It is impossible to imagine a house without doors. We need them in order to enter or leave the premises. In ancient times, our ancestors covered their homes with animal skins to keep warm and protect from wild animals. The first buildings required the development of a universal design that allows you to securely close the room. Over time, people learned to process wood and extract metal, which made it possible to use these materials to make doors. New times require the use of new materials that are easy to care for and practical to use.

Peculiarities

The most common material for the manufacture of input and interior doors can be considered metal-plastic. Entrance doors are necessary for reliable protection from unwanted guests. Interrooms are important for limiting space and in each private room perform their important function. Bathroom and washroom need doorway for obvious reasons, the kitchen area is closed due to the spread of odors. Doors in the bedroom, nursery, living room, study provide privacy and soundproofing.

To appreciate the advantages of a metal-plastic door structure, it is worth understanding the features of such a material.

Among them are the following:

  • The presented material has a relatively low weight with sufficient strength, which puts it in a more advantageous position compared to other canvases.
  • Metallo plastic doors are used both in the form of input and in the form of interior, which confirms their versatility. Their difference is in the different strength of the profile and the possibility of installing a lock.

  • Metal-plastic is a material, the basis of which is a metal (or an alloy of metals) coated with plastic. This structure makes it possible to manufacture structures by welding, which indicates their strength.
  • The PVC coating is non-toxic and suitable for any indoor use.
  • The cost of the material with all its quality characteristics is quite acceptable.

  • It is easy to care for such material as plastic, therefore, due to the resistance to various chemical compounds used to remove various contaminants, doors with such a coating will not cause unnecessary trouble.
  • Possibility of giving desired color and texture gives an advantage over other materials.

Making changes to the interior with finishing materials and pieces of furniture, we create a certain style and character of the room. Doors as part of the space of the room cannot but play a role in the overall exposition, so it is worth distinguishing between the types of such structures in order to be able to include them in your home.

Kinds

All metal-palsted door structures can be divided into the following subspecies:

  • Input- perform mainly a protective function and require a good door lock. Fortified more durable metal profile, reinforced fittings, fastened with hinged hinges, which will provide a strong connection with the door frame. Models are available both without glass and with partial or full glazing.

  • Interroom metal-plastic doors will fit well into any interior, as the coating can imitate a variety of materials. It is the ability to give plastic any texture and shape that allows you to expand the range of models. A quality metal carcass will guarantee the strength of the structure for many years. There are also models with glass inserts, transparent or frosted, as well as imitating stained glass.

  • street- in private houses, such structures will be in harmony with windows made of window profile the same color. It is important that the door located on the sunny side of the building has mechanisms that prevent deformations associated with temperature changes, namely, the presence of more than one lock tongue on the end side. For better thermal insulation provides for a seal around the perimeter.

  • Bivalves models have two doors, which makes possible expansion the usual opening to the width of another sash. Applies to both interior and exterior doors. This will allow you to bring in and take out large-sized furniture or equipment. If the design of the apartment involves a wide doorway, then such a modification will ensure a harmonious division of space, and you can use only one leaf, and open the second as needed.

Design

Designers and engineers are developing unusual door designs that save space and visually expand the space.

Consider some of the features of their structure:

  • Sliding doors fit easily into small spaces as well as larger spaces. Their peculiarity lies in the mechanism that opens the door along the wall in which the opening is located. The movement is carried out along the guide rails that fix the sashes in the upper and lower parts. In this case, external characteristics can be of any kind, for example, such doors can be made in the form of a French window

  • Double ones are installed if the width of the doorway exceeds 90 cm. This is the permissible width of one leaf, at which the structure can withstand loads. Basically, both of them are rarely opened, more often the narrow one is deaf. The opening mechanism can allow the movement of the door both inside the room and outside, or both (pendulum).
  • You can visually reduce the limited space by installing a model with a double-glazed window, which can be one- or two-chamber, depending on the required heat and sound insulation. Glass, as mentioned earlier, may have the necessary tinting or haze. Also, for decoration, double-glazed windows are made with a binding of horizontal and vertical slats. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

  • Sliding structures are doors consisting of two or more wings, which fold in the form of an accordion when opened.
  • Arched models have non-standard sizes, so a change in the doorway is expected. This can be achieved by rebuilding this opening or inserting from the same profile.

The use of a metal-plastic base does not limit the possibility of manufacturing windows of various shapes and sizes, which makes it possible to choose a model that matches the style of the building. In any case, measurements are taken before installing metal-plastic doors.

Dimensions

Standard and generally accepted sizes are suitable for residents of block high-rise buildings, where the door parameters were determined by accepted standards during the construction of the building.

High door structures are suitable for rooms with high ceilings, where the doorway is above average. However, if the length door leaf exceeds the allowable, additionally install a transom in the upper part door block. In fact, this is a blind window, which can be either plastic (sandwich panel) or with a double-glazed window.

Colors

The style and character of the room determines color scheme all furnishings of rooms or buildings, this also applies to doors. Since plastic is easy to color, the possibility of manufacturing doors of various colors will not cause doubts.

Doors in this regard can have the following characteristics:

  • The glossy surface of the door can have the desired shade, it all depends on the desired effect.
  • A matte finish will add an external resemblance to rubber, make the color softer and warmer.
  • The ability to add texture and any color can create the effect of wood, stone, metal or other material.

  • You can also choose the color of the glass according to your own preferences. Processing the drawing by spraying will add artistic outlines. It is also possible to manufacture a double-glazed window imitating stained glass painting.
  • When choosing an input model, one chooses mainly its dark tones.
  • When choosing interior doors, they are guided by the color scheme of the room, as well as a harmonious combination with furnishings.

How to choose?

When choosing a metal-plastic door for your home, familiarize yourself with their subtleties and features. This will save the budget from unnecessary spending, and you from unnecessary hassle. And long-term use of correctly selected doors will guarantee a great mood.

When choosing a door with glass, it is worth considering its functional load. If its purpose is to be a partition of the interior space, then you should decide how much you need the transparency of the glass. The size of the double-glazed window should also be chosen taking into account the characteristics of your room. The larger the double-glazed window, the more you will open the boundaries of space. The most acceptable option is glazing to the middle of the door.

Using such doors for a private house, it is worth considering the compatibility of the entrance doors with the windows of the building, as well as the reliability and durability of the model you have chosen. Make sure that the door is correctly installed and completed, tightness when closing.

Doors made of metal-plastic are made of a special profile, more durable than for windows. Therefore, when choosing, it is worth asking if the manufacturers of the company you have chosen take this into account.

A blind door is more reliable for protection against cooling of the room and penetration into it. The decorative facade will add attractiveness to the model. External doors should be chosen according to the main indicators of their reliability - this is a special design, fastening on hinged hinges, hermetic closing.

If the selected design has a transom, then make sure that the removable elements - glazing beads, are on the inside. This also applies to models with double-glazed windows. It should be as energy efficient as possible, that is, not let air through. For greater efficiency not ordinary air is pumped between the panes, but a special gas, which allows you to achieve the desired effect.

Not so long ago, metal-plastic doors were installed only on balconies. With the development of technology, wider and more reliable profiles have appeared, allowing them to be used as entrances in private houses and cottages. They are devoid of major flaws. wooden doors- do not swell from moisture, do not require regular updating of the paintwork, and may look exactly the same or completely different - it's up to you. Of course, they cannot be compared with the reliability of metal entrance doors, but in cottages and private houses such a margin of safety is not needed. First, you can enter through the windows. They are not smaller now. Secondly, they protect the territory, and the gates. So the entrance plastic doors are a completely justified choice. Especially when you consider that they have many advantages and not very many disadvantages.

Entrance plastic doors can be part of the entrance group - with windows on the sides

Pros and cons of a plastic front door

  • Flexible manufacturing technology that allows you to make entrance doors PVC of any configuration, color, design.
  • Good performance in protection from cold / heat.
  • Various opening systems
  • Can be used in hot and cold climates.
  • They do not respond to changes in humidity.
  • Provide good protection against noise, dust.
  • Alarm compatible.
  • The ability to install locks of any complexity - conventional and with closing in all directions.
  • Requires minimal maintenance, easy to clean.

Of all the advantages, it often becomes decisive that you can order plastic entrance doors according to your own project. Without any restrictions. Another plus is the possibility of implementing a swing or sliding system. Sliding system goes well with French windows. Glazing area and they practically do not differ from windows, as a result we get a very harmonious solution. Thus, they make out the exit to the terrace, to the garden, to the backyard. Other materials do not provide such an opportunity - they are not compatible with the sliding system.

Sliding plastic entrance doors are a great way to arrange access to the terrace, garden to the backyard

Despite all the advantages, they have plastic entrance doors and disadvantages:

  • High price.
  • Difficulty of installation.
  • Not too high burglary resistance.

Most of the questions arise during installation. To increase reliability, a metal reinforcing plate is installed around the perimeter of the doorway. This also increases the complexity of the installation. In addition, it is necessary to comply with the technology that provides a high degree of heat and sound insulation. All this makes installation more difficult.

Entrance plastic doors: types, materials

How plastic entrance doors will meet your expectations, how well they will work, whether or not they will cause inconvenience, depends on whether the materials and fittings are correctly selected. The stability of the form depends on how mature the technology is (whether there is reinforcement in the corners, how holes for fittings are cut in the profile). The combination of these points ensures that even street plastic doors work without problems. Therefore, pay attention to every nuance.

Opening method

By the number of wings, plastic entrance doors are one, two, three and four-leaf. Most often in private houses they put doors with one or two leaves. Bivalves can be with two or one movable doors. The second sash also opens, but only in certain situations - if you need to let more air into the house or bring something voluminous. For such models, the second sash is fixed with latches at the top and bottom. Three-leaved most often have one fixed and two movable leaves, in four-leaved - a two-to-two ratio.

The number of wings is determined by the width doorway. Up to 90 cm, you can make one sash, from 1 meter to 1.8 m - two. A wider passage requires a three-leaf door.

According to the method of opening, the doors are hinged (with opening inward or outward) and sliding. swing doors can be ordinary or pendulum (when they can open both inside the room and outside). In private houses, pendulum doors are very rarely installed, mainly if the doors lead to the terrace.

Another point: the entrance doors in a private house usually open outwards. It's not a rule, but it's accepted. Firstly, it is more difficult to knock them out from the outside, and secondly, it is easier, if necessary, to take them out from the inside. But we must remember that this increases the cost of the design, since loops are required of a different type, more expensive.

Profile

The quality and properties of entrance plastic doors are determined by the quality and properties of the profile from which they are made. Therefore, be very careful when choosing a profile. It is advisable to use products of well-known companies. Rehau, Veka, KBE. They are tested, you know exactly what you will get. Nameless or little-known manufacturers are a big risk. No matter how soon the doors had to be changed because of their unsatisfactory quality.

Profile thickness and number of chambers

Street plastic doors are made of a special profile. It is wider and "thicker" than the one used for the manufacture of balcony doors and certainly wider than the one that goes to the windows. A reinforcing element is installed inside the profile. For plastic doors, they put a contour made of durable plastic, in metal-plastic reinforcing contours made of aluminum.

For metal-plastic entrance doors, a class A profile is used, the minimum thickness of which is 70 mm, the maximum is 118 mm, the thickness of the outer wall is at least 3 mm. In addition, it has more chambers, reinforced with thicker aluminum.

The choice of profile thickness depends on several factors. The first is the climate zone. The colder / hotter in your area, the thicker the profile should be taken. The second factor to consider is whether there is a vestibule in the house. If it is, you can try to save money - the vestibule will be a buffer zone. At the same time, do not forget about the cost - the thicker the profile, the more expensive it is.

Another important point is the number of isolated chambers in the profile (the more, the better, and the minimum is 3 chambers, but 5 is better), as well as the wall thickness of the outer lintel. Thicker outer wall- its greater strength, better protection against temperature extremes.

Also, to make the PVC entrance door more rigid, reinforcing elements are placed in the corners. This important point, which prevents distortions from gravity or temperature differences. All these features affect the final quality and ease of use.

There is also the so-called "warm profile for a plastic door." It has an additional plastic insert - a thermal break. It isolates the outer and inner part of the profile. This improves thermal insulation characteristics, and has a positive effect on sound insulation.

Reinforcement

A profile is used to manufacture the frame and sash, inside of which a reinforcing element is inserted - an aluminum profile. It can be C-shaped, U-shaped and closed - in the form of a rectangle. The most reliable is closed. It has great rigidity, which guarantees the preservation of the shape of the door during temperature changes. And pay attention, such a closed reinforcing profile should be both on the frame and on the sash. Then, even with large temperature differences, the doors will not “bend out”.

The difference between the profile for the manufacture of a plastic entrance door in thicker plastic, more chambers and a reinforcing contour made of thicker metal

At the same time, a reinforcing profile is used with a thickness of 2 mm - this is the minimum, but there is also 3 mm metal. This makes the structure heavier. It is by the mass of the door that one can indirectly distinguish a balcony block from an entrance plastic door. It makes no sense to take too thick metal, but thin metal simply cannot withstand the load.

How holes are cut

There is only one very important point. In many firms, in the manufacture of doors, holes for the installation of locks are cut out with a grinder. Moreover, the holes are made with a solid "margin". This is easier and faster, but such holes significantly weaken the structure.

It is with this method of cutting holes that the door bends with a “saber” at large temperature differences. This is when it is -20°C outside and +25°C in the house. In principle, the profile begins to bend at less significant differences - from about -5 ° C. Just as the difference increases, the gap at the top and bottom grows. Before ordering plastic doors, make sure that the holes are milled and not cut with a grinder.

loops

Since the profile and double-glazed windows for exit plastic doors have a solid weight, the hinges must be reliable. Models - overhead only, window models are not applicable. It is desirable to choose the best available - street entrance pvc doors in a private house open / close very often. Only good quality guarantees many years of trouble-free use.

on the sash standard width(60-80 cm) put three loops, on wider ones - 4, rarely more. Each of the loops is designed for 150-200 kg, so their total "carrying capacity" is very high. But you should not install less powerful ones - the doors open often, so the fittings must be reliable. That is why it is better to order hinges from well-known manufacturers. It is they who are responsible for how long the door will serve, whether or not it will warp.

Special hinges for plastic doors provide for the presence of

In order for the doors not to warp during operation, it is important to adjust them well. The weight of the sash should be evenly distributed on all hinges. Then, under any conditions, there will be no distortion and other problems.

Glazing

Plastic entrance doors can be without glass at all. Also glass can be located in the upper part of the door (its height is any). There is a third option - full glazing.

If the glass is made from the very top to the bottom, it is usually separated by a transverse crossbar - an impost. This is not necessary - there are firms that make solid glass, but there are few of them, since the technology is complex. Such glazing is much more expensive, and there is also the possibility that it can change the geometry. So basically they are trying to persuade them to divide by impost. Such double-glazed windows are easier to manufacture, cheaper, more reliable. The location of the crossbar is determined depending on the design - if the entrance group assumes the presence of windows nearby, they are made either at the same level or with a significant difference.

For street plastic doors, double-glazed windows are usually used. They provide a sufficient level of sound and heat insulation. Single-chamber energy-saving double-glazed windows also have good performance. In general, there are the following types of double-glazed windows:


Glasses can be ordinary, patterned, colored, satin (matte) with mirror coating. There are also armored ones. All this makes it possible to choose the characteristics of double-glazed windows for plastic entrance doors according to your requirements. Each firm has slightly different characteristics, the photo above shows data on Ruhau firms.

Threshold

Outdoor exit plastic doors can be equipped with two types of threshold:


Choosing a threshold is not the most difficult point, but it also contributes to the level of comfort. For entrance groups, it is desirable to make the threshold with a thermal break. This will prevent the cold from penetrating through the threshold.

Locking systems

Entrance plastic doors can be equipped with conventional locks - with one fixation point (single-lock) or multi-clamp. Multi-pressers have several “tongues” coming out of the sash.

There are two types of locks with multiple locks - multi-clamp and multi-lock. Clamps are designed for the best clamping of the sash to the frame. This ensures the preservation of heat, so such locks should be used if the entrance plastic doors separate a warm room from the street or a cold vestibule.

The second type - multi-lock - have a hanged burglary resistance. They have longer crossbars (tongues), which are more difficult to wring out. Such locks are worth using if you must pay attention to security. great importance. More specifically, the walls are stone, the windows are small, with roller shutters and an alarm installed. Then it makes sense to put a more secure lock. Otherwise, intruders will simply bypass the doors using the windows.

If you need both characteristics - both good thermal insulation and reliability - you can put a multi-clamp anti-burglary. They have trunnions (tongues) in the form of a mushroom. You can't hack them that easily.

Locks in multi-clamp locks are located vertically (from 4 to 6) and in the corners (additional ones are installed at high heights). This helps to improve the fit of the door. They can be driven by a key, or they can be driven by a handle. It is more convenient to use the pen. But it should be borne in mind that multi-clamp locks require a certain sequence of actions when closing. Over time, the owners get used to this, but at first it causes inconvenience.

Video on assembling a plastic door

It is unlikely that someone decides to assemble plastic doors on their own. It’s just that after watching these videos it’s easier to understand the structure of the door, the purpose of each of the elements.

September 24, 2016
Specialization: master in the construction of plasterboard structures, finishing works and styling floor coverings. Installation of door and window blocks, facade finishing, installation of electrics, plumbing and heating - I can give detailed advice on all types of work.

If you have a balcony or loggia, then most likely you have a balcony door with a window on one or two sides. This type of structure is called a balcony block and can have a variety of configurations.

Previously, during construction, wood products were always installed, the requirements for which are prescribed in GOST 11214-86 “Wooden windows and balcony doors with double doors for residential and public buildings”. In modern buildings, plastic is increasingly being installed, which is much better in terms of reliability. If you are thinking about replacing this part, then this review will tell you all the nuances of the work and the types of structures that can be used.

Legal aspects related to balcony doors

I am often asked questions about whether the dismantling of a balcony door is a redevelopment. There are a few things to consider here:

  • If you just want to remove the window and door and leave an opening, then no approvals are needed, because the wall configuration does not change;
  • If you need to expand the opening, then you can not do without coordination. If you live in panel house, then permission will most likely not be given to you, if in a brick one, then such an opportunity may be present;
  • If your balcony is transitional and can be used as an evacuation passage, then you will not receive a dismantling permit. You can only replace the balcony block;
  • Finally, if you want to replace the door with a different type of structure, then no permits are needed.

Can be placed completely glass structures instead of standard or replace wood with PVC, there are no restrictions. The main thing is that the design is reliable and durable. If you are interested in the requirements for glass doors on transitional balconies, then the most important of them is burglary resistance, most modern manufacturers use anti-burglary fittings, so this question disappears by itself.

In the review, I will talk about which doors can be installed, especially since there are many options, and each of them has its own advantages.

Door types

I will talk about three main options: wooden, plastic and aluminum doors to the balcony. Each of the solutions has its own advantages and disadvantages, so the final choice in any case is yours.

Wooden doors

This option is well known to almost everyone - products do not tolerate moisture well, the structure deforms over time, which is why the door does not close well. But modern products are very different from Soviet versions, these are no longer low-quality doors, in our time they have a number of advantages:

  • The structure is made of glued laminated timber, which is much better tolerated by changes in humidity and practically does not deform over time. Such products will not warp in a couple of years, they will work as expected for a long time;

  • High-quality fittings should be used in the design, this guarantees ease of use;

In general, I would advise first of all to clarify what fittings are used in the design. No one will put expensive components on low-quality products, so if the seller talks about the reliability of accessories, then most likely you have a good option.

  • Wood is an environmentally friendly material, and this, according to many, is its main advantage. In addition, the beauty of the natural structure of wood can be very useful in many interiors, and if you wish, you can buy painted in the options you need;

  • The thermal insulation performance of wood is much higher than that of plastic or aluminum, so if you need to protect the room from the penetration of cold, then choose wooden doors with energy-saving double-glazed windows. The most reliable option is a double design, in which there is space between the canvases;
  • Another plus of wooden doors is that, if necessary, you can carry out repairs yourself. The surface can be painted with any suitable composition, and the failed fittings can be replaced with a new one;

  • Structures can be made from both pine and more durable species: oak or larch. The latter options are much stronger and resist moisture much better, but their cost will be noticeably higher than that of standard solutions.

Now let's deal with the disadvantages, they are also available:

  • If you have an open balcony, then over time the paintwork on the structure will inevitably collapse and painting of all elements will be required. If you have a closed balcony or loggia, then this aspect does not matter;
  • The biggest disadvantage of wood products is the high price. For example, standard version a balcony block measuring 2000x1500 mm from pine will cost you about 35-37 thousand rubles, a larch product will be 4-5 thousand more expensive. And if you decide to install an oak structure, then be prepared to spend about 70,000 rubles.

Plastic windows

This is the most popular and sought-after product option today. There are several reasons for this popularity:

Affordable price The cost of a balcony block averages from 10 to 15 thousand, as you can see, in comparison with the same tree, this option wins at times. But I don’t advise buying the cheapest designs, it’s better to pay more, but get a product from a high-quality profile with solid fittings and energy-saving double-glazed windows

Advantage Description
Durability The design will serve you for decades, and if you use it on open balcony or loggia, then the service life increases significantly. Roughly speaking, you can put plastic and forget that the doors need to be changed in the short term. PVC is not afraid of changes in temperature and humidity, which determines its durability.
Good performance High-quality constructions have good indicators of heat and sound insulation, that is, for a reasonable price you get perfect solution that will protect your home from the cold and extraneous sounds. If the balcony is glazed, then even near the highway the noise in the apartment will be minimal
Choice of color If the usual option white color seems too dull and boring to you, then you can buy laminated products. They can be different colors, as well as imitate the structure of natural wood, making the design as attractive as possible

It should also be noted that in plastic doors the glazing area is much larger than in wooden counterparts. Double-glazed window can be from floor to ceiling, which provides the best illumination of the premises.

Of course, PVC balcony doors have their drawbacks:

  • Many believe that the material of manufacture has Negative influence on human health. This is only partly true: there are indeed harmful components in plastic, but their content does not exceed allowable norms established by law. If they can be used in Europe with its strict regulations, then there is no need to worry about the safety of such products;
  • The appearance of products is standard, even the use of lamination does not make them exclusive, because the same profile is used for production;
  • Over time, fittings require adjustment or even replacement. For example, if the door does not open for ventilation, but otherwise works well, then adjustment is needed, but if there are problems in all modes, then most likely the mechanism or its individual parts need to be replaced. Also, seals can wear out over time, but replacing them is not a big problem.

Aluminum structures

This option is used more and more often on balconies due to several important advantages:

  • Designs can be both cold and warm. If earlier aluminum doors (most often sliding) were used only on insulated balconies, then modern ones themselves perfectly protect from the cold and can also be used in cold spaces;

  • Aluminum is not afraid of changes in humidity and temperature, is not afraid of precipitation, so these doors can serve for decades. This metal is not subject to corrosion, so there is no point in worrying about its safety;
  • From such a profile, the designs of the most different sizes, and the glazing in them is always continuous, which improves appearance and allows you to see everything that happens behind the door;
  • The material does not burn, and also does not emit any substances harmful to humans, so it can be used in any premises without any restrictions;
  • Another important plus is the low weight of the structure, it does not create a load on the structure and is easy to install.

Now let's deal with the cons, they are as follows:

  • Aluminum has low soundproofing performance, which is why it is undesirable to use it in noisy places;
  • In terms of thermal insulation, this option is still inferior to both plastic and wood;
  • If scratches appear on the surface, then removing them will be very problematic.

Types of structures

In addition to the material for making doors to the balcony, they can also differ in design, I will tell you about the main options, each of them is suitable for certain conditions, so there should be no problems with the choice.

swing doors

This option is the most common and simple, but there are many types of construction that have their differences, let's deal with them:

  • The standard swing option is when the entire width of the doorway is closed with one leaf, which opens into the room in a direction convenient for you. The design can be different: you can insert glass from the bottom to the top, they can divide it into two parts and make one deaf, it all depends on your preferences. If desired, an additional anti-mosquito door can be installed, which will protect the room from insects in the summer;

  • The second option is double leaf construction, one part of which opens, and the second is deaf. This reduces the cost of the product and simplifies the task of how to beat the opening: put two leaves of different widths, and the system looks much better than a huge door. In houses of the 50s, the dimensions of the balcony door are non-standard, so it may be necessary to install a structure with additional glazing in the upper part so that the height of the leaf is standard;

  • If the width of the opening is large, then an excellent option would be to install a double-leaf option with an impost(this is the name of the jumper in the middle, to which the wings adjoin). This option is durable, but when moving, the jumper interferes, so this type of product is advisable to use only in cases where you use one sash, and the second is most often in the closed position;
  • Shtulpovy double-leaf door is different in that there are no jumpers between the leaves, one part of it is fixed at the top and bottom with special latches that open if necessary. If necessary, the latch opens, and you get a large opening without any obstacles. This is a very convenient solution, but its cost is much higher than that of the impost option described above;

Sliding systems

This option is only suitable for those who have a large opening and can fit two or more doors into it. There are two main types of structures:

  • Portal doors, this design is also called a compartment by analogy with cabinets. Its main feature is that two or more wings are located on special rails. The movable part of the structure, if necessary, is fed onto itself and shifted to the side, everything is simple and reliable. In the highest quality models, the sash can be folded back for ventilation, it is very convenient and practical;

  • Another option is an accordion door, which was named so for the specifics of its opening: the wings fold like an accordion and stand on the side, freeing the opening. This option looks very impressive in large openings, and often the design is double-winged - one part opens in everyday use, and the second as needed, a good example is shown in the photo below.

In the end, I would like to add a few comments about the external fittings so that you can easily open and close the door from the outside, and you do not have a situation where the door slammed shut and you were left on the balcony.

There are several options for solving the problem:

  • You can put full-fledged rotary handles both inside and out, then you can open the structure from any side, and the problem of how to close the door from the outside will not stand at all. The disadvantage of this solution is that strangers can enter the house if they get on the balcony, in order to avoid this, on outer handle I advise you to put a full-fledged structure with a lock, among other things, this will allow you to close the balcony from children;
  • The second option is to attach a magnetic latch from the outside, this is a very simple solution: a block with magnets is attached to one part of the structure, a metal bar to the second, even an inexperienced craftsman will not have any questions about how to install this element. For convenience, from the outside you can attach simple pen to use it to open the sash.

Conclusion

Whichever option you choose, be it a glass balcony door, a multi-leaf design or wooden version, it is important to purchase a quality product equipped with reliable fittings. The video in this article will tell Additional information on the topic, and if something is not clear to you, then do not hesitate to write your questions in the comments under the review.

The double balcony door is by no means a new fashion trend. This is an alternative to conventional single doors, because they are found both in apartments and in country houses and in office buildings.

Such doors received a special design, and hence the design and functionality that are different from other products.

Design and function

A double balcony door, unlike a single one, is equipped with two wings. Usually one leaf is responsible for opening and closing, and the second remains deaf. But sometimes both wings receive a mobile mechanism.

The first option is good because all the fittings are mounted in a blind sash - a strong support for the entire door. And in doors with two opening leaves, shtulp fittings are used for this task in order to do without an impost. Therefore, such structures are much more expensive.

On the other hand, double-leaf doors allow you to use the entire width of the opening and carry large furniture onto the balcony without any problems.

The role of double doors in the interior and their design

The double balcony door is wider than usual, its glass is larger in area. Due to this, it increases. This is true for dark rooms, the windows of which face north. The abundance of sunlight visually makes the room more spacious and refreshes the interior.

Doors with two leaves are open to experimentation with design. They can be laminated to look like wood and antiquity, painted in a variety of colors, decorated with layouts and stained-glass windows.

Balcony doors from Kaleva are also friendly with different ways decoration and allow you to create individual design for any home.

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The double plastic balcony door fits harmoniously into a modern or classic interior. The product helps to achieve the highest possible level of reliability and functionality. It is insensitive to moisture, temperature changes. Thanks to a thoughtful design, the model is securely fixed in the opening, provides reliable protection from cold air masses throughout the entire period of operation.

Buy a double plastic door with glass

You can buy a double plastic PVC door of any shade. We use RENOLIT PVC films for production. Color palette such components helps to fulfill any wishes of customers. Finished products, equipped with high-quality fittings, are lightweight and not subject to corrosive processes. They meet the requirements of GOST, which is confirmed by the relevant certificates. Our products will help organize any space, filling it with natural light.

If you need double pvc plastic doors to the balcony, please contact us! Plant team window structures"Giant" will cope with the work in a short time. We will manufacture products that will fully meet the expectations of the customer. Contact us! Our managers will accept the application, send a measurer. Qualified craftsmen will install the structure in accordance with current technologies. To find out more, call the numbers listed on the site, fill out and send a special form. Polite staff will answer any questions!


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