Folding interior door-book: space saving and stylish design
Not all are owners of spacious apartments with a convenient layout. But some ways of arranging the space will help create a comfortable home. It is not necessary to spend a lot of money. A folding interior door-book is suitable for the design of an ergonomic interior.
Folding structures are used for any interior
The content of the article
- 1 Folding interior door design
- 2 Varieties of book doors
- 3 Methods for decorating interior doors-books
- 4 Advantages of folding interior doors of books: prices for some models
- 5 Disadvantages of doors
- 6 Features of installing interior doors of books: examples of photos and a review of prices
- 7 Helpful hints
- 8 Video: installing a book door
Folding interior door design
A folding door is a folding structure consisting of one or two leaves, which are divided into sections. When moving, the sections move on special rollers, which are equipped with a stopper and a retainer.
The roller mechanism is durable
The structure is attached to the door frame with hinges or with supports that are mounted to the floor or top beam. Foldable interior door-the book is fixed with loops and cloths. The strength of the products depends on the quality of the fastening of the canvases to the vertical beams.
The principle of the book design
Varieties of book doors
Depending on the number of sections, folding structures are in the form of an accordion and a book. The latter have two doors and fold like a book. And the accordion consists of sections, and is like vertical blinds.
Foldable products do not take up much space. They are installed in narrow and non-standard doorways. They are used as partitions when zoning is required.
Traditional wood door
Folding doors are made of MDF, plastic, glass, wood or metal. Combined models are common. In this case, the frame consists of wood, and the gaps are filled with glass or plastic.
Depending on the coverage, the folding interior door-book is of the following types:
- tinted when the surface is covered with transparent varnish;
Tinting is used for glass
- painted;
The choice of paint depends on the background of the interior
- veneered;
The veneer coating repeats any wood texture and can be of any color
- laminated, while the door is covered with a special film.
Helpful information! Book-shaped designs are popular because they look solid and are durable.
Methods for decorating interior doors-books
In the photo of interior doors-books you can see products from different materials.
Wood models
Pine is used for the manufacture of wooden structures. It is an inexpensive but beautiful material with an unusual texture. Stronger types of wood include maple, beech or oak. Wood models are used in classic interiors. They are environmentally friendly, aesthetically pleasing and excellent in keeping warm. To increase the service life, the surface is covered with mastic, painted and polished. Instead of solid wood, chipboard and MDF are used. Such products are less expensive.
Wood combined with glass inserts suits different interiors
Plastic products
When choosing interior folding doors for economy class books, you can focus on plastic. It is resistant to moisture, therefore it is used for doors to the bathroom or kitchen. The material is characterized by a rich color palette. White models go well with reinforced-plastic windows, and wood imitations are suitable for ethnic and classic interiors.
Plastic structures are great for utility and dressing rooms
Glass options
Combinations of glass with plastic, aluminum and wood are popular. Such options look original in the interior. There are different types of glass. There are mirrored, matte, transparent and colored models, as well as polished and sandblasted options.
When using glass, it is important to ensure safety. The best option is tempered glass or triplex. They are virtually indestructible. But even when broken, the hardened material will crumble into shards with blunt edges, and the pieces of laminated plastic will remain glued to the film.
Glass models visually increase the space
Helpful information! For non-standard openings, doors made of leather or textiles are used.
Advantages of folding interior doors of books: prices for some models
The foldable design has the following advantages:
- does not take up much space unlike standard models and helps save space;
- when opening-closing, it is pushed forward only by the width of one section, which allows it to be installed in narrow corridors, living rooms or small apartments;
- foldable section design is safe and quiet;
- the door is easy to dismantle. At the same time, no traces are left on the floor;
- a wide range of textures and colors;
- the ability to remodel the door. When expanding the doorway, it is enough to add one or more sections;
- the structure can be installed on the lower rail or do without it;
- there is a huge selection of fittings for book doors.
Combined models look stylish
In the table you can see prices for some items.
Table 1 . Folding door: models and average price
| Picture | Models | Material | Cost, rub. |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Folding door Type C-17X-c | Wood, glass | 4610 |
 | Folding door Type C-9O-c | Wood, glass | 3980 |
 | FRAMIR | Wood | 11800 |
 | Twiggy M1 Wenge Veralinga | Wood | 10460 |
 | FRAMIR Twice with Morelli movement | Wood | 28000 |
Related article:
The interior doors are accordion. Photos and prices, advice on selection and installation, examples of successful designs in a separate publication of our online magazine.
Disadvantages of doors
The disadvantages of such designs include poor quality heat and sound insulation... There are gaps and gaps between the floor and the door. With the help of special seals, this problem can be partially eliminated.
Unlike swing models, book doors are not particularly durable, the folding door mechanism is rather fragile, so it is not recommended to use them as entrance doors... Such structures must be equipped with door closers to ensure smoother movement.
Doors - books have a value higher than the price of ordinary doors. Prices range from 4 to 12 thousand rubles.
Features of installing interior doors of books: examples of photos and a review of prices
Installation of such a structure does not require special skills. The most difficult thing is choosing the right mechanism and accessories.
Design features of the book-door
The mechanism corresponds to the weight of the blades. The fastening and locking hardware must be strong enough. When installing such structures, you will not need to dismantle the doorway. You can remove the old door and install the guides in the upper beam. The rollers will move along them. On the sides, holes are made for screws, where the door is mounted.
To install a bookcase door, special fittings are required, which can be picked up in specialized stores.
Door leaf installation diagram
Note! Experts recommend choosing guides from aluminum and steel, as well as rubberized roller mechanisms. These elements contribute to silent and easy opening of the sash.
Helpful hints
The door-book needs care and adherence to the rules of operation. These components determine the service life of the product.
A budget option
After installing the structure, the following recommendations should be observed:
- rollers and rails are periodically lubricated with machine oil. This will avoid unnecessary sounds when moving the door and extend the life of the mechanism parts;
- do not jerk the door hard. This will cause damage over time;
- the structure must be kept clean, especially the individual parts.
Such a door structure fits into the environment and saves usable space.
Folding interroom structures are distinguished by convenience, beauty and functionality. They are made on the principle of blinds, which makes it easy to clean and free from damage. These benefits can be obtained by performing the correct installation.
Video: installing a book door
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