David Bolton 5 lbs vs. 8.5 lbs: How ADA Opening Force Limits Actually Work on Interior vs. Exterior Doors What This Article Covers and Who It Helps If you are specifying closers for a school corridor, a healthcare entry, or a retail storefront, the ADA opening force requirement is one of the first complia... ADA Compliance Accessible Hardware Code and Compliance Door Closers Opening Force Aug 15, 2026