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floor level difference between rooms
I have a sunroom-like room in my house that I want to fully convert into a legal bedroom in the near future. I’ve already installed a mini split heat pump, and now I’m replacing the interior door coming out from the kitchen. The previous door had a glass and opened outward, but I want to install a new door that opens inward. As you can see in the picture, the floor level of this room is about 6 inches lower than the rest of the house, so there’s a noticeable step down when entering. I have a few questions:. What’s the best practice for addressing the floor level difference to meet bedroom standards or code? I’d really like to avoid raising the entire floor of the room, since that would reduce ceiling height and be expensive. I was thinking of installing a small ramp or step — is that a viable long-term solution. any other options? regarding door what is my best option. i was advised to consider installing pocket door and a landing. what type of landing? Any advice would be super helpful! submitted by /u/Pleasant-Volume-1147 [link] [comments]
| | I have a sunroom-like room in my house that I want to fully convert into a legal bedroom in the near future. I’ve already installed a mini split heat pump, and now I’m replacing the interior door coming out from the kitchen. The previous door had a glass and opened outward, but I want to install a new door that opens inward. As you can see in the picture, the floor level of this room is about 6 inches lower than the rest of the house, so there’s a noticeable step down when entering. I have a few questions:. What’s the best practice for addressing the floor level difference to meet bedroom standards or code? I’d really like to avoid raising the entire floor of the room, since that would reduce ceiling height and be expensive. I was thinking of installing a small ramp or step — is that a viable long-term solution. any other options? regarding door what is my best option. i was advised to consider installing pocket door and a landing. what type of landing? Any advice would be super helpful! [link] [comments] |
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