As 🚪 plastic doors will change your home

Plastic entrance doors we used to see mainly in shops and offices. But they recently more and more often bought for private houses. Why did they become so popular? As such a design will fit in exterior and interior of the house? Answers to these questions are prepared for the edition you HouseChief.

Where handy plastic doors

Thus, the door is made of plastic, why this idea had not come to your mind? The reason is simple - the plastic is associated with something cheap and not very good quality. Whether it doors natural wood! They are traditional, beautiful and reliable. And as entrance doorsMany prefer the design of the metal. they are able to protect the house from unwanted intrusion. All this is true, but let's look at these products from the other side.

They are centenarian grandfather, creaking in the wind, shrivel in the heat and swell in humid weather. Lacquer with carved wood when exposed to sunlight, wind and rain burst, wood darkens. A painted door look, frankly, it does not matter. The slit wooden door blows in the cold.

BUT metal? They seem to be no flaws except for the cost. And you will feel at home, in safe. They are heavy. And not every school is able to withstand such weight, especially if the house is built on a new frame technology. Another minus metal doors - they become a bridge cold winter.

What about plastic? Modern designs of PVC does not look cheap, they can mimic the same timber or be filonchatuyu surface. They can be used in rooms that are not only outside, but inside are at an increased impact humidity. It is ideal for home basin, saunas, greenhouses.

Therefore, upon closer inspection, PVC doors - is a logical choice.

Types of PVC doors

Plastic constructions may be external or internal, blind or glazed. They differ in structure and design.

The easiest option - blind door. Its web may be plain or textured and patterned surface.

Input on design features paintings are divided according to the following principles:

• on the number of slats on the one, two identical or different in width;
• with or without a frame;
• with or without doorsteps it;
• with locking or opening doors;
• with different numbers of cameras, from two to five.

In addition, metal doors can vary in purpose. For example, balcony doors have a ventilation function room performed in Lite embodiment, input web further insulated and equipped with a metal coating.

PVC doors may be hinged, sliding or foldable. Input designs usually do swing.

Distinctive design features PVC doors

Made by all the rules of the door of standards it has such structural elements:

• frameFrom 2-5 cameras reinforcing profiles, which are mounted hinges and locks. Corner parts of the profile are connected by special fasteners, trims fitted over it;
• door leafConsisting of a metal frame, covered on both sides. From outside the metal blade is fixed to the front door on the inside - plastic. Insulation disposed therebetween;
• Keylock system. Its choice depends on the customer's wishes. You can even use the bolts on the door perimeter. The most common are the lever locks, but can be put and the code;
• loop, pens and eyes - it supplies, which are selected under the weight and design features. On such doors can be put closers or blocking system. In addition, the web further equipped with latches, chains, straps and pads;
• seals - serves for sealing constructions, protect the premises from outside noise, Odors and drafts;
• Saddle - it may be made of aluminum or steel. If necessary threshold insulated.

Dimensions and materials for doors

door size defined doorway. If the apartment is usually the standard 98 to 205 centimeters, the Entrance door in the house can be very different, non-standard dimensions. Sometimes, if the aperture is too large, the door is made with two unequal wings. One of them is fixed the lock and, if necessary, for example if you need to carry an overall thing, it opens.

The maximum thickness does not exceed 12 cm.

To produce such structures typically use polyvinyl chloride and the aluminum profile. PVC can be white or colored. In the presence of the glazing glass part may be transparent or coated with a matt film.

Pros and Cons of Plastic entrance doors

Before you make a choice in favor of PVC-door to enter the house, you need to consider this subject from the point of view of its advantages and disadvantages. What good is this choice:

Of course, all of the advantages of these doors directly depend on how faithfully perform their duties manufacturers.

But there are also disadvantages that you need to know before you make an order:

What is the conclusion from all the above? If you decide to opt for PVC-construction - do not skimp and trust only proven manufacturers.

Plastic entrance doors in color and design

The exterior of the PVC doors from modern producers satisfied the most demanding of the cottage owner. Here is everything - from the classic white to simulate the design and inlaid wood, if you so wish.

Additional decor elements can serve as accessories: handles, frame, eyes.

Modern production technologies allow you to attach the plastic of different shapes: convex and ribs, relief and the like. For all these "freaks" have decent pay, but beauty, as is known, requires sacrifice.

Concerning color palette - here are available in almost all the options. You can choose from solid colors from muted to bright. Very popular color of natural wood: walnut, oak, mahogany.

Eminent manufacturers - a guarantee of quality

Like it or not, but it's true. You can certainly find a little-known brand, which are just beginning to gain momentum and is therefore trying to attract customers with quality, but this is probably the exception and unnecessary risk. But proven company whose products are in demand - it is a certain guarantee. Who can be identified in this direction?

Sales leaders can be called three: Rehau, KBE and Veka:

• Veka - is an example of German quality. There is such products are not cheap, but it has good heat and sound insulation, resistance to cracking and excellent appearance;
• Rehau - another German, which has its own production in Russia. Numerous positive reviews noted the high quality profile of this company;
• KBE - again a German manufacturer, which goes towards its customers in cost. Products of this company is cheaper for the same high quality.

If we talk about the patterns of input plastic premium doors, then this line is worth noting Salamander products Mont Blanc and Kaleva.

By what criteria to choose the door of PVC

Customers primarily look at the design. That is right, but do not forget about the other indicators.

First of all, you need to pay attention to the reliability of the design. And the main criterion in this respect is the frame.

To the front door and important door leaf thickness - the larger it is, the better. Such doors are well insulated and resistant to cracking.

Give additional protection for the locks - it is better if there are several. Robbers will be harder to cope with the hidden door hinges.

When you purchase it is important to ensure that the color casings match the door frame and the canvas.

Metal fabric lining - optional, but desirable condition.

As a self-install the plastic front door

Small workshop for installation of this design:

Illustration	Description of the action
	You can start with the installation of the door handle. For its installation using clamps that are included
	The door frame is necessary to make holes for mounting using a drill
	Frame you want to align in the opening, carefully verifying the position of building level
	Through drilled holes should be sent Drill and Drill into the wall at this level. The frame is fastened by dowels. Usually used is not less than 6 dowels, 3 on each side
	After the strong fixation of the frame in the opening can be mounted canvas
	After hanging necessary adjust hinges and check the door is closed
	Gaps between the frame and an aperture need fill with foam. After drying the foam, any excess is cut off and establish trims

How to care for plastic door

Caring for these doors is easy. They only require a wipe with a damp cloth and, if very dirty - wash with soap and water. The only thing - is not desirable to use too caustic solutions. It is enough dish detergent.

So as not to scratch the surface of the plastic, it is not necessary to use powders or other abrasive cleaners.

In conclusion, we can say that to decide on the replacement door is difficult, but if you choose a plastic model, you will not regret. And what should the door in your house? If you are using PVC, share your opinion about it in the comments!

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