Internal doors

With so many options of internal doors now available, Victoria Hunter explores the different types so you can choose the right

Internal doors can cost as little or as much as you can imagine, with styles and materials, and assembly options, to suit all budgets. Don’t forget to add the cost of the ironmongery to the door itself; higher end handles and hinges can cost a lot, as can architraves and skirting boards to finish off the look.

Panel doors

Beyond the traditional door style of yore, you can now find every configuration imaginable, from pocket doors to barn doors. When choosing, think of the function you want it to fulfil. For instance, you may need a way to partition your open plan areas, to separate a toy room from the main living area, or the dining space from the tv room.

A classic style featuring a series of panels within a frame. They are available in a range of designs, including two panel, four panel, and six panel options. Panel doors can be made from various materials, most commonly wood or MDF. They are often used in traditional and period style homes.

Flush doors

A sleek and contemporary style that features a flat surface without any visible panels. A popular door choice for modern homes for its minimalistic, seamless look. Easier to maintain than panel doors (less places for dust to gather).

French doors

A popular choice for dividing up larger rooms, this classic double door style is often partially glazed.

Glass doors

Glass doors are popular in modern homes and can be clear, frosted, tinted or textured. They can help make a space feel brighter and more inviting due to the natural light that they provide, especially for ensuite bathrooms with the use of frosted or tinted glass. Glass doors can also make a room feel more spacious as they can create a visual connection between different areas of the home.

Slimline doors

Pioneered by Englishman Francis Henry Crittall, slimline doors were originally steel framed. Today you can find them in timber or metal; the distinguishing feature is the slimeline look of the glass against a multitude of black frames. As with glass doors it provides separation but allows light in. On the higher end of the cost scale, slimline doors are usually custom made. On trend for the past couple of years, the aesthetic is contemporary.

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Pocket doors

Pocket doors save space and lend a modern look. They come in a kit whereby the door slides into a pocket or cavity in the wall, rather than sliding along a track mounted on the wall like traditional sliding doors. When closed, a pocket door is completely hidden within the wall, creating a seamless transition between rooms. They can be a great choice of door for creating an open plan layout, or for smaller rooms with limited space.

Swinging doors

Swinging doors do as they say, in that they can swing open either side on hinges. They are usually made from wood or metal and are a classic choice for homes with traditional or rustic styles. They can be used as room dividers.

Bifold doors

Bifold doors are most often used internally for wardrobes but can be used to separate zones as a design feature.

Dutch doors

Dutch doors, also known as stable or half doors, are divided horizontally. They are typically made from wood and are popular in county style homes, especially as external doors but they can equally be used internally. Dutch doors provide a unique look and feel while also offering ventilation as well as a pet and child friendly design.

Barn doors

Barn doors are a rustic and trendy style of door that slide along a track mounted on the wall. They’re a popular choice for adding a farmhouse look to your home. They can be used as a room divider or to conceal an unsightly area.

Louvered doors

Louvered doors feature horizontal slats or vents that allow for air circulation while maintaining privacy. They are usually made from wood (pine) and are popular choices for areas of the home where ventilation is important, such as closets, laundry rooms, and utility rooms.

Mechanical

with Heat Recovery Systems

For ease of installation and to maximise energy conservation, our range of Brink MVHR units is self-balanced as standard.

By balancing air-pressure outside and inside the home, the risk of exporting heat on cold, winter evenings and importing it on warm, summer nights through the fabric of the building is avoided. So, you can expect are a more comfortable living environment, with fewer drafts, together with enhanced levels of energy efficiency all year long.

Surprising as it may seem, not all MVHR systems feature inbuilt self-balancing as standard. Self-balancing technology is just one of many features which differentiates Brink. When installed alongside our clever, click-together Air Distribution System, Brink MVHR units combine unsurpassed ease of installation, with remarkable levels of efficiency and incredible levels of airtightness.