Design Pressure (DP) is a numerical value rating which defines the structural wind loading requirements for a building, and components or cladding of a building, described in pounds per square foot. Essentially Design Pressure represents the wind load the door system can withstand.
Below is a listing of special order wood products that can be used to create a DP Rated unit. All doors must fit configurations and restrictions listed in the previous charts.
Simpson Approved Dowel Pin Door Slab with Therma-Tru Continuous Frame System
| Door Series | Exceptions | Clarification |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior French and Sash | Must have IG Glass , 7001 design | 7000 series only |
| Traditional Doors | Panels over 1″ thick | 7000 series only |
| Advent Door | Not Available | – |
| Builders Advantage (Doors W/ Decorative Glass | Must be full lite or half lite | – |
| Mastermark (Doors W/ Decorative Glass) | No raised molding | – |
| Craftsman | – | – |
| Bungalow | – | – |
Simpson Mortise and Tenon Door Slab with Therma-Tru Continuous Frame System
| Door Series | Exceptions | Clarification |
|---|---|---|
| Sash | Per Nantucket configurations | No Sidelites at this time |
| French | Per Nantucket configurations; No 8/0 French Doors | No Sidelites at this time |
| Panel | Per Nantucket configurations | – |