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  "name": "What's the difference between using offset hinges and widening a doorway?",
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      "name": "What's the difference between using offset hinges and widening a doorway?",
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        "text": "Offset hinges are a less invasive and often more affordable solution that shifts the door's pivot point, effectively adding 1.5 to 2 inches of clear passage without altering the existing door frame. This can be sufficient for minor clearance issues. Widening a doorway, however, involves structural modifications to the wall and door frame to create a larger opening, providing maximum clear width. The choice depends on the required clearance and budget.",
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        "description": "Offset hinges add a few inches of clearance without structural change, while widening a doorway involves construction for a larger opening."
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  "description": "Offset hinges add a few inches of clearance without structural change, while widening a doorway involves construction for a larger opening."
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