interiors
Internal doors – tips from the timber experts – JELD-WEN
Internal doors are often a forgotten feature in specifying building materials, but the look and quality of this functional finishing touch can make a huge difference to the end result of a project. Chris Miller, doors product manager at JELD-WEN discusses
to being functional and compliant, timber doors are more frequently being used to provide a stylish finish to a property, while still offering superior performance.
T Benefits of timber
Architects have long realised the style potential of opting for timber doors throughout a project. Timber not only looks great – as we preserve the wood’s natural appearance throughout the construction process, but it also offers fantastic energy-saving credentials and long-term value too. Quality timber products offer enhanced durability and reduced main- tenance, which makes them an ideal choice for achieving a desired look or specific design.
Style with substance
Investing in timber internal doors can provide a stylish finish to any building and the trend for oak doors is continuing. Oak doors enjoy aesthetic appeal and come in both finished and unfinished formats, lending themselves to paint, stain or varnish. Veneer doors are another example of how internal doors can
add value to any project. Long-known for durability and a non-scratch finish, real wood veneer doors are available with different core options including heavyweight, meaning they are extremely versatile, as well as offering enhanced insulation and are excellent for reducing sound transmission. Glazed doors offer an alternative way to bring light into
rooms and create different effects. Glazed Internal folding sliding doors enable light to pass between rooms and provide a great space-saving solution that adds distinctive character. Internal folding sliding doors enable one room to transform into two, giving the option to fully open the doors or to use a single door leaf for day-to-day access between rooms. By opting for a room fold system that has no bottom track or guide, seamless room to room flooring is created. Opting for doorsets can also really enhance a project. Designed to make installation quicker and easier, doorsets are Continued overleaf...
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he huge range of internal doors in today’s market means that regardless of the budget and scale of build there’s a suitable product for every project. In addition
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