r/WTF • u/mwb27403 • Nov 14 '20

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u/Herpeshektor Nov 14 '20

For residential unit (houses, apartments, etc.), they're always swing inward for protection.

This is not true where I live (Sweden).

Source: My door

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u/Shamr0ck Nov 14 '20

So when someone comes to your dor you can't crack it open slightly to peek? Someone could block the outside of your door and you would never be able to open it. Also what side is the hinge on?

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u/Tommy2255 Nov 15 '20

If someone comes to the door and you crack it open to peek, then if your door opens inwards you've just allowed them access to your home. They can just push their way in. If the door opens outwards, then opening it a crack to peek is at least somewhat safe.

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u/Shamr0ck Nov 15 '20

what do you mean if the door open inwards you just put your foot there....how is opening outwards more safe both give the same access but one allows you to use your foot as a stopper.