{"id":224,"date":"2021-10-25T09:36:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-25T16:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/?p=224"},"modified":"2021-10-25T09:36:00","modified_gmt":"2021-10-25T16:36:00","slug":"how-to-make-your-doors-more-accessible","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/katydoorsystemsblog.com\/?p=224","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Your Doors More Accessible"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Did you know\nthat your doors play a part in how customers and clients perceive your\nbusiness? Your doors are often one of their first impressions and not only does\nit affect your curb appeal, but it affects how well customers can access your\nbusiness. Automatic entry doors are one of the most convenient solutions\navailable that can accommodate everyone. They are also very modern in design\nand function and are the best options for individuals who are not as able\nbodied. In this month\u2019s blog, we discuss the benefits of automatic entry doors\nand ways to make your doors more accessible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Automatic Entry Doors<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Automatic entry doors are\nthe best when it comes to making things more accessible. Not only do they make\nguests feel welcomed, but they are also highly beneficial for disabled\nindividuals who cannot push or pull a door. They are also convenient for shops\nwhere people often use carts or have their hands full after checkout. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another useful aspect is\nthat they can limit the spread of bacteria and germs since they eliminate the\nneed to touch any handles. This is great for hospitals and doctor offices where\nthere are many patients coming and going. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are various styles\navailable for automatic doors that all have a very professional look and feel.\nSome options include sliding, swinging, revolving, and telescoping doors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Install a Ramp<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

If\nthe exterior doorway of your business or storefront has steps leading up to it,\nhaving a ramp with handrails is a great accessible option. It allows\nindividuals with wheelchairs or those who are unable to walk up stairs to have\na safer path to your doorway entrance. Not to mention, it will make receiving\nlarge deliveries and heavy packages much easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Checklist of Accessibility Requirements<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

When it\ncomes to building and installing doors, there actually a lot of things that are\ntaken into account to ensure that it is accessible to all individuals. The\nAmericans with Disabilities Act was established in 1990 and is a civil rights\nlaw that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. The ADA\ncovers businesses, agencies of state, and local governments and these entities\nare required by the ADA to provide access to their programs, goods, and\nservices. This also means that businesses or buildings built by state or local\ngovernments after January 29, 1992 must be fully accessible to people with\ndisabilities. Here are some accessibility\nrequirements<\/a> for doors: <\/p>\n\n\n\n