Lead Lined Wood Doors

 

Lead Lined Door Specifications 

• Standard Door Sizes: Stock sizes include 36” x 84” and 48” x 84”. We can make any custom size.
• Standard Lead Thicknesses: Available lead equivalencies include 1/32”, 1/16”, 5/64”, and 3/32”. Thicker lead doors are required to be steel instead of wood.
• Standard Window Sizes: If you choose to add a window, sizes include 6” x 27”, 12” x 12”, 24” x 30”, and 24” x 42”, or any custom size.
• Standard Frame Prep: ASA strike prep @ 38" high; combination anchors for wood or metal studs; HD Hinge Prep
• Frame Material: 16-Gauge CRS primed steel with internal lead lining on the x-ray side
• Pre-hung Door with Adjustable Frame: Only available in 36” x 84”. Frame can be adjusted to fit walls 4.5”- 7.75” thick. These are installed after the drywall and can be installed into an existing wall.
• Fabrication Time:
• Wood Door Only - 4 days for stock sizes (36" x 84" and 48" x 84"). These doors are not prepped for hardware
• Door and Frame - 4 days for stock sizes (36" x 84"). This comes with an adjustable frame that fits 4.5" to 7.75" wall thicknesses. These are fully prepped for HD Hinges and Cylindrical Lockset prep is approx. 38" above floor. Rough Opening = 37-1/2" x 85"
• Custom Doors or Door and Frame Packages that require custom lockset prep or doorlite windows are 7 to 9 weeks.

High-Grade Lead Lined Wood Doors

• Protect employees, patients, and equipment from the harmful impact of radiation exposure with lead lined doors. Available for new construction or retrofitting, they serve a vital function in medical environments by preventing harmful rays from X-ray machines, CT scanners, and more escaping.
• As solid-core wood slab doors with a stain-grade birch veneer, our standard lead lined wood doors are both secure and aesthetically pleasing. Custom veneers are available so doors integrate easily within your space. Plus, our lead lined doors can be prepped and planed to the required size easily on-site by the installer.
• If you also require a radiation-safe frame, choose a pre-hung door with adjustable frame or custom lead lined door and frame package. Both options arrive fully-prepped offering exceptional convenience.

Customization Options

• Custom Door Sizing: Custom door sizes available upon request. 
• Higher Shielding: Custom lead equivalencies available upon request. Anything thicker than 3/32” (6#) must be lead lined steel doors.
• Custom Door Frames: Lead lined door frames are always custom-made according to wall thickness, door swing, and hardware prep requirements. A Frame Prep Template will be required at time of order.
• Custom X-Ray Windows: We can provide a same-day quote for any custom window size.
• Veneer Options:
• Birch
• Natural - Rotary
• Red Select - Rotary
• Cherry
• American Black - Plain Sliced
• Mahogany
• African - Plain Sliced or Quarter Sliced
• Honduran - Plain Sliced
• Maple
• White Select - Plain Sliced
• Oak
• Red - Plain Sliced or Rotary or Rift Cut
• White - Plain Sliced or Rift Cut
• Walnut
• American Black- Plain Sliced or Quarter Sliced
• Fire Safety: Fire Rated Lead Lined Wood Doors are available - notify us prior to ordering.

Considerations

• Compliance: Though the lead thicknesses listed here are the most common for general X-Ray rooms in medical applications, you must consult a radiation physicist or local health official to determine lead shielding requirements.
• Not Included: Standard lead lined doors do not include hardware, lockset, or frame. Browse our door accessories and lead lined locksets to add to your order.

FAQs

How thick should lead be to stop X-rays?

The Lead thickness required depends on the energy level of the x-ray machine. A radiation physicist must calculate how much lead is required to stop the radiation. You will need to check with your local health official or radiation physicist to determine the required lead thickness for your x-ray door. A radiation physicist is a professional who is trained to understand the effects of radiation and how to protect people from its harmful effects.

Are lead lined doors heavy?

Lead lined doors are significantly heavier than standard doors due to the dense nature of lead. They may require reinforced frames, specialized hardware, and hinges to support the additional weight. Browse our catalogue to secure the right accessories for your lead lined door.

Below is a table for the weights of each door

Which spaces require a lead lined door?

Lead lined doors are required in rooms where radiation protection is needed, such as medical imaging rooms, dental offices, nuclear facilities, and laboratories. These doors prevent radiation exposure to adjacent areas and ensure the safety of both employees and patients.

How do I know if a door is lined with lead?

Lead lined doors should come with labeling or documentation from the manufacturer. They are often marked with radiation symbols or signage to indicate their shielding capacity. You can check building plans and construction specs to confirm if a door is lead lined.