Not a lot of things shape the interior of a home better than a good interior door. They are an important part of your house, and have an impact on its appearance, overall look and style. They might look like a small component, but they should not be overlooked that easily. As an object we use every day they are bound to leave an impact on us. Investing a little in better internal doors can really add to your home’s style and visual appearance. Here are some helpful tips on what to look for when in market for good internal doors.
The size
Before getting the new internal door you have to take measure. Most doors are common size (762mm x 1,981mm), but it varies from home to home depending on their age. If the doors are not standard size you might need to get a custom made doors. It doesn’t have to be standard to look good and stylish in your house, think about tall or extra wide double wing doors.
After you make the opening for the door, along with the door itself you have to buy the linings for it as well. This is the timber kit that fits and goes along the edges of the door opening. The doors are later hung on it. If you don’t feel like hiring a professional to do it, don’t worry, you can handle this by yourself without a problem. Or you could simply buy doors that are already delivered by being hung on a frame.
Solid vs Hollow
Doors in your home are usually made with hollow core or panels. Those that are made out of panels are from solid wood and have a higher price than their hollow core counterparts. The number of panels varies, usually from two to eight and they can also be glazed. Internal doors that have a hollow core are usually made out of laminate or wood veneer, and are literally hollow aside from some fillings usually cardboard. They are much cheaper than solid wood doors.
Internal doors also come with an option of solid core. Similar to hollow core these are veneered, but unlike hollow core these have steel in the center to add weight and resemble solid wood doors.
The style
Sometimes it can be quite hard to choose the right door for your interior. You don’t want your internal doors to jump out of the whole theme, you want it to complement the house’s style. If your house is decorated with antiques and has that older style look, choose the doors accordingly. Paneled doors would match really well with this style.
If you own a country style house, then you might want to go with ledged braced doors. These are made out of wood and are held up by horizontal ledges or braces. Minimalist flush doors go really well with modern houses. If you are short on space, sliding or folding doors are a great choice for your home. If you can’t find doors that suit your needs in shops, you can shop online for some elegant internal doors.
Materials
No matter the style, solid wood doors go with everything. Different types of timber are used for doors including cherry, oak and pine. Aside from wood you can buy doors that are made entirely out of glass or metal. Materials used for metal doors are usually aluminum or steel, and they give your house a very industrial look.
Follow these tips and choose internal doors that complement your house the best. Choose the doors that fit into your home style.
