Left-Hand vs Right-Hand Doors: How Do You Choose the Correct Door Swing?

To determine a door’s swing, stand with your back to the hinges. If the door opens away from you and the handle is on your right, it’s a right-hand door. If the handle is on your left, it’s a left-hand door. For outswing doors, the logic is the same—just reverse the direction the door moves. Understanding swing direction ensures correct ordering and installation.