Recently, there has been a tendency in the design of residential premises to unite space, to create a single large room, divided into zones, however, interior doors are still a very important functional and aesthetic element of any interior. The main role of the door is certainly utilitarian. They separate, isolate the room, are also soundproofing and protect against excessive drafts. But it is impossible to refuse the decorative role of the door, because the appearance of the doors, their quality and beauty immediately attract the attention of those entering an unfamiliar room.
Modern manufacturers, both foreign and domestic, offer such a wide range of doors that differ in opening method, manufacturing material, design, size, various price categories, so the question is: how to choose an interior door, suitable in quality and price, sometimes it leads to a dead end .
There are certain criteria that help to make the right choice: firstly, it is a method of opening doors, which is very important for ease of movement, as well as maintaining the area of the room, secondly, it is the material and method of manufacturing the door, and thirdly, its manufacturer. Moreover, the price category of this product depends on the last two.
The classic and most common doors are swing doors. They are best suited for standard-sized openings, in standard apartments and spacious rooms. The design of such doors is not very diverse, although the assortment of their materials and various decorative elements of design is quite large.
Swing doors made of precious wood are most highly valued. Made in the manner of ancient masters, with carved inserts, paintings, bronze overhead parts, they are indispensable in an expensive, respectable, classic interior.
Hinged interior doors of economy class combine wood and MDF parts finished with veneer, which significantly reduces their cost. However, in a good manufacturer, an economy-class door will look very respectable.
Sliding doors are convenient in small cramped rooms, they can significantly save space. They are also good to use in large non-standard openings, and as sliding partitions for quick zoning of space. Modern sliding doors have a diverse design and materials used for their manufacture: wood, glass, plastic, metal and even crystal, which makes them a worthy addition to any interior. If there is a question about how to choose an interior door for a small cramped room or, conversely, for an too large opening, then pay attention to the sliding door design.
Folding doors are also well suited for cramped spaces and non-standard openings. In the open position, they fold into an accordion and do not take up much space. The design and materials for folding doors are also very diverse. Despite their fairly modern, technocratic look, they successfully fit into any interior. Folding doors are convenient to use in interior partitions. If the question arises, how to choose an interior door for a plasterboard partition, then pay attention to folding doors, they are thin and light and will not make the plasterboard construction heavier.
In construction markets, Italian-made doors are considered unrivaled. They successfully combine traditionally high quality, sophisticated design and natural materials. Exclusive models of Italian handmade doors are very expensive, but there are cheaper ones designed for the average buyer.
Interior doors of well-known domestic brands, such as Sophia, Volkhovets, Moscow Woodworking Plant, etc., are made using imported equipment, using high-quality fittings and components, are also of high quality and interesting design.
The color combination of all interior elements plays a very large role in its visual perception. The color of the doors, as an essential part of the interior, is also very important. How to choose the color of interior doors?
Classic wooden doors, in the first place, must be combined with furniture, flooring and other elements of the wooden decoration of the room. A good color scheme when the color of the floor and doors match. If the room is decorated with wood panels, the door, of course, should be the same color and the same material.
Bright doors made of plastic, glass and metal are more suitable for interiors in the style of hi-tech or minimalism. In a laconic interior devoid of deliberate decorativeness, a bright color door can become the only color spot that attracts the eye, then its design and decoration should be impeccable.
Very traditional white panel doors will be a good complement to any interior, especially made in light pastel colors.
How to choose an interior door? Before you go to the store, determine the type of door, color, workmanship and price category.