Double doors to the hall: an overview of the types and recommendations for selection

The hall is used for relaxation with family or with guests. The door to this room should fulfill not only a functional, but also a decorative purpose. Double designs have a wide range and are even made to order.

Double doors to the hall can be installed both in the apartment and in the house. The structure is one frame, but two door leaves. These interior doors are suitable for wide and non-standard openings. Main advantages.

• High decorativeness... This door to the living room looks out of the box and makes the interior more interesting.
• Space zoning... A double door to the room allows for increased privacy. An especially important advantage when the hall is a checkpoint.
• Versatility... Suitable for any room. Can even be used to separate living room and wardrobe.
• High throughput... Facilitates the movement of furniture or other bulky items from room to room.
• Comfort. This door is easy to use. You can open both one sash, and two, if necessary.
• Fixation mechanisms... One sash can be closed tightly if it is temporarily no longer needed. The passage will become narrower.
• Visual increase in space. Glass structures allow a small room to be made large by increasing the amount of light. A particularly interesting option for modern studio apartments.

Designers assure that double doors are in perfect harmony with the interior in any style. However, the design also has drawbacks.

• Dimensions (edit)... When open, the flaps take up a lot of space.
• The weight... The door block of this design is quite heavy. It is especially noticeable if the material of the canvas is massive.
• Price. Such a model, even from the simplest materials, will be more expensive than a single-leaf one.

The two-door showcase between the rooms looks impressive, so this model is very popular. Doors of a similar design are divided into these types depending on the method of opening.

• Swing. The canvases are positioned mirrored in relation to each other. Each can only be opened in one direction. It is easy to install such doors; butterfly mechanisms are reliable. It should be noted that with a careful attitude, such products serve for more than 15 years.

• Pendulum. The swing mechanism distinguishes this look from the rest. The canvases can be opened in both directions. The opening type is also known as swinging opening. It is preferable to use if the room is walk-through and there are animals in the house. Usually the cat can swing the sash easily.

• Sliding. There are guide rails on the sides, the doors open to the sides, and not back and forth. The rails can be positioned both below and above the door. The mechanism saves space, the open sash does not take up useful space.

• Foldable... The leaves fold into an accordion. Outwardly, it resembles a screen system. The mechanism saves space and decorates the interior. Double-leaf doors in this design have the same number of sections on both sides.

Canvases can be made of glass, metal, plastic or wood. The cost directly depends on this parameter. Natural solid wood is considered the most prestigious material. Simpler models are made from MDF, veneer with PVC film. Frameworks in the latter case are usually wooden.

The material directly affects the simplicity and durability. Care rules are also directly related to this parameter. Features of doors depending on the material.

• Wood. Various breeds are used. The most expensive options are made of oak. They differ in heat-insulating and sound-insulating properties. Canvases can be decorated with stained glass, carving, glass.

• Metal. We are talking about metal-plastic models. They are durable and reliable, have a long service life. The doors weigh up to 20 kg. The box is usually made of galvanized steel and covered with plastic or MDF.

• Glass. Triplex is used for the manufacture of canvases. Aluminum profiles can be used as framing. Glass can be transparent, frosted and even colored. Such structures are used in small rooms to visually expand the space.

• Combined. It happens that the frame is made of timber or metal, the canvas is made of PVC or MDF, and glass is used for decoration. There are quite a few variations, you need to select it for the interior.

Double doors were often present in old houses and apartments. The openings were standard, there were no special differences in dimensions. The doors were about 60–90 cm wide, and the total length was from 130 cm with a height of 200–230 cm. Today, more and more often, doors are made to order. The options can vary greatly.

With a leaf height of 200 cm, the total width usually varies between 100-150 cm. The leaves can be both symmetrical (60 and 60 cm) and asymmetric. Everything directly depends on the features of the layout and the size of the hall.

Many people choose a door for its appearance. So, canvases with curved lines and various monograms, mostly wooden, are suitable for a classic interior. High-tech will be complemented by plain, smooth white canvases without patterns.The presence of glass inserts of simple geometric shapes is acceptable. Other tips for choosing an interior door with two leaves.

• The color should be selected close to the shade of the walls or the main furniture. Another option is to play with contrast.
• It is important to make the right measurements. Write down the width and height of the opening and the thickness of the wall.
• For a small room, it is better not to take swing models - they will take up too much usable space. Better to use folding or sliding.
• Doors for painting can be modified at the first request with minimal cost.
• Glass models are available on the market in a wide range, you can choose something unusual. It is better not to take transparent ones in order to preserve the function of delimiting space.
• Doors with decorative foil have an acceptable service life and are not afraid of moisture.
• Veneer sheets are visually similar to their more expensive solid wood counterparts. Thanks to the protective film, they are easier to care for.

The double doors in the hall look solemn and elegant. They are relevant in the interior of any style.

Interesting examples.

• Classic wooden doors with a swing mechanism and a fixed leaf. The door frame is especially beautifully designed.

• The opening mechanism is quite typical, however, glass inserts are highly decorative. The canvases let in light, but allow you to delimit the space.

• A striking example of the design of a non-standard connector, the door looks fabulous. When sliding, the sashes hide inside the walls, which significantly saves space.

• Hinged sliding doors have a suspension mechanism. An up-to-date solution for any interior.

• Folding doors look modern and interesting. The sections are matte, but they transmit light well.

• Pendulum glass canvases are covered with interesting thematic decor. They will last for a long time with a careful attitude.

For an overview of one of the door models, see the following video.