Simple mechanical door closer

Simple solution to close an outward opening door from inside - suitable for wheelchair users

Door with cord that serves as door closer.

Door with cord that serves as door closer. Photo: Katharina Ratzka

One end of a cord is attached to the keyhole on the door and the other is attached to the wall beside the door. To close the door from inside the user pulls on the cord.

Paid for by
The user

Editors comments
In Sweden a similar door closer can be purchased at Pegasos, pegasos.se (last checked Mary 2020).

A person closes the door by pulling on the cord.

A person closes the door by pulling on the cord. Photo: Katharina Ratzka

Author: Anonym 19

Personen bor ihop med maken i en villa på landet. Hon är pensionär. Sedan 1998 har hon en C-6 ryggmärgskada. Hon har personlig assistans 13 timmar dagligen.
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Type of disability

High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

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