercial design clients today want attack resistant door openings that can mitigate the risk of violent incidents.

        Thanks to several layers of protection and strong materials, attack resistant openings will remain intact, even if shot by bullets or physically struck. That strength can buy valuable time until help arrives.

        Redeveloping a Historic Building

        Stile and Rail

        Historic buildings are noticed for their unique styles, building materials, and architectural design. While original doors can add character and charm to a history building, they can also be troublesome to update or replace.

        The Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings have simple standards for updating original buildings while preserving their historicity. Generally, their guidelines suggest that you fix what can be fixed. If it can’t be fixed, find a replacement. If you can’t find a replacement, find a solution that looks similar to the original.

        Replacement doors should replicate the original doors as closely as possible. Fortunately, interior wood doors can be customized to a wide range of styles and stained or painted to match other design elements. If a unique style can’t be duplicated exactly, then the replacement should be modern yet complementary, and speak to the unique character of the building.

        Incorporating Newer Performance Features

        Updating architectural doors in an existing structure allows you to incorporate new, modern features that can add to the building’s value, or improve quality of life for its occupants.

        Noise control is often a concern for commercial buildings. Doors with high Sound Transmission Class (STC) ratings absorb sound as it passes through it. With the right STC-rated doors, the noise level in bustling environments like office buildings, schools, and medical facilities can be kept to a minimum.

        “Green” architectural design choices are rising in popularity as well. Sustainable doors rated by the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program incorporate recycled content materials, saving energy and reducing impact on the environment.

        Consider a Classic Stile and Rail Design

        Stile and rail doors are a classic choice of door that work well in a variety of architectural projects, including updating and preserving history buildings.

        High Quality

        A stile and rail door looks like a single carved piece of wood, but it is assembled from a dozen or more pieces. Horizontal rails and vertical stiles with panels secured in between are combined to make a high-quality, precisely constructed door.

        Because of its construction, stile and rail doors are sturdy and more resistant to sound transfer. They can also be customized to meet fire-rating specifications.

        Flexible Design Options

        Thanks to a detailed, multi-step construction process, stile and rail doors can be modified to suit any architectural style. Panels can be flat panel, mitered rim, or louvered. You may also choose to add hardware, or lites and archtops.

        Furthermore, you can choose veneerspaint colorsstains, or wood species to complement the features and style of the existing building. Midcentury, art deco, contemporary, and more, stile and rail doors can be customized and used for virtually any commercial building redesign.

        To learn more about the wide range of options available when you need to retrofit doors for a redevelopment project, browse our wood doors or contact your Masonite Architectural representative

        How Masonite Updated Its Historic Office With Custom Doors

        Masonite, parent of Masonite Architectural and one of the world’s largest door manufacturers, broke ground on a new global headquarters in the historic Ybor City neighborhood of Tampa, Florida, in November 2018. Naturally, selecting the interior doors for the office was an important part of the design process. Here’s a look at how we updated our office’s historic interior with custom manufactured doors.

        Interior Design Challenges in a Historic Locale

        Ybor City, a booming center for the cigar industry in the late 1800s, has distinct Spanish, Cuban and Italian architectural influences. The eclectic neighborhood blends vintage boutiques, upscale restaurants and unique nightlife with old-world cobblestone streets and historic architecture.

        When designing a new workspace for more than 200 Tampa-based Masonite employees, Alfonso Architects sought to integrate historic Ybor influences into a modern, open environment. The architects leveraged Masonite’s expertise and innovative nature to enhance the blended aesthetic with unique interior wood doors.

        Howard Heckes, CEO of Masonite, adds:

        “Doors do more than open and close – they have the power to make spaces brighter, quieter and more impactful. As a leading door manufacturer, it was important for us to focus on the pivotal role our products play in defining this space.”

        Masonite Ybor Office Lobby

        A Statement Door for the Common Area

        The most remarkable feature of the new four-story headquarters is the massive stranded lumber entry door to the main common area. A true statement piece, the door is the first thing that most employees and visitors notice upon their arrival. Within the structure of the door, meticulous laid cutouts provide a line of sight into other common areas of the first floor. As the designer explains:

        “In addition to many key design features throughout the building, we wanted to communicate the soul of Masonite at the main public entry door on the ground level. This resulted in a dramatic 12-foot-high, 525-pound, solid hardwood cross-laminated statement door with a functionally elegant modern design.”

        This unique door was manufactured by the Masonite Architectural’s plant in London, Ontario, known for making stile and rail doors. It required more than 45 hours of labor and 30 team members. The London team had to account for the swinging door portion as well as the large stationary side section. In total, the door contained 396 board feet of white ash, maple, birch and red oak veneer. The door components were stabilized by four pallets on each side and bolted vertically.

        Tampa-based Integrated Door Systems needed a crew of eight to move the statement door into place and install it. The door is on a large automatic opener triggered by a common card reader.

        Customized Doors for Offices

        For the offices, the designers turned to Masonite Architectural’s flush door plant in Saint-Ephrem, Quebec, to produce one-off custom doors. Masonite employees got to design them themselves. The custom doors used the same wood species and color for a consistent aesthetic, but with variations in glazing and design to reflect each team member’s personality.

        “Helping to design the door for our own office was exciting as it was the first time I’ve had the opportunity to personalize a product for my own workspace,” said Graham Thayer, Senior Vice President of Masonite Architectural.

        Masonite Ybor Office with open green doors

        Flush and Louvered Doors for Restrooms

        A plain sliced white maple with a clear finish was selected to match the project’s flush wood doors and full-length louvered bathroom doors. Each door features a different lite layout and integrates glass from Masonite’s strategic glass providers.

        Doors Make the Space

        The results of the project have helped Masonite’s team internally while also giving the company ideas helping clients achieve their design goals through proper door selection. As Heckes explains:

        “Our company vision is to open new doors for our customers, partners and employees and we pride ourselves in a culture that promotes new ideas and inclusiveness. This new, state-of-the-art headquarters will lay the framework for helping our teams here in Tampa, as well as our employees, partners and customers around the globe, discover all-new ways to walk through walls.”

        For your next office design project, explore all that Masonite Architectural has to offer for every part of the office environment. Find the door performance features you need along with a wide range of design features and finish options to create exactly the right look.

        Commercial Doors 101

        While they only account for a small percentage of a building’s design budget, commercial doors are a key component of a successful project. Commercial doors do more than complete your design. Certain performance features are required for compliance with building codes, but that doesn’t mean they need to appear boring. It’s smart to focus on a commercial door’s technical specs and performance needs before its design, but aesthetics can’t be forgotten, either. That’s why it’s important to understand a few commercial door basics to ensure the doors you specify meet your project’s architectural and design needs.

        Here’s a rundown of the most important elements of commercial doors that architects and designers need to know to plan a successful project.

        Commercial Door Styles

        Doors come in many different styles, but they can be broadly separated into flush wood doors and stile and rail doors.

        Flush Wood Doors

        Flush wood doors have a smooth, or flush, surface without any moldings. It is common for flush doors to be covered with ply, MDF board, or wood and finished with laminate or painted. They are often specified for hospitals, hotels, and schools. Flush doors are better sound insulators and tend to be more fire-resistant and pest resistant.

        Stile and Rail Doors

        Stile and rail doors get their name from the horizontal wood joiners (rails) and vertical wood joiners (stiles) that create the panels on the door. These doors are more stylish and aesthetically pleasing, but they tend to cost more because of the extensive craftsmanship that goes into making them.

        open door to couple in hotel

        Commercial Door Core Types

        Doors typically come as solid wood, hollow-core, or solid core. Hollow doors actually have a cardboard honeycomb inside. When it comes to commercial solid door cores, there are four main types:

        • Structural Composite Lumber (SCL) Core: Strands of different types of small-diameter hardwood trees combined with special resins. It is more durable and heavier than particleboard.
        • Particleboard Core: Ground-up raw wood glued together. It is durable, low cost, and widely available. Particleboard is suitable for most commercial construction.
        • MDF Core: Glued wood fibers for a core that is more dense than particleboard. It makes a durable, budget-friendly choice.
        • Mineral Core: A mix of noncombustible minerals used in fire-rated doors. They are very lightweight but require woodblocking to hold screws for hardware.
        mineral core of a door illustration

        Commercial Door Surface Types

        Depending on the style of commercial door, there are several broad categories of surface types to choose from. You will find variations on each of these, making for a wide range of options to meet just about any style or performance need.

        • Laminates: Typically made of plastic bonded to a composite base, it is printed to look like real wood.
        • Veneers: Thin pieces of wood glued directly onto the door core.
        • Fiberboard. Available in different densities and ideal for painting.

        Painted or Stained Wood Doors

        When it comes to painting or staining a commercial door, it is important to remember that paint is often less costly, more durable, and provides more protection than a stain. Likewise, paint quality doors are more affordable than stain quality doors, and there is virtually no limit when it comes to door paint color. That said, stained doors offer a natural aesthetic better suited to certain projects. Essentially, it all comes down to your budget and the aesthetics you are trying to achieve.
        white painted door in hotel room

        Wood Species for Commercial Doors

        The wood species you use can affect the door’s durability and color. Some of the most common species used include:

        • Maple: A strong, dense wood that is naturally light in color. Works well with both paint and stain.
        • Birch: A light-colored wood featuring a straight wood grain. Also works well with both paint and stain.
        • Cherry: A long-lasting medium-strength wood that is resistant to warping and is ideal for high-end projects. Exposure to sunlight can darken the wood over time.
        • Oak: A long-lasting, classic wood that is resistant to cracking and water damage. It is ideal for high-use doors with either paint or stain.
        • Mahogany: Perfect for high-end, executive projects. It is a darker color, limiting the stains it is compatible with.

        Commercial Door Wood Cuts

        The look and style of a door can be changed based on the wood cut, as it determines grain pattern and consistency. Common wood cuts for commercial doors include:

        • Rotary Cut: Blade spirals inward through trees producing a wood sheet. This is the most environmentally friendly and economical cut.
        • Flat Cut: Plain slicing of a log resulting in straighter grain and a more uniform look. This cut is highly affordable and a good option for commercial doors.
        • Quarter Cut: A log is first cut into quarters with layers cut from each quarter. Creates a tight vertical grain, producing a uniform look. In oak, this creates a “flake effect,” or shiny appearance.
        • Rift Cut: Only available in oak, this cut is made 15-degrees to the radial accentuating the vertical grain.
        • Comb Grain: Only available in oak, this cut has a tight, straight grain almost appearing as solid color, making it more costly.
        veneer cut illustration

        Impact Edge Commercial Doors

        The edges of doors have the most wear and tear, leading to the veneer or laminate getting damaged. Impact edges help protect the edges of the door, ultimately increasing the durability of the door. Some can even remove the need for metal edges or kick plates.

        Glass Lites for Interior Doors

        Lites are framed glass panels fixed in the door, sidelight, or transom. They neither open nor have an operable sash, but they can vastly change the look and feel of a space by controlling the passage of light. They can be decorative or clear and are typically made with safety glass and insulated. They can also be used beside or above a door to add visual interest.

        Commercial Door Opening Components

        A door slab is one of the many components of a fully functional commercial door. Here are other important components found in door openings.

        Hinges

        The type of hinge required for a commercial door will depend on the purpose of the opening. Some of the most popular commercial hinges are:

        • Mortise/butt hinge: A removable pin joins two leaves that “butt” together when closed. Used with lightweight doors.
        • Ball bearing hinge: Two leaves combined by permanently lubricated bearings making it smooth and quiet. Used with heavy and wide doors.
        • Continuous hinge: A long, narrow hinge that goes the whole length of the door, providing more support and reducing stress on the hinge. Often used with fire doors.

        Frames

        Door frames play a key role in security. Wooden frames are susceptible to rot and damage, while steel door frames are more secure and can be attack resistant. Steel frames can also be wrapped in wood to match the aesthetic of a wood door but still provide additional security.

        Hardware

        Commercial doors require hardware of different kinds depending on the function of the door, where it is located, and the level of security needed. Hardware may include:

        • Doorknobs
        • Lever handles
        • Kickplates
        • Door sweeps
        • Locks and deadbolts
        • Door reinforcements
        • Panic bars and exit devices
        • Security devices
        • Door closers

        Any selected hardware must be able to withstand the traffic and use required. It must also provide the necessary security. Keeping all of this in mind, the hardware must also match the rest of the space’s design.

        ANSI Performance Levels

        ANSI performance levels are national standards indicating the reliability of various commercial doors in certain environments and applications. There are three main levels:

        • Extra Heavy Duty: This is the highest performance standard applied to doors that receive frequent, extreme use, such as hospital patient rooms, public bathrooms, and classrooms.
        • Heavy Duty: This standard is used with doors that will still need a high-quality standard but are not in high-traffic areas, such as hotel room doors, apartment doors, and stairwell openings.
        • Standard Duty: This is a basic standard for doors that are in low-use areas, such as private bathrooms, storage rooms, or closets.

        Always double-check the ANSI performance level of any commercial door and ensure it meets the required standards for the area before incorporating it into your design.

        ADA Requirements for Commercial Doors

        The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that entrances, doors, and gates have certain measurements to ensure accessibility. Regulations require at least 60% of public entrances to be accessible in a new construction. If there are double-leaf doors, one active leaf must meet ADA criteria. ADA door measurements are:

        • Height opening of a minimum 80”
        • Width opening of a minimum 32″
        • No hardware above 48”
        • No projections into the opening below 34”
        • 10” of clear surface area from the floor
        • Thresholds must not exceed ¾” high for exterior sliding doors and ½” for other doors
        • Changes in level between ¼” and ½” must have a beveled slope

        Contact Masonite Architectural for Help Finding the Right Commercial Doors for Your Project

        While we’ve just shared a comprehensive resource to help you understand commercial doors, you may still have questions or need help selecting the right door.

        Finding the right commercial door that meets all of the code requirements and fits into your overall design and aesthetic vision can be challenging. Masonite Architectural offers a range of commercial doors that give you the durable design you need to make your project a success. Contact us today to find the commercial doors you need.

        Where to Specify Different Door Surface Types

        Whether an interior door works in a project has everything to do with its surface type. Changing the surface material can actually change the look and function of a wood door. Here, we will take a look at various surface types for doors and discuss which ones work best in various commercial projects.

        Popular Types of Wood Door Surfaces

        Hardwood Veneers

        Nothing can substitute for the beauty and warmth of natural wood. The right stain can take any wood species, from birch to mahogany, to just the right shade for your design. For painted doors, paint-grade poplar makes a great choice. Generally, hardwoods are more dense and therefore resist scratching and denting more than softwoods.

        aspiro wood veneer illustration

        Softwood Veneers

        By custom request, Masonite Architectural can provide softwood veneers such as fir. Both hardwood and softwood work well for stile and rail doors.

        Reconstituted Veneer

        This human-made wood veneer can be created to mimic colors and grain patterns of natural wood, but give a more uniform look. Depending on what wood species you want it to look like, a reconstituted veneer might offer a more budget-friendly alternative.

        High-Density Fiberboard

        High-density fiberboard (HDF) makes for a durable option for interior doors, offering a dense, paintable surface.

        Medium-density Fiberboard (MDF)

        This door surface contains glued wood fibers, which are denser than customary particleboard. The smooth surface makes MDF perfect for painting. It can even be router-carved for a completely custom look.

        Medium-density Overlay (MDO)

        Medium-density overlay (MDO) gives premium adhesion for factory-applied paints. At Masonite Architectural, MDO is exclusive to our AspiroTM Series premium painted doors.

        Molded Panel

        This smooth hardboard is available in a variety of familiar design choices featuring deep embossments and simple, pleasing lines.

        High Impact Door Surfaces

        High-impact surfaces are specifically engineered to withstand intense use. Combine them with impact edges to prolong the life of a door.

        HPDL Surfaces

        Decorative laminates are made from kraft paper and resin pressed together. A laminate surface is highly customizable and works with just about any type of door core. High pressure decorative laminates (HDPL) provide an extremely durable surface, great for high-traffic areas.

        LPDL Surfaces

        Low-pressure decorative laminates (LPDL) are made from similar materials to HPDL but attached to the substrate using lower pressure and higher temperatures. The result is a budget-friendly door with a quick turn-around time, best used in lower traffic areas.

        Best Door Surface Types for Different Projects

        Hospitality Projects

        Hospitality design projects run the gamut in terms of budget and size, so you have to approach each one individually. What they have in common, however, is their quest for a peaceful, home-away-from-home environment. Premium painted MDO work well for hotel guest rooms, while select wood veneers offer a high-fashion look for bars and banquet rooms.

        Another great choice, unique to Masonite Architectural, is our West End surface. It complements contemporary and modern styles with smooth, hardboard surface doors with distinct embossments.

        hotel room with open door

        Healthcare Facilities

        When specifying doors for healthcare projects, we usually think first about core type — STC-rating, fire rating or lead-lined — but the door surface contributes significantly to performance. High-impact or HPDL surfaces protect doors against heavy traffic and potential damage from hospital equipment. They’re also easy to clean and disinfect, especially when paired with a top & bottom clean edge. A wood veneer or choice laminate makes a strong impression for lower-traffic spaces like administrative offices and hospital staff conference rooms.

        Schools and Classrooms

        Durability is the name of the game for education design projects. Paintable MDO or choice laminates can work in tandem with all of your school door performance requirements, like fire-rating and STC-rating. The growing interest in school safety and attack resistant openings has generated a full line of these products; specify the doors in laminates, impact surfaces or wood veneers. Custom laminates also make a fun addition to classrooms, allowing the doors to be printed with school colors or mascots.

        Office Projects

        Office projects often prioritize function over form, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find the ideal interior door surface. Wood veneers make a strong impression, especially with stile and rail doors. When budget is a bigger concern, painted MDF stile and rail doors make a good alternative. Impact and HPDL surfaces are a great idea for areas where equipment might bang into doors, like mailrooms or storage areas.

        How Door Designs Influence Wood Surface Decisions

        Your decision about types of door surfaces may also hinge on whether you want stile and rail doors versus flush wood doors, and whether you prefer painted or stained doors. Not every surface type is available for every Masonite Architectural door, so your best bet is to speak to your rep to choose the best option for your project.

        While both functionality and design factors are crucial to a successful project, surface type makes a big difference to both. Performance factors need not stifle your creative vision or your client’s taste.

        Painted vs. Stained Wood Doors by Project Type

        One of the advantages of designing with wood interior doors for a commercial project is their versatility. Different combinations of wood species, finish, stain and paint colors make for almost limitless options. Paint and stain each offer their own advantages and limitations when specifying wood doors. Depending on whether you’re designing a hotel, school, healthcare facility or office, knowing what separates painted wood doors and stained doors can help you select the best option for your project .

        6 Factors that Influence the Choice of Painted or Stained Wood Doors

        Both factory applied stain and paint provide a high-quality finish that can complement a wide range of styles. Each has its advantages, much of which depends on the type of project you’re designing and your overall goals. These are some factors to consider when comparing painted or stained wood doors.

        1. Cost

        Stained wood door products typically cost more than painted wood products, as applying stain evenly and correctly takes great skill. The investment can pay off though, in terms of beauty and long life.

        2. Durability

        Painted wood has the potential for chipping and scratching, although the door surface type makes a big difference. Additions like impact edges can also help a door last longer.

        3. Color

        Paint naturally allows a much wider range of colors, and a more predictable color outcome. With stain, the end result varies by the species and wood cut, as well as how it’s applied. Factory stain application lends to better consistency across all doors for a project.

        4. Trendy vs. Timeless

        Interior design color trends come and go, so your client might end up wanting to update painted doors in the future. Stain often provides a more timeless look, especially with the classic beauty of stile and rail doors.

        5. Style

        Stained wood doors can contribute to a warmer look, from rustic to sophisticated. Clear stain gives the most natural look which works well, for example, with Scandinavian design styles. On the other hand, painted doors can create a more contemporary look and contribute to a mood, from soothing to playful and anything in between.

        6. Door Surface Type

        Some door surfaces take stain or paint better than others. You may want to decide on a surface type first, depending on needs for durability and core type.

        These factors will help you make smart and stylish design choices, best matched for the functionality of the environment.

        modern office building lobby

        Choosing Stained and Painted Doors By Project Type

        Hospitality

        Painted doors are often preferred for hospitality projects. They tend to be economical, durable, and meet any hotel chain’s brand standards. However, wood veneers give you the warmth of wood along with design versatility.

        We recommend the Aspiro select wood veneer for lobbies and reception areas and painted MDO doors for guest rooms. Take a look at our guide to Complete Hospitality Door Solutions for a full range of ideas for your next hotel project.

        Education

        Durability is the name of the game when designing schools and universities. For the highest traffic areas like auditoriums and stairwells, paintable MDO makes a great canvas for school spirit colors. MDO gives premium adhesion for factory-applied paints. Another popular choice for schools, attack-resistant door openings can be specified with painted, laminate or wood veneer surfaces.

        Healthcare

        High impact surfaces and edges, along with clean edges, meet many of the needs of healthcare facility doors. High impact Aspiro series doors work well in many areas and pair with radiation cores, STC-rated cores and other performance options. Stained Aspiro authentic stile and rail doors make a great impression for lobbies and offices.

        Office

        Office design styles vary tremendously from hip, creative workplaces to staid and serious professional services offices. Whether you want painted interior doors or stained ones, you are sure to find an option that fits your vision. MDF or MDO surfaces might be best if you have the perfect paint color in mind, while a hardwood or softwood surface can provide a great stainable surface.

        Masonite Architectural Has You Covered for Factory Finished Doors

        Every space calls for its own solution, meaning there isn’t a wrong or right way to decide between stained and painted doors except to fulfill the requirements of each project completely. However, there are many differences between these styles of doors, and many factors that play a role in selecting the right doors for your desired space. Masonite Architectural offers an expansive catalog of factory painted and factory stained wood doors that provide a consistent, high-quality result for any project type.

        We offer a variety of colors and finishes, including seven standard paint colors, 12 stain colors (availability varies by wood species and door series), and custom color matching. Our finishes are also UV resistant and made from environmentally sensitive water based polyurethane.

        Ordering paint or stain samples can be a big help by letting you see how a finish looks in natural light and in combination with your other design elements. Request your wood door samples today.

        Complete Guide to Door Core Types

        As someone in the field of architecture and design, when you look at a door, you know there’s a lot more to it than what’s on the surface. It can look beautiful and stylish, but the door core determines much about its functionality and durability. This guide will break down the different types of cores for interior wood doors and where to specify each one.

        Hollow Core Wood Doors

        Hollow core doors are not completely hollow, but rather house a cardboard honeycomb inside. Hollow cores are lightweight and easy to transport and install. They can be less susceptible to expansion and contraction than a solid wood door, but that is where the advantage ends. Hollow doors typically get damaged more easily and are harder to repair when they do. They provide little in the way of insulation and cannot be rated for fire or acoustics.

        They are most often selected for interior applications in the multi-family and hospitality markets. They might work well in out-of-the-way locations of hotels or offices, like lesser-used storage rooms. Masonite Architectural offers the Cendura series with hollow cores.

        Cendura Wood Veneer Surface Hollow Core Stile and Rail Door Section

        Structural Composite Lumber Cores

        For heavier use and longer life, structural composite lumber (SCL) is often a viable option. SCL offers a durable, extra heavy-duty rated core made from strands of wood bound with resin. SCL cores include fire ratings to 20 minutes.

        An SCL door core works well for an interior door that needs to make a strong visual impression and last a long time, but without the need to provide high-level performance. Explore the SCL core in our Aspiro stile and rail doors, which make great statement doors. SCL is also widely available for flush doors.

        Vics remodeled dining room with Masonite Architectural stile and rail doors in the background.

        Particleboard Cores

        Particleboard is made from ground wood chips bonded with adhesive. Particleboard door cores work for many applications. While it increases the weight of the doors, it also increases durability.

        Typical particleboard cores are lower density and great for flush wood doors. They can be specified with a 20-minute fire rating, so can work well for offices. For more versatility, an extra heavy-duty (EHD) particleboard core offers 45-minute fire ratings, for just about any place where you need a fire-rated door. Their higher density makes them well suited for heavier surface-mounted hardware as well. You can specify particleboard or EHD in many of Masonite Architectural’s interior wood doors.

        MDF Cores

        For a door core that is even denser than particleboard, opt for medium-density fiberboard (MDF). Its glued wood fibers make it suitable for a broad selection of applications. Masonite Architectural uses it for Cendura stile and rail doors, a budget-friendly choice with a classic to modern look and seven standard paint colors. An MDF surface helps ensure smooth paint application.

        Hotel room with MDF Square Groove doors.

        Agrifiber

        For an environmentally friendly choice, just about anywhere you need to specify flush wood doors, agrifiber makes a good option. Made from rapidly renewable plant cellulose, agrifiber is more sustainable than wood and meets LEED standards. It also lacks the bonding agents found in particleboard, so it plays a role in improving indoor air quality. Agrifiber door cores comply with WDMA standards and extra heavy duty performance requirements. They can still meet fire-ratings up to 45 minutes. Agrifiber cores are available in Masonite Architectural’s custom flush wood doors.

        Fire-Rated Cores or Mineral Cores

        Fire-rated cores, also referred to as mineral cores are made from non-combustible materials such as minerals and fiberglass to slow the spread of fire and smoke from one part of a building to another.

        Fire-rated doors are required for key areas in schools, hotels, and most other public spaces. They can be specified for 20, 45, or 90 minutes. Even with glass lites, many wood doors styles can be specified with a 20-minute fire rating.

        In 2019, Underwriters Laboratories—a third party research and testing company—honored Masonite Architectural with its Dedication to Safety award, in recognition of wood door fire safety.

        cross section of fire rated door

        Door Cores for Performance Needs

        Interior wood door cores can be specified to meet a variety of other requirements, like STC-rated doors to reduce sound transfer, lead lined doors to provide a radiation shield, or attack-resistant doors, which use an EHD or SCL core for added strength.

        When you’re ready to find the perfect doors, with the combination of the surface type and core type to meet your project’s demands, reach out to your Masonite Architectural rep or request samples.

        Using Wood Stain Samples When Planning Your Projects

        Architecture and design engage all of the senses. Your choices work together to create an immersive experience. For this reason, choosing architectural materials by only seeing them on a screen—in two dimensions and with colors limited by HTML code—can never give you a true sense of their aesthetic qualities. Wood stain samples of architectural doors give you a more realistic and tactile experience to aid you in making the best choices for your projects. Learn more about how to use wood stain samples to your advantage.

        What are the Benefits of Ordering Door Stain Samples for Commercial Projects?

        There are four main benefits you get when you order door stain samples from Masonite Architectural.

        1. Can Preview the Stain Colors in Different Lighting

        We all know how much impact lighting makes on the look and feel of a space. Different wood grains and stain colors for doors may look completely different in low light or bright light, and whether the light comes from above or head-on. Samples enable you to visualize the location of interior doors relative to a light source and see how the wood looks.

        2. Can Compare Door Colors with Other Design Elements

        Various wood species and cuts take stain in different ways, producing variations in color. Easily place wood door samples alongside samples of millwork, furniture and other design elements. This will ensure that your interior entryway choices will fit with and complement everything around them.

        3. Helps Clients Envision Their Finished Spaces

        A key part of an architect or designer’s job is to enable their client to image the finished space. Showing them wood stain samples in person allows you to do that. They can see and appreciate the quality of the wood, accurately assess the color and texture, and picture the doors in their office, school or other location.

        Keep Samples Handy for Quick Reference

        When you embark on a project, you have numerous elements and vendor interactions to manage. You can save time by ordering a range of wood door samples so that you have them on hand when you need them.

        Why Choose Factory Stained Doors?

        Having all of your wood interior doors factory stained helps ensure consistency across your project. The controlled climate of the factory minimizes contact with dust. Doors get adequate drying and curing time in favorable temperatures and humidity. Factory staining also helps with maintaining project timelines, since contractors can install the doors immediately after delivery. If you want a more consistent, efficient and reliable finish in less time, factory-stained wood doors are the solution.

        What Stain Colors are Available for Masonite Architectural Doors?

        Masonite Architectural offers more than a dozen colors for Cendura Series stained doors; these are also available for Aspiro Series doors. Stain colors range from a clear finish that showcases the natural beauty of the wood, to a deep stout that works with a wide range of design styles. You can request individual 8”x10” samples of specific species-color combinations, or you can select a box of all stain colors in a particular species, in 2”x4” size.

        Wood Species Options for All Doors

        • Plain sliced red oak
        • Plain sliced white oak
        • Plain sliced white maple
        • Rotary white birch
        • Plain sliced white birch
        • Rotary natural birch
        • Plain sliced cherry

        plain sliced white birch wood with clear factory finished stain
        rotary natural birch wood with cinnamon stain

        Stain Color Options for Aspiro and Cendura Series Doors

        • Clear
        • Espresso
        • Cinnamon
        • Stout
        • Caramel
        • Honey
        • Cane
        • Nutmeg
        • Toast Bourbon
        • Saffron
        • Cocoa Bean

        plain sliced red oak wood door with toast stain

        How to Order Stain Samples from Masonite Architectural

        Wood stain samples will guide you toward the best decisions the next time you specify interior wood doors for a hospitality, retail, office or education project. Masonite Architectural would be happy to supply your file of samples. Just fill out a quick sample ordering form, and you should have your samples within one to five business days. Order what you need to plan a current project or prepare for future projects. If you are keeping our veneer samples for reference, please keep them in their original packaging and boxes.  You should store them in a dark closet or cabinet to avoid discoloration from UV and other light sources.  This will ensure that your samples stay in the appropriate color for future reference.

        How to Choose the Right Commercial Door Hardware

        No interior door specification is complete without the right hardware. Hardware adds the finishing touch for style and contributes to safety and durability factors. It’s important to select the best hardware for any office, school, hospitality or healthcare project. Here you will find helpful information for selecting the safest, most attractive, and capable hardware for interior wood doors.

        Door Hardware Available for Commercial Wood Doors

        Having a clear view of all commercial door hardware available is an essential component in selecting the best options.

        Hardware options for commercial wood doors include:

        • Lever handles
        • Doorknobs
        • Controls
        • Kickplates
        • Door sweeps
        • Locks and deadbolts
        • Door reinforcements
        • Panic bars and exit devices
        • Hinges
        • Security devices
        half open double door in hotel

        6 Things to Consider When Choosing Door Hardware

        There are several key considerations when selecting the right hardware for your commercial design, ranging from the most basic to more high-tech functions. When choosing hardware for your doors, consider the following questions.

        Which Way Should the Door Open?

        How a door opens influences the look of the room on either side, the flow of light and air, privacy and the space available for furnishings. This seemingly simple question sometimes requires discussion with the client to think through all possible impacts. A door handing chart can help with making these decisions.

        How Much Traffic Does the Door Need to Withstand?

        Installing impact surfaces or impact edge doors eliminates the need for kickplates and strengthens the door’s durability. Masonite Architecual’s selection of Aspiro high-impact edge doors is available in an expansive range of woodgrains and solid colors, creating a stylish and professional facility, from hotels to hospitals.

        Does the Hardware Need to Match Other Design Elements?

        In order to make the best aesthetic decision, look at how the hardware complements other fixtures, along with millwork, flooring, and any other design element. Keeping everything in mind as one overall design creates a clean and attractive look.

        What are the Security Needs of the Space?

        One of the most important aspects to consider when selecting door hardware is security. Consider the client’s specific needs as well as changing ideas and technology.

        Schools and other public facilities might seek attack resistant hardware. Attack-resistant openings provide a critical delay against an attacker until help can arrive. Hardware plays a role in the overall security of the door opening.

        More office and hospitality clients are looking for “contactless” doors with electronic locks that respond to RFID devices. This feature contributes to hygiene as well as security. There are also automatic door sensors, mobile key platforms, door operators, and locksets. Biometric scanners that read fingerprints or faces makes sense for buildings with advanced security needs, like medical labs or government offices.

        Will the Hardware be Easy to Use?

        If the hardware is not reliable and or easy to use, clients and their customers won’t care how beautiful it is. For any facility, select the most user friendly but secure equipment. For example, in a healthcare environment, will the door be used by people with physical challenges? In a school, will it be used by children? In a hotel, will users likely have their hands full with service trays or luggage? In any environment, of course, needs of people with disabilities must be considered, such as the ability to open a door while using a wheelchair or walker.

        What Cost Considerations are Involved?

        Now consider the cost of the interior door hardware. Does the pricing work with your client’s budget? Lastly, it is good to know the proper maintenance and care for the hardware in order to educate the client, depending on the frequency of use and potential for damage.

        open white door with silver handle

        Factory Installation vs. Job Site Installations for Door Hardware

        Masonite Architectural highly recommends interior door hardware installation be factory-prepared before arriving on the job site. Doing so helps to achieve the best handling, installation, and long-lasting wear.

        The right choice in hardware for commercial interior doors should ultimately bring together style and functionality to your facility with thoughtful construction and flexible technology. Explore our interior wood doors and start envisioning them with the perfect hardware for your space.

        Choosing Interior Doors for Healthcare Projects

        Healthcare facilities face a range of challenges, from the pressure to reduce costs to dealing with pandemics. Designing a hospital or other healthcare facility requires an understanding of these demands and products that meet them. Great healthcare facility design—which includes great doors—makes a difference.

        The AspiroTM door from Masonite Architectural can be customized to meet the intense demands of healthcare projects. Here we take a look at the aesthetic and performance benefits of Masonite’s AspiroTM series interior wood doors.

        How Should Doors Perform in Healthcare Environments?

        An article from Whole Building Design Guide explains how architectural design choices can be  important factors for “attracting and retaining the best doctors and nurses, the most successful HMOs and insurance plans, and the most patients.” The author goes on to say, “An aesthetically pleasing facility is a key aspect of the perceived quality of care.” With that in mind, each design choice you make matters to the ultimate success of a healthcare facility.

        Meeting construction client demands means limiting construction and design costs, and working on tight schedules, all while delivering a high quality result. You need interior doors that can meet many needs at once.

        Doors Tough Enough for Healthcare Facilities

        Doors in a hospital or healthcare facility need durability without being too heavy. Picture how people move around a hospital. Staff may walk very quickly, while patients with various ailments may move slowly. People are pushing carts, gurneys and wheelchairs, or carrying things. Nurses and orderlies might open doors by elbowing or kicking them.

        To stand up to heavy use in a healthcare setting, an interior door needs:

        • Quality construction
        • The right core type
        • Durable surfaces

        You can find many options for all three within the AspiroTM series.

        Security Doors That Provide Attractive Openings

        In healthcare facilities, people want to see evidence of security to feel safe, but the environment still has to feel welcoming. Features like security cameras and biometric locks enhance security, as do features of the doors themselves.

        Attack resistant openings have become more and more in-demand, especially for public spaces. An attack resistant door opening will include:

        • A heavy-duty core
        • Shooter attack glass
        • A metal frame
        • High-quality hardware

        Masonite Architectural incorporates all of these elements into its highly attractive and customizable AspiroTM doors.

        Medical exam room with Aspiro high impact heavy duty hygienic door

        Healthcare Door Features That Contribute to Calm Environments

        Healthcare facilities must create a calming effect, both to encourage healing of patients and for the comfort of visitors. As a designer, you contribute to this effect though light, color and acoustics.

        Each of these elements comes into play when choosing doors.

        AspiroTM doors offer numerous choices in each of these areas.

        Hygiene and Interior Doors

        Perhaps no element of healthcare facility design matters more than hygiene to reduce the spread of illnesses. Many bacteria and viruses can linger on surfaces, especially those that are used frequently and touched by many people—like interior doors.

        These features reduce the chances that healthcare doors will spread germs:

        • Laminates allow for smooth, easy-to-clean surfaces
        • Clean edges eliminate areas where germs would get trapped
        • Automatic doors can reduce the need to touch them entirely

        Masonite Architectural offers AspiroTM doors in a wide range of high-pressure decorative laminates (HDPL).

        Placement of Doors in Healthcare Facilities

        The placement of a door could have implications for the visibility of protected patient information, and therefore HIPAA compliance. Factors that affect visibility and potentially privacy may include:

        • Which ways the doors swings and the resulting sight lines
        • Whether the door contains lites and the type of glass used
        • Whether to place a door in a given opening at all

        Masonite Architectural’s interior wood doors come in a broad range of choices, including aesthetic and performance features, making it possible to find all of the doors required for a healthcare project from one source.

        Learn More About Masonite Aspiro™ Doors for Healthcare

        Take a look at a project that used Masonite Architectural healthcare doors, Clarity Child Guidance Center, and use the DOORSELECTOR™ tool to learn more about options for AspiroTM doors.