Sliding (hinged) doors are not the only variety of models that are used in a house or apartment to save space. Constructors and designers are trying to create different versions of them that would not clutter up the room and look as elegant and beautiful as swing doors. Such an example is a "book".
Doors: varieties
In the traditional version, their canvas is folded in half. Although no one forbids increasing the number of folds. Of course, the effectiveness of these doors as a room divider is small, although in some cases their use is justified. For example, it makes no sense to install it in the pantry. Also, the book canvas can be asymmetrically divided. This separation option is more elegant. For example, on a large area of the canvas, there may be some kind of pattern.
Doors: design
For a better understanding of the functioning of the door-book, it is worth considering in detail its design. But it is quite simple: a certain part of the door leaf is attached to the bar of the box, located vertically. Standard door hinges can be used , as well as supports that are attached to the top of the box and to the floor.
Fastening the web using standard hinges is a practical option, since in this case it fits snugly against the beam of the door frame. In the second method of fastening, there will always be a gap between the beam and the blade. They are interconnected by door hinges. Next, a guide is attached to the top of the box, and a roller will move along it, which sets the direction of movement of the entire door. Basically, the guide is not installed at the bottom. It is also equipped with a latch and a stopper. Since the guide is not a supporting structure, the reliability and strength of the door can be determined by the quality of fastening to the box, as well as the canvases.
Doors: advantages
Their first and main advantage is space saving. This is very important for small apartments, for example, "Khrushchev", therefore, their installation will be an excellent solution for the rational use of the entire area of the apartment. For economical owners, a booklet door is also suitable: the price of a design depends on various factors, which means that you can find a model and an inexpensive one. Its use can be a spectacular and stylish solution for decorating a room if it is selected in one style solution with the whole room. Also, their merits include unusualness, modernity and ease of use in a house or apartment.
Doors: flaws
They are mainly criticized for their low protection against the penetration of various odors, low sound insulation, as well as backlash when opening doors. The use of high-quality modern fittings and various advanced solutions to increase sound insulation make it possible to get rid of these shortcomings. Despite everything, many now choose interior door-books. The price for them varies depending on the materials of production and the accessories used. In addition, the impossibility of using it as a security door is considered a significant drawback, since it cannot be an obstacle due to the low stiffness of its paintings. Choose experienced installers and trusted suppliers, then there will be no problems with this type of door, and they will last for many years!