Mailbox Door Finder
Three checks prevent most wrong-door orders.
Use the listing photos and actual dimensions. Similar-looking cast mailboxes are not always identical.
Compare the curve and latch area
Look at the opening, top profile, depth, and overall proportions.
Measure width and height
Measure the opening and the old door when it is still available.
Inspect both lower attachment points
Confirm built-in peg locations or whether a bolt-on version is needed.
Not sure?
Send front, side, hinge-area, latch, and tape-measure photos before ordering.
Do not order from the size name alone
“Small,” “medium,” and “large” are convenient labels, but mailbox castings and hinge positions vary. The listing photos, actual measurements, and attachment style matter more than the category name.
Approximate size guide
- Small: commonly around 6.25 inches wide and roughly 8–8.5 inches tall
- Medium: commonly around 8.25 inches wide and 10 inches tall
- Large: commonly around 11 inches wide and 14.5 inches tall
These are identification clues, not a universal fit guarantee. Compare the exact measurements shown in the product listing.
Photo checklist
- A straight-on photo of the entire mailbox opening
- A side view showing the curve and depth
- Close photos of both lower hinge areas
- The latch area at the top
- A tape measure across the width and height
- The old door, when it is still available
Built-in pegs
Peg-style doors normally use one hinge peg on each side at the bottom. Installation typically starts by placing one peg into the original hinge hole, flexing the door slightly, and guiding the other peg into place.
Bolt-on mounting
Some medium doors and larger doors may use a bolt-on system for added strength or easier adaptation. Bolt-on versions use printed mounting holes with included corrosion-resistant hardware when specified in the listing.
Before and after ordering
When the match is uncertain, send photos before ordering so I can compare the style and hinge placement. Mailbox castings can still vary, so contact me if a door that appears to be the correct style does not fit as expected. I will review the measurements and determine the practical next step.