There are many types of interior doors. There are two main methods for classifying them. One is based on the methods of opening doors, the other – the materials from which they are made.
Door opening methods
Swing. They can be single and double. The door opening from itself to the right is called «right», to the left – «left», this is important to know when buying door hardware. Double swing structures are suitable for large spaces.
Swinging. Of all the ways to open doors, this one requires the most space, since the canvas must be able to fully open in both directions. The disadvantage is poor sound insulation and protection against the penetration of odors, therefore such doors are never placed in the kitchen.
Movable. Such doors can be found in the train compartment – they either slide into special niches inside the wall, or move along the guides from the opening to the blank part of the wall. These types of interior doors are popular if the layout does not allow the use of a swing door. They also do not have sufficient sound insulation..
Foldable. Doors folding in a manner «accordions», are appropriate if the room is very small and you have to save space. Of all the methods of opening doors, this one is distinguished by the use of a large number of connecting elements, which loosen over time, as a result they do not last long..
Materials for interior doors
Wooden. Wood is perhaps the most popular material for interior doors. Excellent appearance, durability, wide price range (depending on the type of wood used in production) make them extremely popular. The leader here is pine, a beautiful and inexpensive tree.
Paneled. In this type of interior doors, plane elements are inserted into the frame – panels, which go into special grooves, thereby eliminating the use of glue.
Shield. Furniture panels, consisting of a frame covered with chipboard panels, are a popular material for interior doors. It is strong enough, durable and inexpensive.
Veneered. Of all types of interior doors, this one has the best price-to-appearance ratio, as it is made of cheap chipboard, glued on top with veneer, that is, with thin plates of natural wood.
Laminated. Such doors are made of chipboard and covered with a laminate on top, usually imitating wood. Pros – easy cleaning, the ability to wash with detergents. Can be installed in rooms with high humidity.
Glass. Using glass as a material for interior doors helps to visually enlarge the space. It is easy to apply a pattern on it, make it stained glass, matte or tint in various shades. Such a door can give a special «zest» the room in which the.
Plastic. Usually used for sanitary facilities, swimming pools. They are not afraid of high temperatures, humidity, do not deform and are cheap.
Metallic. Installed to protect against fire, burglary or unauthorized entry in those rooms where it is needed. Can be used in loft-style interiors. In normal situations, metal is not used as a material for interior doors..
