{"ai_json_enabled":true,"answer":"There is no single clearance that suits every door. The gap needed depends on the carpet and underlay thickness, the door\u2019s swing and the condition of its hinges and frame. A carpet layer can advise on the floor build-up, but a qualified carpenter or handyman should check the door on site and decide whether it needs trimming or adjustment. Avoid cutting it based only on an estimate: too much can leave an unnecessary gap, while too little may still cause rubbing. If you are replacing carpet, mention any tight doors before installation and ask the installer to note the finished floor height and likely clearance issue. Then have the tradesperson assess the door with that information before making changes. This is especially useful where several doors or uneven floors are involved. For a carpet project, confirm the chosen carpet and underlay thickness and discuss any tight clearances as part of the measuring and installation planning.","answer_source":"openai_conversational_breadcrumb","category":"Installation, Measuring & Furniture","category_slug":"installation-measuring-furniture","confidence":"grounded_in_approved_carpet_sydney_context","conversation_depth":1,"conversation_followup_type":"clarify","conversation_parent_slug":"can-you-cut-the-doors-as-they-are-rubbing-on-the-carpet","conversation_reason":"The parent directs the customer to a tradesperson, so the practical next question is how much clearance the door needs after the new floor is installed.","conversation_root_slug":"can-you-cut-the-doors-as-they-are-rubbing-on-the-carpet","created_at":"2026-11-04T19:05:28+00:00","daily_publish_cap":2,"date_published":"2026-11-05","display_date":"2026-11-05","drip_batch":"2026-11-05","drip_status":"daily_auto_published","freshness_warning":"Products, colours, stock, pricing, installation timing and showroom details can change. Confirm current information directly with the British Carpet Company.","id":"daily-20261105-01-ee8b342b52","image_ids":["bcc-real-001","bcc-real-008","bcc-real-014","bcc-real-019","bcc-real-024","bcc-real-030"],"json_url":"/answer/how-much-clearance-should-i-leave-under-a-door-so-it-opens-freely-over-new-carpet.json","last_updated":"2026-11-04T19:05:28+00:00","public_disclaimer":"This public Digital Twin combines established British Carpet Company customer Q&A and approved business knowledge. Time-sensitive product, price and availability details should be confirmed with the showroom.","publish_status":"published","published":true,"published_at":"2026-11-04T19:05:28+00:00","question":"How much clearance should I leave under a door so it opens freely over new carpet?","question_intent":"clarify","rss_enabled":true,"rss_pub_date":"Wed, 04 Nov 2026 19:05:28 GMT","schema_enabled":true,"site_key":"british-carpet-company","slug":"how-much-clearance-should-i-leave-under-a-door-so-it-opens-freely-over-new-carpet","source":"daily_auto_carpet_sydney","source_record_ids":[],"source_type":"daily_auto_carpet_sydney","source_urls":[],"status":"published","tags":["conversation follow-up","daily_auto","carpet_sydney","Installation, Measuring & Furniture"],"updated_at":"2026-11-04T19:05:28+00:00"}