{"id":547,"date":"2020-11-09T08:12:16","date_gmt":"2020-11-09T08:12:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fastcabinetdoors.com\/content\/?p=547"},"modified":"2025-01-27T23:27:30","modified_gmt":"2025-01-27T23:27:30","slug":"how-to-measure-for-double-doors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fastcabinetdoors.com\/content\/2020\/11\/09\/how-to-measure-for-double-doors\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Measure for Double Doors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

One of the staples of the standard kitchen, double cabinet doors<\/a> open to reveal twice the storage space of their smaller counterparts. The standard width for wall cabinet and bases is 30 inches wide, which is the maximum width for a single door. Any wider cabinet base would require a double door to offer the best proportions and storage needs.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Besides that, though, there isn’t much that separates these two types of doors. They’re both easy to install as long as you’re following detailed instructions, and both require knowing the exact dimensions of the space you intend to install them in. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luckily, the process for measuring openings for double cabinet doors mirrors the process for single cabinet doors<\/a>, with the addition of a few extra steps. Don’t let that deter you, though. With a little guidance, you’ll be able to accurately determine how big your double cabinet doors need to be to fit specific spaces.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Making sure you are taking accurate measurements rings true no matter the type of cabinet door you are measuring for. To get the best results without obstructions, prior to taking your base cabinet measurements, we recommend removing all current cabinet doors and hardware. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, we’ll review everything you’ll need to measure cabinets for double doors, as well as how to record the most accurate dimensions possible. Let’s dive in. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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