Well, forgive me for being blunt, but approximately 95% of people who are faced with choosing interior doors actually know nothing about them. Indeed, what’s so complicated about it, and if you want to thoroughly understand the types, models, prices, then why not ask the Internet for help.

Many people think so, and they are wrong. Do you know why? Because the vast majority of sites are of a selling – not informational – nature. The maximum that they will teach you is to choose a door solely from the point of view of external attractiveness. In principle, if you need a beautiful shell, you can stop there. A real owner will definitely dig deeper, because he knows that the external gloss can dissolve in a couple of months. We want to teach you a different – expert – approach to choosing an interior door, and for some intrigue, try taking a short test to check your level of knowledge in this area.

Having answered at least 4 questions correctly, you don’t have to be afraid that some irresponsible seller will deceive you and pass off a cheap, poorly processed structure as an expensive moisture-resistant fabric.

You will find answers to the test questions in the material below.

If you have problems with the choice, you have doubts about the sizes or materials, you cannot decide on your own which option of interior doors is better - contact the online store of interior doors “Into the House”. Specialists with extensive experience will definitely suggest the right solution.

Inexpensive doors remain one of the most popular among the population and commercial structures.

To learn how to distinguish high-quality products from doors made “in the garage,” let’s sort it out in order, examining the two main components of the price: the type of construction and the type of exterior finishing.

The inexpensive segment is represented by three types of structures: panel, milled and drawer. Each of them has already been tested by time and has its own strengths and weaknesses.

Panel doors

Smooth panel doors are the cheapest available. Consists of a frame and two sheets of MDF. The frame is usually made of pine timber. The MDF cover gives the frame rigidity and stability of its geometric dimensions. This is the simplest and therefore cheapest design. The service life of such a product will depend on how the frame is made and how thick the MDF is. If the canvas is strong and monolithic, it means that its geometry will not change, the gaps will not disappear over time, and the canvas will not touch the box, therefore, the likelihood of peeling off the outer coating is less.

There are no special ways to check the quality of a design in a store. Since cheap doors are purchased quite often, you can find many reviews about products in this category on the Internet. Be sure to check them out. This will save you from buying a door that won't last long.

The most inexpensive panel doors are made with a coating of melamine paper - these are the so-called laminated doors. This material has no relief and vaguely resembles natural wood. To somehow improve the design, glass inserts of various shapes are made into the smooth canvas.

Panel door with glued glass and eco-veneer finish

But there are absolutely smooth doors that look very stylish and without frills. Quality and beauty outer covering– these are exactly the characteristics of such doors that attract buyers. Usually these are doors lined with eco-veneer or other modern films. To add some variety to the minimalist design, use decorations in the form of metal moldings.

Another trend - metal edge, will help you get away from the main drawback of panel doors. Basically, the destruction of their outer coating begins precisely from the edge.

Panel interior door with aluminum edge

Milled doors

Not everyone is interested in smooth doors, so manufacturers began to look for ways to make the product not only durable, but also visually attractive. For example, reliefs. The easiest way to obtain them is by milling a smooth blade. Depending on the milling depth, some modification of the conventional frame design. This can be achieved in two ways:

Using thicker MDF;
Backfill under MDF in places where additional bars are milled.

Milled door with a classic design under a white PVC film

In fact, milled doors are a type of panel doors, because have the same monolithic base (frame and two sheets of MDF), only usually more durable and beautiful. Manufacturers use almost all modern film materials to cover such doors, but not paper-based ones, because... the latter cannot be “stretched” onto the relief. In the inexpensive segment, you should pay attention to doors lined with PVC film.

Drawstring or prefabricated canvases.

Tsar doors– that’s a completely different story. The canvas consists of parts that are assembled onto ties and tongues. But their main advantage lies not in this, but in the fact that each part is wrapped in facing material separately before assembly, so the canvas has no edges and visible joints. This means that nothing will come off and moisture will not get into the inner layers of MDF.

All three canvas designs have internal cavities. To improve performance indicators, these cavities need to be filled with something. The most inexpensive doors use honeycomb cardboard. At first glance, a simple, cheap material, but with its advantages:

Does not allow MDF sheets to sag as a result of pressure (honeycombs with a cell diameter of 45 mm have a strength of 500g/sq.cm);
Retains sound: if you evaluate sound insulation on a 5-point scale, cardboard can be given a solid three;
Reduces the cost of goods;
Virtually does not add weight to the canvas.

In more expensive canvases, insulators in the form of plates are used. The material is more expensive, but also more interesting in its properties. In addition to good sound insulation, low thermal conductivity is added. Doors with such filling have much better characteristics.

Attention! To understand what type of filling the manufacturer uses, knock on a sample door. If the sound resonates like a drum, then a honeycomb is used. A dull and quiet sound is a sign of the use of a high-quality insulator.

And also, if the manufacturer claims that it uses slabs to fill internal cavities, we recommend asking for certificates for this material. Cheap material may contain harmful additives that will cause fouling.

Types of external finishing

The choice of finishing material in the inexpensive segment must be approached with special care. This is due to the fact that for approximately the same money you can buy doors of very different quality.

You usually have to choose between different types of film coatings, the most inexpensive smooth doors with Fineline veneer veneer, and entry-level painted doors.

Let's start with the films:

PVC based films

They were one of the first to appear on the market. They are very durable, difficult to scratch, and can even be washed with detergent. Initially, they did not look very much like natural wood and looked cheap. Now we have learned how to make films with very attractive patterns and relief. We advise you to take a closer look at the now popular single-color films that imitate painting.

Doors lined with PVC film with a glossy effect

Some companies are trying to replace polyvinyl chloride with more modern polypropylene, arguing that the choice is toxic. There is an opinion that PVC in its normal state releases harmful chlorine into the atmosphere. In reality, this is nothing more than a marketing ploy. The fact is that the polymer does indeed “emit” toxic hydrogen chloride, but only during combustion, or when it is in a state of fine dust, which only occurs in factories where the material is produced and processed.

NB: it is not the polymer that is toxic, but the substances used for decoration: dyes, plasticizers to give relief, bleaches, etc. d.

Polypropylene (PP) films

More widely used. It costs a little more than PVC because it is more advertised. It goes on sale under different names:

Acrylate;
Siplex;
Cortex;
Nanotex.

They are polymers with identical composition. Unlike PVC:

More modern - innovative;
WITH high accuracy repeat the drawing natural wood;
More expensive.

Advice: if you have a choice between PP or PVC covering options, pay attention to the thickness and aesthetics. The first criterion characterizes the strength of the product according to the principle “where it is thin, it breaks.” The second is expressed in a variety of textures, reliefs, shades: most companies try to expand the range in this way. As a result, each door looks different, although they have the same coatings and do not differ much in price.

How to apply PVC and PP films

The canvas is placed in a special chamber with a vacuum press, pre-lubricated with synthetic-based glue. A film is laid on the surface. In the chamber are created the necessary conditions to initiate the diffusion process. As a result, a very strong connection is formed - in fact, the canvas and coating become one. The advantage of polymers is that they stretch well, so they can be used to cover textured surfaces. Inexpensive milled doors are covered with just such films.

Recommendations: Of the pronounced shortcomings, we will name one - the vulnerability of the door at the butt joints of the film coatings. Therefore: be sure to look at how the door is made, what the joints of the covering look like. Find out what the edge is made of, and if there is glass, pay attention to the presence of a seal.

Laminated doors

Now, when they talk about laminated doors, everyone imagines the cheapest doors with paper trim. But in fact, there are different options for this coating. They differ in the number of layers and have unequal strength.

The most budget-friendly coating option is melamine paper. First, a design is printed on it. For greater stability, the base is impregnated with resins and covered with a protective layer. Doors with such a coating can only be considered as a temporary option.

An improved version of lamination is the use of laminate. The film production technology looks something like this:

The paper is glued in 2 layers;
A drawing is applied to the surface (printed);
Treated with special protective compounds;
Apply to a non-woven backing during heating under high pressure.

A non-woven backing allows the material to be applied not only to flat surfaces, but also to bend around certain radii. This finishing method has one drawback: the thicker the material, the worse it bends. Unlike PVC and PP films, which are applied in a vacuum, it is impossible to cover the relief surfaces of panels with laminate, which imposes restrictions on the design door leaves.

In general, doors with such a coating should be inexpensive and resistant to household damage, but again, be sure to check the thickness of the material and the edge before purchasing.

Finish films

Otherwise they are called films with a finish effect on a thick paper base. A pattern imitating natural wood, stone, and minerals is applied to a flat or textured surface using printing. To protect against external factors, the surface is treated with resin. The last layer is applied with varnish.

Due to their low cost and low mechanical strength, such coatings are used to decorate cheap canvases. The advantage of finishing films is their maintainability: if a defect appears on the surface, it can be easily removed and a new one pasted on, thereby updating the structure.

Eco-veneer

One of the most popular and modern coatings. Eco-veneer varies in cost and quality; it is produced in Europe, Japan and Russia. As they write in advertising brochures, in order to make a synthetic film as similar as possible to natural wood, even to the touch and in relief, natural wood fibers are added to it. Those. They take wood waste, crush it, bind it with polymer, roll it several times with a press with the desired relief, paint it and get an eco-veneer.

In practice, eco-veneer is very similar to embossed paper with a layer of polymer on the surface. There is a cheap one, with a very thin outer layer, which is practically no different from melamine paper. But accordingly, there is also a high-quality, thick, expensive one. Eco-veneer bends, but does not stretch. This means that there are no milled doors with imitation panels covered with eco-veneer.

Eco-veneer can only be wrapped, so the drawbar system is considered the ideal design for using this type of finishing. As we have already said, their advantage is that each element is wrapped separately before assembly. It turns out that there are no edges, and the joints remain inside the canvas.

fineline veneer

The most inexpensive of natural materials. We will talk more about its properties later. Here we will say that the cost of such material goes beyond budget models. But the simplest panel doors, smooth doors lined with such veneer and varnished, can be purchased for a price of 3,000 rubles. For those who value naturalness on a limited budget, pay attention to these models.

Painted doors.

High-quality painting, like natural veneer, is expensive. But there are inexpensive doors, powder-coated, the cost of which is between 3,000 and 4,000 rubles. Paint gives durable, beautiful coating. Moreover, doors with any relief can be painted. But inexpensive technology, within a small budget, involves the use of edges, because... Only the facades are painted. If you like this kind of door, be sure to pay attention to how the edge is made.

Even at a low cost you can find beautiful, comfortable and modern doors. And the low price (from 1500 to 4000 rubles), in this case, is not an indicator of poor quality, but is adequate to the cost of the base materials used, finishing and the use of inexpensive processing technologies.

Middle price segment. Should I choose veneer or solid wood?

Traditionally, classification is based on 2 key characteristics:

As you have already noticed, all three structural types of cheap doors are also present in the middle price segment. Indeed, they are produced according to similar technology, but use materials at a level higher in strength and wear resistance. An ordinary buyer can distinguish them from models from the “junior” category, for example, by weight. Honeycomb cardboard is not used to fill such doors. The line includes models made from solid pine, chipboard, and MDF, which do not have cavities inside. They are more massive because they consist of denser, and therefore heavier, material.

To strengthen drawer models, instead of pine, some manufacturers use larch or birch plywood: this will significantly increase the strength of the door, while replacement will increase the cost slightly.

We’ll talk about the coverings of structures a little later - now let’s figure out which doors are called molded and paneled.

Molded doors

Characteristic features:

The load-bearing function is performed glass inserts;
On the sides the glass is framed with molded wooden posts;
Very durable used laminated glass– as a rule, triplex (two layers of glass glued together with a film);
Glass of different colors, with a transparent, matte texture, mirror inserts, stained glass, engraving, chemical etching, etc. are used.

Options: instead of glass, it is allowed to use a panel or an additional molded stand, which will divide the canvas into 5 segments.

Paneled doors

Classic models. Consist of two elements:

Bearing frame (frame);
Panel: internal inserts, the edges of which extend into the frame. The quantity varies - from 2 to 10 (canvases in the form of a chocolate bar).

Structural parts are made from different materials. The panel is made of MDF or glass for lining using solid wood and MDF. Covered with high-quality film or natural veneer. The most expensive models in this price category are represented by solid wood structures.

Doors of the mid-price segment by type of coating:

Natural veneer;
Fineline veneer;
Inexpensive array;
Enamel.

Natural veneer covering

The most expensive variety on the market. It’s time to compare it with the properties of solid wood – in design and moisture resistance. It is a thin slice of wood. Elite varieties and not very valuable materials are used. The most common:

Ash;
Anegri;
Red tree;

Precisely preserves the structure of the array, its design and color. Depending on the direction of cutting, it can be radial or tangential.

How to attach

The veneer is glued onto a pre-prepared frame. To obtain a stable connection, the hot pressing technique in a vacuum environment is used. The last step is to varnish the surface to protect the veneer from sunlight and scratches.

Signs of quality veneer:

Very smooth surface;
Chemical odors are present, but not very pronounced;
The surface pattern is unique and beautifully chosen;
The tinting is uniform without defects.

Fine-line veneer (reclaimed veneer)

Such designs are sold at a price of 3-6 thousand rubles. fineline is the same natural veneer made by thinly cutting the surface of wood from fast-growing, inexpensive species. Popular options:

Poplar;
Aspen;
Maple.

The manufacturing process boils down to cutting layers, tinting, gluing and re-cutting. Ultimately, the material looks like a continuous coating with a pattern of longitudinal lines.

Used in the production of inexpensive veneered doors. The downside is low mechanical strength. To enhance the protective functions, the models are coated with a thick layer of varnish.

Inexpensive array

In the middle price segment, buyers often prefer doors made from 100% solid wood. These are mainly paneled canvases. Oak, ash and beech are not available for this money, so doors are made from the following species:

Pine, it is varnished, tinted, translucent coatings, wax or paint are very popular
Pine inside, alder outside. This is done to increase surface hardness and strength;
100% alder. Due to the inexpressive pattern of alder, it is often heavily tinted or covered with a completely opaque coating, such as enamel.

The properties of each material will be discussed below.

Enameled

One of the most practical and varied options is used for finishing doors of any of the 5 designs listed above, as well as for expensive models from natural wood.

Advantages:

The technology provides very strong mechanical resistance and prevents from any damage occurring in everyday life;
High moisture resistance and, as a result, the possibility of installation in bathrooms and kitchens;
Wide choice of colors.

In the first two points, doors coated with enamel are superior to their veneered and film counterparts. Under the enamel layer, the natural texture of the material is not preserved, although this does not detract from the underlying aesthetics. Common decorative options are artistic painting with durable paints and filigree application of patina.

The strength of the doors is ensured by the use complex technology applying the composition. The process takes place in paint booth. Experienced craftsmen are allowed to work.

A comparative table will help summarize the description of the characteristics of methods for finishing interior doors:

Type of coverage	Laminate	Veneer	Eco-veneer	PVC
Parameters for comparison▼	Laminate	Veneer	Eco-veneer	PVC
Environmental friendliness	"4" Depends on the quality of the substance with which the paper is coated	"5" Slightly superior to other options	"4" Depends on the quality of the polymer	"4" The composition contains chloride, but its toxic properties are relative
Strength	“3” (if laminate is used)	"4"	"4"	"5"
Moisture resistance	“3”, well protected, but will deteriorate if a defect appears	"4", may peel off, but only if damaged paintwork	"4", not sensitive to moisture	"5", absolutely moisture resistant
Difficulties of care	“5”, wet cleaning is allowed, the textured surface makes cleaning difficult	"4", special care	“5”, difficulties are associated with the relief surface	“5”, not susceptible to water and special detergents
Price	Cheapest coverage	The tallest	Costs less than veneer	Low price (depending on the type of film)

What to choose, natural veneer or solid wood?

Solid wood is durable, beautiful wood with all that it implies, and veneer is just a section of it no more than 2 mm thick, which is glued to inexpensive MDF or chipboard.

The presence of many points of contact forces comparisons to be made between these materials. Veneered doors are just as natural, reproducing the texture of wood with perfect accuracy, therefore, just like their expensive counterparts, they are classics. The designs are similar in surface pattern and in some performance qualities, but have a price gap, sometimes quite significant.

If the main selection criterion is appearance, it is hardly possible to give preference to veneer or solid wood. A layman will hardly notice the differences. This can be done, for example, by comparing the weight of identical structures: veneer is lighter. For interior doors, where anti-vandal protection and strength are not the most important qualities, low weight is a plus, just like a low price. If we talk about eco-veneer, add moisture resistance and minimal sensitivity to temperature changes to the box of bonuses.

As a summary: solid wood and veneer are related textures. If you don’t want to overpay, choose inexpensive veneered models. Well, elite oak, wenge or mahogany in their original form are for those who need to match their status.

Doors made of 100% wood. Which array is better?

There are 5 main options:

Pine;
Alder;
Ash;

The conditional distribution of doors made from the listed materials by price segment looks something like this:

Low: solid pine;
Medium: solid alder;
Expensive (elite): solid oak, beech, ash.

Pine

The wood is not dense, loose, with a porous structure, and therefore has little weight.

Alder

Deciduous is not a valuable species. Less common than pine, it still has a wide habitat, so the wood is considered accessible and inexpensive. Positive characteristics:

Not much more expensive than pine;
The drying technology is not so complicated;
During the drying process, a lower percentage of cracking and warping is observed;
Approximately 20% harder than softwood;
It is well processed with stains and other compounds due to its high hygroscopicity (for the same reason it is not used in its raw form);
During operation, due to changes in humidity and temperature, a slight tension is created inside, so cracks appear extremely rarely.

Oak

Valuable, expensive breed. It grows slowly, mainly lives in the Caucasus and in regions of Russia lying on European territory.

Advantages:

High density (achieved due to the close arrangement of fibers);
The surface has high hardness, which increases over the years;
Provides products mechanical strength, beauty and durability.

The disadvantages of the breed are associated with high hygroscopicity. Doors are coated with protective compounds and are practically not used in their untreated form. Neglect of operating rules, especially if the drying technology has been violated, the wood will crack.

Dense rock conducts sounds and heat well. Such doors should not be taken into account if you want to achieve ideal silence and thermal insulation (standard requirements for entrance doors, therefore, to increase the insulation level, thermal break technology is used).

Ash

Peculiarities:

In terms of strength and hardness it surpassed those of oak;
Shows high flexibility and elasticity;
More moisture resistant;
Grows faster;
Cheaper than oak.

Wood is negatively affected by the atmosphere; under the influence of the sun, water, and winds it is destroyed, however, these criteria must be taken into account when designing entrance doors, and therefore are not considered by us as a disadvantage.

Beech

In terms of hardness, elasticity, and density, it has similar indicators to elite oak. Thanks to its homogeneous structure, it lends itself well to processing - polishing, grinding. The result is a flat, smooth surface without splinters.

The only drawback of wood is its high hygroscopicity (higher than ash and oak). Therefore, it is difficult to dry it without causing cracking and warping. Requires special processing and operation in compliance with the main physical indicators. Due to its capricious nature, few producers work with beech.

Which wood is more beautiful:

Pine	A very interesting, pronounced pattern with many streaks of contrasting color. In order not to disturb the beauty, colorless compositions are used for protection. Pine is a standard option for some European design schools
Alder	The monotony and lack of expression of the design is associated with barely visible growth rings and rays. Suitable for tinting and finishing with enamel, which also reduces its hygroscopicity and increases moisture resistance
Oak	The beauty of the drawing is achieved by large stains. Oak can easily be confused with ash - the species are similar to each other. Therefore, in the production of interior doors they are considered relatively interchangeable. Moreover, in some respects ash compares favorably
Ash	The surface is covered with streaks, like oak, but does not have light stripes located in a chaotic order across the growth rings, which is why it differs from its elite counterpart
Beech	The growth rings are clearly visible, appearing on the surface in the form of parallel or wavy lines. The wood has a fine texture

The cuts of tree species are unique. Based on this feature, you can learn to distinguish them from each other. Doors made from solid wood that grows in our country are more suitable for installation in the homes of our citizens. They are superior to imported analogues in price because they are cheaper and are more adapted to our climate. Some will say - what about the exotic? Studying the demand for these and other designs, we have to admit that Russians are more willing to install doors made of oak and pine, and are in no hurry to decorate their houses, for example, with foreign ebony wood.

How array characteristics affect the scope of application:

Criteria	Where and when to use	Varieties
Moisture resistance	For installation at the entrance to the kitchen, bathroom	Alder, pine, ash, oak, beech (subject to appropriate processing).
High risk of defects	In a children's room, in an apartment where there are pets	Oak, beech and ash are the most durable
Formation of persistent aromas of freshly cut wood	In a country house, in a country house, in an apartment (eco-style)	Pine: has a pleasant woody-resinous odor, emits phytoncides that have preventive and medicinal properties
For silence and warmth	For rooms requiring silence and good thermal insulation	Pine is the best, that’s why they are used in saunas
For a spectacular appearance	At the entrance to the living room, bedroom	The most beautiful texture is that of oak, ash, and pine.
Economical options	On a limited budget	Pine, alder

How to choose bathroom doors, which doors are susceptible to moisture

When choosing methods of protection against moisture, experts take into account that this negative factor affects furnishings in two ways:

When air humidity changes, wood products tend to reach equilibrium with the environment in terms of this indicator, therefore they either absorb moisture if the atmosphere is saturated with it, or, on the contrary, release it if the air is dry. At the same time, the dimensions of the product itself change, although if the door is made with high quality and the protection is correctly selected, this does not in any way affect its functionality;
When the structure is installed next to the water supply point, for example, in the same bathroom. Water drops often fall on the surface, and in the absence of exhaust ventilation, the canvas becomes covered with dense condensation.

The first factor is easier to deal with: you just need to foresee where the door will be installed and choose a moisture-resistant model, carefully treated with varnish, enamel or coated with film. It is worth paying attention to the joints and taking a closer look at the ends of the product: if there are defects at the edges, and the dense upper part remains unprotected, they can become conductors of moisture. Over time, the door will swell if manufacturing flaws are not corrected.

Which doors are more suitable for installation in a bathroom - consider the common options:

Array	Installation is allowed if the entire canvas is varnished and there are no chips or cracks on the surface. Due to its natural resin content, pine is sometimes placed untreated.
Veneer	Similarly: if there is a continuous undamaged varnish coating, water is not dangerous
Film doors	Not always a suitable option, depends on how the coating joints are made, the edge and what kind of film
Eco-veneer	Tsar doors with high-quality eco-veneer can withstand high humidity
PVC	Record holder for moisture resistance if production technologies are not violated
Laminated	The vulnerable areas are the edges, and the coating itself can simply swell
Enamel	The most acceptable option for installation in the bathroom

What does sound insulation of interior doors depend on?

Any door is soundproofed, but they differ in the degree of protection. As a rule, in the production of inexpensive interior doors this factor is given secondary importance, therefore, in order to reduce the noise level of hollow doors by 5-10 dB, cellular cardboard is used as an insulating gasket. More expensive doors use foam insulation materials.

The glass insert has the greatest impact on the reduction in insulating properties.

!!! This is interesting:Examples of common noise sources and their indicators:

Whatever sound insulation option you choose, you should remember that the level of protection must match or be lower than the degree of sound insulation of walls, ceilings and windows, because it makes no sense to install a “quiet” door in a room with “cardboard” walls.

The formation of a stable insulating cordon is carried out in four directions:

Choice of material.
Application of sealant.
If there are glass inserts - thermal break technology..
Achieving a tight seal between the canvas and the box.

If all options have been exhausted, and the sound insulation level is insufficient, you can use the so-called “Smart Threshold” of the guillotine type. This device cuts into the lower end of the leaf, and when the interior door is closed, it closes the lower gap.

What they say technical specifications? Russian SNiPs do not have standards for soundproofing interior doors. Manufacturers adhere to European standards - 27 dB (according to DIN 4109).

How things really are:

Please note that simply by setting the threshold at the input, you will reduce the noise level by 2-3 dB, which is not a little in conditions of strong audibility.

How to determine the quality of doors in a store - practical advice for the average buyer

We know how important “smart” products are to the uninformed buyer. practical advice from an experienced professional. We offer you clear step-by-step instructions, which outline the signs of not quality door.

Let's start by analyzing the problems that occur in veneered models:

Type of defect	Reasons for appearance
Defects in the finishing coating	Elements are poorly sanded or sanding was not carried out on every intermediate layer of varnish. The result is bubbles, pores, depressions
Leaks, cloudiness. There is a smell of chemicals in the room	Poor quality varnish was used
Elements are different in color, the design is poorly chosen	The surface is covered with low-quality veneer with defects
There are differences in the color of the coating on the canvas and at the edges	Edge defects. The technology is violated, because the shade on the entire surface of the structure must match, and the door itself must look like a model made of solid wood
There are gaps in the places where the panels are attached, at the glazing beads, near the glass, the edges do not fit tightly, the parts are loose	Poorly assembled
The sample has defects visible to the naked eye: scratches, cracks or other evidence that the canvas has been restored	Weak veneer was used or the technology was violated in the process of gluing it

What does a low-quality door look like? from the array:

The geometry is broken: check the dimensions along both diagonals. An error of up to 2 mm is allowed;
Hairiness due to poor sanding. The presence of protruding fibers, shavings are visible in the corners;
There are small cracks in the solid wood, and large gaps are left between the lamellas.

Signs of poor quality painted doors:

Poor assembly: large gaps appear between parts, which are especially clearly visible on painted structures. They look like large cracks;
The front is different from the edge: a high-quality door should have all surfaces of the same color. Perhaps they offer you a door covered with film;
There are unpainted areas. It can be seen that the edges and chips were painted over separately. Sometimes dust in the corners is hidden under a layer of paint.

Do not buy doors covered film, If:

Already on the sample there are places with a peeling edge;
Elements of drawer structures are movable;
There are large gaps at the junctions of the parts;
There are glue smudges on the surface, the seams are crooked, the seal is not installed or it is glued inaccurately and extends beyond the edges;
With slight pressure, the canvas bends: this indicates the use of very thin MDF and emptiness inside.

A few more tips on how to choose an interior door:

Ask for a cross-sectional sample - this way you will understand what is inside.
The upper end, which often remains unprocessed, will tell you a lot.
Try to estimate the weight of the product to understand whether solid canvas is used or there is cardboard inside.
Carefully examine the surface, look at it from all angles. It should be smooth and have a uniform color.
If the door has a glass insert, ask what kind of glass was used and how it was installed.
Try shaking the product slightly. If you hear a rattling sound, the parts are not securely connected to each other. A high-quality door is a monolith.

We check the quality of components: box, trim, etc.

All elements of the door structure are divided into 3 groups:

Canvas;
Accessories;
Moldings.

That is, everything that is outside the canvas refers to molded products. The reliability of all structures directly depends on their quality. What does this include? What to look for when purchasing?

What is called molding:

Box;
Additional timber;
Platbands;
Capitals, cornice.

Box

The same frame that is installed in the doorway. A holding element, fittings are attached to it, and the canvas is hung. There is a protrusion on the front of the box, on the edge where the door closes. This is the rebate on which the seal is usually attached. There are 2 types of boxes:

Regular;
Having a special groove for installing telescopic platbands with extensions.

The second model is more practical and easier to install, but costs a little more.

For ergonomic placement of the door in the opening, a hidden frame is used. As a result of installation, such a door seems to fit into the opening and becomes part of the wall. To enhance the effect, the canvases are pasted over with the same material as the adjacent surfaces. Such a door becomes visible only in the open position.

The material for the production of boxes is selected taking into account the type of canvas (you can see what it is made of by looking at the end part):

If it is solid wood, then the box should be made of the same wood;
If the door is covered with veneer, then the frame is constructed in the form of a sandwich, placing layers of pine, MDF and other durable laminated material on top of each other;
Frames in inexpensive doors are made from MDF;
Moldings for lightweight structures are calculated specifically for the weight of the product.

Additional timber

Factory door frames have a standard width of 70 mm. It’s good if it covers the entire depth of the opening, which is rare. In most cases, the walls are wider. To increase it to the depth of the opening, an additional beam is used (professionals call it an additional beam).

The design element is a bar with rectangular cross-section. The width is selected individually. More often, factories produce extensions of 100, 150, 200 mm. The technician will adjust the width during the installation process if 20-30 mm turns out to be unnecessary.

Platbands

Decorative elements. Placed at the edges installed box. They hide the resulting gaps, polyurethane foam, fasteners and other elements between the opening and the box. There are two types of platbands:

Regular: standard slats of different widths;
Telescopic: have a section in the form of a corner. The front part closes the gap between the wall and the frame, and the adjacent side goes with a groove into the end part of the box. Sometimes, if the width of the platband is not enough to reach the box, an additional element is inserted between them.

Docking of platbands is carried out in three ways:

Using square sockets;
Butt, at an angle of 45 degrees;
Butt joint, at an angle of 90 degrees.

To enhance the aesthetic effect, the platbands are made convex, carved, and decorated with grooves. They are made from the same material as the door itself.

Capitals and cornices

Decorative elements. They give the frame an elegant look. Installed instead of the top casing. In the lower part, the platbands are installed on heels, which logically turn into baseboards with a similar design.

We select fittings in accordance with the type of construction and installation method

The range of interior doors would not be so diverse if all designs were installed in one way. Of course, swing options are still considered classic and the most common. Many buyers are still forced to deviate from the standards if installing a swing model requires additional centimeters of space, and there is a catastrophic shortage of it. In other cases, the choice of a different design is dictated by aesthetic considerations or the desire to follow fashion.

We suggest finding out what methods of installing interior doors exist and which of them are relevant to you. There are 5 options - doors are:

Swing;
Sliding;
Sliding in the form of a pencil case;
Folding;
Roto doors.

Swing doors

They have a familiar appearance - a canvas hung on hinges that are attached to the box. When closed, the canvas fits tightly to the vestibule. Models vary in size and number of doors. Entrance to most rooms is through single doors. For living rooms and spacious halls, an expanded doorway and, accordingly, doors with two leaves are often used.

This option is now used in apartment buildings with different layouts. Since opening the canvas requires about a meter of free space, they are inconvenient to install in small rooms. Still, do not rush to abandon the swing door if its presence is acceptable, because these models:

Superior to other designs in terms of noise insulation;
Able to retain more heat in the room;
Provide reliable protection from burglary;
They are installed on rotary hinges, which at a low cost will last for many years.
You will also need: a handle and a latch, if you need to close it, instead of a latch, a lock and a screw

Recently, a minimalist trend has become fashionable in interior design, when they try to relieve the atmosphere from unnecessary items. To echo the trends of the times, the designers came up with hidden hinges. They remain invisible after installation, allowing the canvas to completely merge with the wall, but they cost 10 times more than usual.

Sliding doors

Characteristics:

The models are installed on a sliding mechanism that allows the canvas to move along the wall;
We save on the handle, hinges, and latch. Instead, you need inexpensive boat handles.
There are single and double leaf;
You can install any furnishings in close proximity to the doorway - nothing will interfere with opening;
Life time sliding mechanism on average 5 years;

Sliding doors should not be installed if the priority characteristic of the model is sound insulation. The fittings do not allow for a tight fit of the canvas to the box. Will fix the situation a little brush seal, but it will still not be possible to achieve the same performance as a swing door.

Sliding: installation “in a pencil case” inside the wall

A very profitable method in terms of saving space and at the same time the most labor-intensive installation. Installation is carried out using the same mechanism as in conventional sliding structures. When opened, the canvas does not remain visible, but completely fits into a niche in the wall. Superior to conventional models in sound insulation. The key advantage is the flawless design, but if the fittings fail, you will have to disassemble the wall to replace them.

Folding doors

The canvas consists of two doors, which fold like an accordion when opened. Produced in two versions:

When open, the doors are located perpendicular to the doorway;
The doors are located parallel to the wall.

The first method is cheaper. Installation is carried out on hidden hinges. Recommended for rooms with limited space. The disadvantage of the design is the narrowing of the doorway due to the doors placed inside.

The second method is more rational in terms of free space inside the opening, and also in terms of noise insulation it approaches that of a swing door. But such a system costs about 20 thousand rubles.

Roto-doors

Otherwise they are called rotary-sliding.

Advantages:

Models open in both directions;
Slightly save space

High price - from 20 thousand rubles;
Narrowing the effective width of the opening by the width of the door leaf;
Low level of sound insulation due to the lack of a vestibule with a seal.

As a summary...

The interior door has long ceased to be just a functional unit in the interior. Modern canvases have a unique artistic meaning and a rational design idea that allows them to withstand high humidity, blows, attack by reagents found in detergents.

Still, keep in mind the main rule - any door, even the most expensive and high-quality one, will cease to be one if an amateur has a hand on it. Competent installation is half the success.

Finally, one more piece of advice: a warranty on the door, a warranty on fittings and a warranty on installation are 3 different things. Remember this when you buy and install the structure.

Of course, we did not forget about the test proposed at the beginning of the article. We are confident that after reading the material you will be able to answer all the questions, which means you are no longer afraid of careless sellers and unscrupulous installers.

Goodness and comfort to your home!

The materials and photographs for the article were prepared with the support of specialists from the online store of interior doors “Into the House”.

Good doors are those that last a long time and harmoniously match the style of the interior. In a selection situation, several different aspects should be taken into account: type of material, dimensions of the product, design features and availability of accessories, manufacturing company.

Let us dwell in detail on those points that will help you choose wisely.

In order not to be completely confused by the large variety of doors and to significantly reduce the range of choices suitable models, it is necessary to determine in advance the amount of money that you plan to invest in door repairs. Without a doubt, products that strike a certain balance between naturalness, style, manufacturability and cost are always valued.

Which doors are better: what to look for?

Factors that determine the price of an interior door:

Interior doors can be made of a wide variety of materials. Array natural wood considered the most expensive raw material. After this the veneer is marked. Let us remind you that veneer is the thinnest cut of wood, which is used for the outer covering of the door structure, the frame of which is made of soft coniferous species.

The advantages of wooden interior doors are quality and durability, but the disadvantage is the high price.

Interior doors with laminated coating are the next in line in cost. Laminate can be film or plastic; its functionality is similar to veneer. It is placed both on the main surface and on chipboard or MDF boards. In this case, the price of a laminated product is the sum of two components: the quality of the coating itself and the cost of the base base for it.

Please note when choosing interior doors for the kitchen and plumbing rooms, it is better not to consider the option where the material is solid wood, since with all the advantages of such models, they are sufficiently sensitive to changes in temperature and humidity. With this approach, it will be possible not only to save money on repairs, but also to install an interior door in a more practical design.

Set of accessories. It may include door handles, trims, hinges, fastening and decorative elements. The cost of the included accessories is influenced by the material used as the basis for their manufacture, as well as the manufacturer’s brand. Depending on these factors, the price of accessories may vary significantly.

Manufacturing company. What matters is how well known the brand is and its scale.

Large enterprises care about their earned reputation, so they do not use low-quality and cheap raw materials or questionable production technologies that affect the final result in the form of finished products. They also attach great importance to product design. Famous designers are invited to develop the style of the door leaf, the remuneration for whose services is also included in the total price of the interior door.

If there is no need to follow exclusivity in design, then experiment with non-standard dimensions interior designs It's also not worth it. There is a large assortment ready-made solutions, among which in any case you can find the best option that will meet both aesthetic and structural requirements.

It is possible to save money by abandoning the author's design. But the manufacturing company should under no circumstances skimp on the quality of the product and accessories for it. Recognized companies have well-functioning production, an updated fleet of modern equipment, and established relationships with regular suppliers of raw materials. Therefore, the quality of their products is consistently high.

Differences between interior doors

To know which interior doors to install, you should familiarize yourself with their main varieties. From the point of view of material and design, all doors for placement inside the house are divided into 5 main types.

Classification by manufacturing method

Interior doors made of natural solid wood. This category includes products that are divided into:

made from valuable wood species;
made from softwood varieties.

There is no doubt that the cost of such products differs significantly.

Despite the fact that aluminum doors are expensive, they have a number of advantages: high strength, lightness and modern design.

The advantages of solid wood interior doors are: reliability, long service life (for valuable wood species), naturalness, prestige, and individual features.

Their disadvantages are price, ease of care, and weight. The price range for an interior door made of solid wood starts at 4,500 rubles.

Please note that doors made from hard deciduous trees are of high quality and, accordingly, cost: mahogany, beech, larch, maple. A door made of these species will not change its size in the opening, is very attractive in appearance and is characterized by increased wear resistance.

Varieties of doors made of coniferous trees, for example, pine, have a lower price. As noted earlier, they are not recommended to be installed in places with high moisture formation, since they are susceptible to drying out. In addition, soft rocks do not have high impact resistance and are easily damaged by mechanical stress.

Frame (panel) interior doors. In such structures there is a cavity inside that is filled with honeycomb cardboard contents or MDF.

The most popular interior doors are laminate doors, solid wood doors and dummy doors.

They are based on a frame, made in most cases from solid pine. Such a frame is filled on both sides MDF panels. The outside is finished with any coating: veneer, PVC or laminate film. In the canvas prepared in this way, a hole is cut for inserts made of glass or panels, attached using baguettes. Mostly this technology inherent in laminated economy class products. The production process of veneered panels is somewhat more complicated. And the main difference between laminated and veneered structures is that the former are filled with cardboard honeycombs, and the latter with MDF honeycombs.

These designs are expensive. Starting amount – 3780 rubles.

The doors are paneled. They are assembled from panels. Panels are called frame inserts of the door leaf. Panels are distinguished from solid wood or a combination of materials. More often they combine MDF and solid pine. In general, the canvas of a paneled product is a frame (binding bars on the sides), middle bars (bars located horizontally on the plane of the canvas) and panels mounted between them.

Compared to panel doors, panels made of panels are heavier and more expensive. But they are more durable and resistant to various deformations (for example, changes in temperature and humidity).

When choosing this particular category, you should have an amount starting from 2000 rubles.

Tsar doors. Such designs are represented by a canvas with transverse bar elements - drawers. Structurally, drawer products are a pair of vertical posts connected to each other by 3 or more crossbars (tsars). Combining frame components with glass and panels makes it possible to obtain many different options without changing production technology.

The peculiarity of drawstring canvases lies in the absence of a frame as such (its role is played by rack elements).

The minimum cost of drawer structures is about 4,000 rubles.

Molded doors. Their canvas is made of a single piece of glass and molded racks. The latter act as end supports for the glass. Such canvases are heavy due to the fact that triplex glass is installed in them (it has two layers, and the third is a film in the middle). This type of glass is quite strong and will not be so easy to break. The glass may have drawings, engravings, and fusing. These products are popular because they can easily fit into absolutely any interior. They have a small drawback - their sound insulation is low. Prices for these products are higher than all the doors listed above, starting at around 7,500 rubles.

Interior doors have another classification - according to the name of the coating. Let's look at it in more detail.

Interior doors: classification by type of coating

Veneered doors are equipped big amount advantages of all-linen products, but there is one thing: they are much lighter.

Interior doors with veneer coating. This door option can act as an alternative for those owners who want to install an interior door made of natural solid wood, but also want to save money. Veneered doors are endowed with many of the qualities of solid linen products, but there is one thing: their weight is much lower.
Interior doors coated with eco-veneer. Such structures are subjected to enhanced additional processing through environmentally friendly and unique coatings. Their difference lies in the variety of colors and durability of the finish, which makes them easy to maintain.
Interior doors coated with laminate film. They are a budget option for purchasing doors for an apartment. They are characterized by low cost, a large assortment of shades (including imitation of various types of wood), light weight, and ease of care. Please note that low-quality laminate is quite fragile, can be painted, and does not cause a pleasant sensation when touched.
Interior doors coated with polyvinyl chloride film. These products are the best solution for sanitary and kitchen premises, and for balconies. Easily cope with changes in moisture and temperature.

Naturally, there are other varieties. For example, combined. Such products are often authored by the designer and are quite expensive.

Based on the opening method, in addition to the standard swing types, there are:

arched type;
sliding;
accordion doors.

Today, the accordion door is gaining more and more popularity among them, and sliding doors are fading into the background. Accordions are not expensive, they are compact in size, so they are in demand for narrow and space-poor rooms. Other types are used for more spacious living conditions, in which they strive to create an exclusive design. They are often made according to individual projects.

Which interior doors are better: a buying guide

When choosing and installing doors in an apartment, we are primarily guided by their purpose. For example, for a kitchen room, the ideal option would be a glazed door that can let in a lot of light. For a spouse's bedroom, a solid door leaf is preferable. Stained glass designs would be very appropriate in living rooms. In rooms where there are fireplace and stove installations, according to fire safety regulations, appropriate safety doors should be installed. For children's rooms, important characteristics of the door leaf are: resistance to impacts and mechanical damage, environmental friendliness of the materials.

Another significant point when choosing is the direction of opening (for swing doors) or sliding (for sliding doors). This factor is very important, although often they do not pay attention to it and purchase a product with an inappropriate opening direction, which interferes with the arrangement of furniture, blocks the passage or prevents its full opening.

Pay careful attention to the combination various elements between each other, with the general color of the product, since subsequently reinstalling them can harm the entire structure.

And lastly: the door should be purchased from a trusted manufacturer, and the installation should be carried out experienced master. It just seems that installing an interior door is not difficult. However, there are also pitfalls here: starting with the choice of time for installation (it is considered advisable to install the doors after completion cosmetic repairs) ending with some installation nuances (for example, the use of foam when adjusting the gap between the frame and the wall).

Usually more difficulties arise when choosing a product for the bathroom. Therefore, we will devote more attention to this issue.

Which door is better to install in the bathroom?

An interior sliding door looks very impressive and at the same time significantly saves space, which is very important for small rooms.

The first thing to consider in such a situation is humidity. With proper ventilation in the room, it is possible to consider an option made of any material. The only exception for the bathroom is veneered doors. This is due to the fact that the veneer can peel off under the influence of humidified and hot air, although due to modern technologies finishing, their service life can be extended.

The top choice for installation in the bathroom belongs to glass structures. Glass is resistant to damage from moisture and temperature changes; it does not require additional care or finishing, but looks great. modern interior The apartments are simply luxurious.

For the bathroom, of course, you should select especially durable types of glass. Some may disagree, believing that glass is not the best choice for such an intimate space. Yes, in some ways they are right, but now in stores the choice of glass products is so wide that you can choose a tinted door made of glass or with colored stained glass. And through such material (even with a strong desire) it will be impossible to see anything.

For wide openings, a double door is more preferable, as it can visually increase the area of the room.

Another view door designs, which is quite suitable for the bathroom, plastic doors. Nothing has been said about the latter previously. And this is not surprising, since they are not particularly wanted to be seen as interior furniture. But for the bathroom they will be the best choice. Caring for them is simple; you can use household chemicals. And now you can even choose the color for them that you would like to see more in relation to the interior of the apartment.

Next comes the classic: hardwood doors are appropriate in the bathroom. You should not treat them with distrust, since with proper processing, wood can serve its owners faithfully for decades. It would be superfluous to remind you of the beauty and variety of models for such a solution.

Laminated bathroom doors, as well as those made from MDF and chipboard, are considered less durable, although more economical. For the sake of the triumph of truth, we note that such products, with sufficient ventilation, will not lose their original appearance more than 10 years. With all this, their affordable cost is very pleasing, just like the variety of their design versions.

After studying the above tips, draw conclusions in your favor.

As for the rest, your choice will be helped by your own preferences and knowledge of the amount of money that is already waiting to be spent with great joy on the purchase of new interior doors.

Choosing an interior door, or How to avoid becoming a victim of low-quality products

Renovating an apartment, office or country house is a costly and troublesome task. I want every detail to be designed in the intended style and at the same time remain functional and durable. This is especially true for interior doors - after all, they bear a considerable daily load. How to choose a truly high-quality, but at the same time aesthetic door?

Types of interior doors

Practice shows that most buyers of interior doors focus on the appearance of the product, while some are not at all interested in the materials used and other features of the product. Of course, design plays one of the significant roles: it must correspond to the general type of decoration - classic, modern or other style.

However, in order to enjoy the aesthetic appearance of the door for many years, it is worth paying attention to a number of features:

Product design . Classic swing doors or unusual sliding doors? Or maybe folding ones? The first ones are more common and simpler in design, which means choosing an inexpensive one and at the same time quality product it will be much easier. Folding and swing doors save space and add originality to the room, but are more expensive and more difficult to manufacture. If you choose the second option, evaluate the quality of the fittings (hinges, guides, etc.).
Production technology : veneered, laminated or solid doors. The first ones have a base made of solid wood or furniture panels, but are covered with a thin cut of expensive wood, are easy to care for and are unpretentious to the climate and humidity in the room. The second ones are almost similar, but instead of natural veneer, the coating is a durable artificial film. And finally, solid wood is an expensive natural material that allows you to create stunning luxurious interiors in a classic or antique style, but much more difficult to operate. However, the price of the product will not necessarily be prohibitively high - for example, among amateurs natural materials Products made from solid pine are popular, not as expensive as, for example, oak, and perfect for a summer house or country house.
Material . Despite the fact that wood-based doors remain the most popular in our country, there are also adherents of glass and plastic products. Glass is highly resistant to room temperature and humidity; it is not for nothing that modern doors for baths and saunas are made from it. In apartments and houses, tinted glass products are installed mainly at the entrance to the bathroom, but in some cases they are also appropriate for other rooms.
PVC products are not so popular for use in apartments; they can more often be found in offices and shops - this is due to their rather modest and distinctly urban appearance.
Wooden crafts, laminated or veneered, covered with PVC film, solid or with glass inserts, still fit much better into the design of most residential premises.

But if the material and fittings can only be checked “live”, how can you determine the quality of the door at the initial stage of selection in order to immediately discard unsuitable options? This is where information about the manufacturer comes to the rescue: after all, it has long been no secret to anyone which countries are famous for the excellent production of such products, and which countries cannot boast of making durable and beautiful doors.

Manufacturers of interior doors

Due to the difficult economic situation in our country, the market for interior doors has undergone significant changes: if previously a significant share of it was occupied by the elite category, now the demand for inexpensive but high-quality doors has noticeably increased. The main producers in this segment are four countries:

Israel. A country best known for its entrance doors, nevertheless, supplies interior doors to the Russian market. Of course, this product cannot be called the most budget-friendly on our list, but thanks to its high quality, it deserves to take its place even in apartments with an elegant interior. A significant problem is the small range of Israeli interior doors - mainly, as already mentioned, entrance doors are presented in Russia.
Finland. Finnish manufacturers are known for their skill in working with wood; their simple, laconic products in predominantly natural light and white colors have won the hearts of many of our fellow citizens. The assortment includes wood products - paneled doors made of solid wood, laminated, veneered, as well as glass products. At the same time, many consider the disadvantage of Finnish products to be their simplicity - straight lines and the absence of any design “excesses” will not be combined with every interior.
Belarus has been attracting lovers of inexpensive, reliable furniture for many years. Belarusian doors are also known for their quality and a wide variety of designs: many companies use European technologies in their work, and the products are often not inferior to those of Italian craftsmen at a significantly lower cost.
Russian manufacturers for last years have gained unprecedented popularity, and this is understandable: in terms of price-quality ratio they have surpassed most foreign companies. Leading domestic factories have embodied in their products, on the one hand, the centuries-old experience of their ancestors, who knew how to create real works of art from wood. On the other hand, they came to us from abroad Newest technologies, ensuring the reliability and cost-effectiveness of products. Now Russian manufacturers can boast of good quality, European design, and low prices.

Do not think that the elite segment has disappeared from sale - there are still products on the market from famous brands in Italy and Spain. However, rising prices and the introduction of sanctions have hit this niche hard: the range of classic European products in stores is very scarce, and buyers are increasingly “voting” in favor of economical and at the same time reliable interior doors from the above countries.

Price gradient

Of course, an important criterion for choosing doors is their cost: in stores you can find products up to several hundred thousand rubles, but not everyone can afford such a luxury. What are the fundamental differences between doors of different price categories?

Elite doors - are made mainly from solid oak or alder with veneer from valuable species tree. May have a complex non-standard or classic design, decorative carved elements, often created to order. The price for elite class products starts from approximately 35–40 thousand rubles and depends on the complexity and individual characteristics of the door, as well as on the manufacturer. However, do not forget that more expensive is not always better: do not let your guard down and take the time to inspect the model before purchasing.
Middle price segment - most often these are doors made of coniferous timber and MDF, covered with oak veneer. However, there are also other materials: for example, products made from solid pine using brushing technology - artificial “aging”, coated with varnish that emphasizes the natural grain of the wood are very popular. Prices for middle-class products start at approximately 10 thousand rubles per door leaf.
In the economy segment Mostly doors are made of solid pine coated with varnish, eco-veneer, as well as laminated products. Despite the low cost (from 1500–4000 rubles per canvas), in this category there are excellent examples of quality and reliability. For example, doors with eco-veneer are very popular, they are practically indistinguishable from products made from natural wood, are absolutely harmless and at the same time inexpensive.

The most expensive doors available for free sale can be found in the city of Bucharest: real works of art trimmed with genuine leather and tens of thousands of Swarovski crystals will cost the buyer about 2.4 million Russian rubles. And this is not the limit: the most expensive door in history was sold at auction for 105 million rubles.

So, we have listed all the small nuances that you need to pay attention to, and come close to the issue of choosing a door.

Which interior door to choose?

First of all, when purchasing an interior door, you need to evaluate the room in which it will be installed: size, opening, climate and humidity of the room. For example, most users recommend purchasing special moisture-resistant products for the bathroom. Rate the convenience of opening a classic swing door - it may be wiser to choose more compact sliding or folding doors. Also pay attention to the dimensions of the opening - with non-standard parameters, the door will most likely have to be ordered individually.

It is best to choose the type of door decoration based on financial capabilities and room design. For expensive interiors with solid wood furniture, it is optimal to select the appropriate models. To save money, you can prefer solid pine coated with a two-component varnish. Veneer would be a good option - outwardly it is practically indistinguishable from solid wood and, moreover, according to experts, it is even more reliable and easy to maintain. For simple interiors, you can choose doors with lamination or eco-veneer. The most budget-friendly options would be products made from solid pine without coating - these are perfect for a summer residence.

All components must be made and installed soundly: door frame, door leaf, hinges, locks, handles. It is not necessary to pay attention only to expensive foreign brands - high-quality Russian fittings will help you significantly save money without losing quality.

It is important to remember that a high-quality door is not only a reliable door, it is the competent execution of the entire cycle of work, from measurements to installation. Remember: replacing doors is much more difficult and expensive than their initial installation. By choosing a high-quality door and qualified craftsmen, you will receive a product with a service life of up to several decades - which means you will ultimately save a considerable amount.

The question of how to choose interior doors that are acceptable in quality and cost will never cease to be relevant. Modern manufacturers never cease to amaze customers with the latest product models and an absolute variety of goods. This has both its pros and cons. Of course, after spending a certain amount of time searching, you will be able to choose the ideal interior doors for your home. At the same time, an excessively huge selection creates difficulties, since not everyone knows how to distinguish a quality product from junk and what the features of different models are. Let's take a closer look at these issues.

Different models of interior doors have their own advantages and disadvantages that must be taken into account when choosing

Basic selection criteria

How to choose the right interior doors? In order to make your search as easy as possible, you can identify separate categories of features by which structures are assessed and classified.

The basic criteria for choosing interior doors include:

Material. This factor plays a fundamental role. It affects the technical characteristics of the product, weight, and cost.
Thickness. Because we're talking about As for interior doors, there is no point in purchasing overly massive, thick panels. The main thing is to ensure sufficient sound insulation.
Weight. This criterion is directly related to the two above. At the entrance to the apartment there is a fat woman massive door- this is an ideal choice, but for interior spaces it is not the best good option, especially if their installation is planned in thin partitions that are not capital or load-bearing.
Finishing. This factor has the greatest influence when choosing decor. It is the finishing that influences the appearance and design of the canvas.
Design. The structure of the canvas and the presence of inserts are also important. For some types of premises, for example, such as a toilet or bathroom, the use of transparent elements is unacceptable.
Color. Color, wood structure or pattern is one of the main factors influencing consumer choice.
Stylization. In order to the best way To fit the product into the interior, you can choose special stylized models with additional decor or a specific design.
Soundproofing. The door should muffle noise, especially in the bathroom and bedrooms.
Thermal insulation. To access the balcony, this is one of the main requirements; otherwise, the ability to retain heat for interior structures is not fundamentally important.
Moisture resistance. If you are considering installing a door in a bathroom or kitchen, you must choose a model that will withstand not only temperature changes, but also contact with steam and water.

The material of manufacture plays a decisive role in the selection and directly affects the characteristics of the door leaf

The last three factors largely depend on the previous ones, which determine the structure of the canvas and its outer coating.

Regardless of where exactly you plan to install the doors, you need to pay attention to all the presented criteria. This will greatly simplify your search and prevent you from wasting money on a low-quality product.

Base material

When deciding which interior doors are best to choose, first of all, you need to pay attention to the types of materials used in the manufacture of the door. The most popular of them are:

Tree. Naturalness and massiveness are a great plus. In addition, expensive species give the product status, which affects the entire interior. You can choose more cheap option made of pine, but such doors are less resistant to changes in moisture and temperature. In general, wood is best used only for living rooms.
MDF. This is an excellent alternative to wood. Instead of solid wood, small pressed chips are used. This is the most popular and high-quality option for the most part. Pay attention to the coating and sheet thickness.
Chipboard. Cheap, but far from the best quality material. Sliding canvases are often made from it. This is not the best option for a bathroom or kitchen, but otherwise, with high-quality processing, chipboard can be considered as an alternative to other materials.
Plastic. Suitable for creating lightweight, moisture-resistant fabrics. Most suitable for balcony blocks.
Glass and metal. These materials mainly serve as an insert, but for an ultra-modern interior you can choose completely glass door on a metal mount.

Types of materials used for the manufacture of interior doors

Design features

When choosing interior doors, pay attention to the structural features of the door leaf. This factor affects not only the cost, but also the appearance of the product. The main models are considered to be the following:

Panel. They consist of solid material, but may have small inserts, for example, glass.
Paneled. They are a set of elements: racks, crossbars and thinner panel inserts, which are connected to each other like a construction set and form a single fabric with an interesting configuration.
Deaf. One type of material is used, complete insulation is ensured.
With inserts. Glass or transparent plastic is mounted into the canvas, ensuring the passage of light.

The design features of the door leaf structure will affect its cost

Which option to choose depends on the room and the style of the interior.

Decorative cladding

Perhaps the most important thing when choosing interior doors is their appearance. It is directly influenced by the finishing material of the canvas. Let's look at the main types of finishes:

Varnish. Allows you to preserve the texture of a wooden door. Also used to secure others facing materials and as a protective layer.
Enamel. Used for painting the base of the door. The palette has no restrictions and depends on the specific manufacturer.
Natural veneer. An ideal option for many people, as it is an excellent alternative to an array at a lower cost. This is the most expensive type of cladding, but completely natural.
Eco-veneer Replacement of natural material with minimal addition of chemicals. Externally it is very similar to veneer, but thanks to resins it has greater strength and moisture resistance.
Film. Basically it means polyvinyl chloride. It has a wide range of colors and good water resistance.
Laminate. In general, it is a good option if the protective layer is melamine, but this is what increases its cost.
Plastic. Can be used as a thin layer coating or sheathing. The first option looks more neat.

The appearance of the door itself depends on the finishing material of the door leaf.

So, how should you choose the right interior doors for your apartment? Compare the cost of the product with its type of finish and the properties of this coating. Selected option by technical specifications must be suitable for the room in which installation is planned.

Color and style

Also, when choosing interior doors, you should pay attention to the color and design of the door leaf in relation to a specific style. For one interior, a bright film door will be an ideal choice, but in another case it will not be possible to find best option than a canvas with a clear wood texture and natural abrasions.

Naturally, wood and similar coverings are classics. The color does not have to be natural, as muted shades look very good: olive, gray, burgundy. However, wood grain is also suitable for modern styles, but at the same time, modern can be complemented with any other color and material.

Hi-tech, beloved by many, allows the use of glass and metal. If we take more familiar materials, their color should not be striking. The best choice interior doors for high-tech style: white, gray, black and metallic.

The style of the interior door should be selected based on the interior of the room

Wood with scuffs is optimal choice for country or shabby. This also includes patination, which is also great for classic and baroque. Bright colors and artificial materials– this is pop art, fusion and similar styles. But non-standard combinations can be used in an Art Deco interior: modern trends and elegant classical lines are combined here.

All tips and recommendations on how to choose a good interior door are not strict restrictions. If you like this or that product and you are sure that it will fit perfectly into your apartment, feel free to buy it. Be sure to check what is included in the kit, as low price may be due to the fact that you will have to independently select the box, trim and fittings for the canvas, and this can also take a lot of time and money.

Interior door - this is one of the main parts of the interior. Therefore, when choosing interior , must be taken into accounta combination of quality, efficiency and design.

In order to choose exactly the product that will suit your home and meet your taste preferences, we suggest using the following useful tips, which will help you to be fully armed.