Door Handing Chart

The hand of a commercial door is always determined from the outside. It is important to specify the proper hand or swing of a door, for door replacement and proper choice of door hardware. If you have any question don't hesitate to contact us.

Single Doors

LHR

Left Hand Reverse
(Hinges on left, door swings out)

LH

Right Hand Reverse
(hinges on left, door swings in)

RH

Right Hand
(Hinges on right, door swings in)

RHR

Right Hand Reverse
(Hinges on right, door swings out)

Double Doors

Top and bottom flush bolts are typically installed inside of inactive doors. Flush bolts allow the inactive door to be secured when not in use.

LHRA

Left Hand Reverse Active
(Hinges on left, doors swing out)

LHA

Left Hand Active
(Hinges on left, doors swing in)

RHA

Right Hand Active
(Hinges on right, doors swing in)

RHRA

Right Hand Reverse Active
(Hinges on right, doors swing out)

Double Doors – Both Doors Active

Push-Pull

Both Active

Rim Exit Devices w/ Mullion

Both Active

Vertical Rod Exit Devices

Both Active

How to Find the Handing For Your Door

In this video, we explain how to figure out the handing for your door so that you can order the correct swing for your commercial-grade Cylindrical Locks, Mortise Locks, Panic Bars, and Door hardware.