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WALLS AND WINDOW TREATMENTS 3(1+2)
Lesson 8 : Wall Element – Door

Introduction

A door is a movable structure used to provide access to connect accessible areas, typically consisting of a panel that swings on hinges or that slides or rotates inside of a space A door can be defined as an operable barrier secured in a wall opening. Door design and types differs with type of building and style, purpose of enclosure, location, material, transparency, and cost. Doors are built-in with door hinges, stoppers; security- bolts, latches, safety bolt, locks, peep holes, knocker, view glass, burglar precautions chain, key hole, knobs and handles, house number plate and finger plates to increase its function and utility. A doors are designed elaborately and ornamented in traditional and cultural buildings and are often symbolically endowed with cultural values.

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