Classification and types of interior doors, a short course

Having made an expensive repair in your apartment, you can be proud of your refined interior three times. In your house there can be expensive furniture from noble sorts of wood.

Your apartment can be equipped with the latest home appliances. But, if the interior doors in your home are chosen incorrectly, or are absent altogether, then all your efforts can be considered vain.

Classification

All species perform several important functions, the main of which are:

• visual separation of rooms in the room;
• separation of rooms for its intended purpose (in the bathroom, the door to the kitchen, etc.);
• providing noise insulation (see. Noise Isolation of doors of various configuration);
• security of valuables and documents;
• securing sex and privacy.

Doors, types of which can carry different functions, are needed in every home. Today, the domestic market is literally replete with a variety of offers. You can easily buy imported or support domestic producers. Purchase manufactured at one of our plants is not a problem.

At the moment there are no difficulties in purchasing, they exist of all kinds and in various price categories. They can be fragile cheap, performing a pure separation function. Or they can be expensive, massive, they can strike with their beauty and help to keep many master's secrets secret.

Tip! Do not expect something supernatural from the cheap "Chinese door". These are inherently compacted curtains that partially reduce the noise level. Such doors are easy to break even with a weak children's hand, therefore, it is recommended to overpay a little money, but to buy a normal, solid door.

In order to determine exactly which of them you need to install in your home, consider the species. All species can be classified. This classification most accurately describes the type and purpose. Following our description, you can choose the best option for your home.

Swing

This is the most common type.

In turn, are divided into:

• single doors,
• Bastard
• double doors

Swing двери по типу открытия могут делиться на:

• internal
• external doors (on itself).

All these nuances must be considered before purchasing. Otherwise, you will then have to buy a new set of locks and hinges (see Hinges for interior doors: types and methods of installation).

In residential buildings, it is customary to install swing doors from the array:

• It can be natural, solid, glued or wood.
• It is also made of veneer based on MDF panels.
• Cheap swing make of plastic.
• Types of swing doors can be glass (see How to make glass doors with your own hands), but this is an attribute of office premises.

Prices for swing doors vary greatly, and can vary tenfold.

The cost depends on the materials from which it is made. Also, the price is influenced by glass inserts, which can be shock-resistant, and therefore costly. Pricing is also influenced by the size (see. Parameters of interior doors), especially if it differs from the standard ones.

Folding

This is the most democratic option. Such set in the event that there is a need to save living space. Moreover, folding doors belong to the variety that belongs to the economy version, and at low cost allows you to get an excellent result.

Folding обычно изготавливают из недорогого пластика. Принцип их работы похож на створки, как в троллейбусе – это так называемая «книжка». Если створок больше двух, то это «гармошка» (см. Межкомнатные двери гармошка – установка своими руками). Это дешевый вид, которыми чаще всего оборудуют гардеробные и кладовки.

Coupe doors

This is a very interesting and practical version.

These doors are of several types:

• sliding (see Sliding interior doors - features and applications);
• sliding apart (from two canvases).

Coupe doors крепятся на верхней, нижней или одновременно на двух направляющих. Верхний крепеж помогает избежать порчи вашего пола. Но,  двух или нижней направляющей, более прочны и устойчивы, но для этого придется прибить к полу «порожек».

Coupe doors are ideal for separating adjacent spaces. They also help to solve a number of design problems, for example, such doors allow you to create excellent studio solutions.

The only disadvantage is its high cost. Nevertheless, this is an incredibly stylish, comfortable and practical option.

Exotic species

These are species known as swinging doors or stable doors. They are somewhat reminiscent of the door in the subway car or in a cowboy saloon, respectively. They are made exclusively for the order, in the free market, they are very rare.

They are set in unusual apartments with bold designer finds. They give the room a specific, unique, memorable look, and create a sensation on guests. People of creative professions (singers, actors, musicians) install in their apartments. This element of the interior helps to emphasize their outstanding taste and personality.

Tip! If you decide and choose the door for yourself, do not forget about the main rule that every interior designer observes. All doors in your home should be in harmony and be in the same stylistic design.

Now we know what types exist in our market. You can easily make an informed choice, as you are approximately familiar with the basic door classification.

Finally, it is worth recalling that the doors have different types, this must be taken into account when designing the room. Based on this small benefit, you will be able to weigh the pros and cons, and despite the fact that the types are diverse, choose the one that will bring maximum benefit and pleasure.