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Friday, February 22, 2013

Obtaining The Best Closet Doors For Every House

By Kevin Mai


The best closet doors are those that can give one aesthetics, durability and functionality. Whether your home is 50 years old or 10 years old, you might feel it is time to replace those old-fashioned closet doors with new ones that will add value to the home and give each room a much needed face-lift.

The good doors are those that are made from solid wood or have a solid core. However, there are many different styles available today, which will serve all your needs, for any type of entrance. You will find doors that are made for pantries, any type of closet or utility room. They can be sourced at building supply retailers or from your local cabinetmakers.

Try to stay away from the old swing doors. They take up a lot of space and if you have small rooms then they will take up even more. In this regard, manufacturers have come up with all kinds of solutions. You will find bi-fold doors, accordion, bi-pass and naturally, the ever-popular sliding door.

If you need more customized looking doors then you can ask a cabinetmaker to make them for you. Alternatively, some building retailers will also be able to point you to manufacturers that can do this for you. However if you have a tight budget, you do not need to worry as you are mostly likely to find the perfect doors out there. Of course, you should consider buying mirrored sliding or bi-fold doors that will add the illusion of more space to a room and they reflect more light from outside, brightening up a dark room instantly.

If you have a tight budget, you might want to opt for a vinyl folding door. They are usually inexpensive, but some do tend to lack style. If you have a large area to cover though, remember that to more panels you put in the thicker the gathering side will become. Most of the fold hinges are plastic so they tend to wear out quicker.

Another thing you need to consider is the existing decor in your home. If you have very colorful or many home accessories in your rooms, then it is wise to choose a plain looking door made from a solid wood. On the other hand, you might not want to spend too much money, then get a cheaper but plain looking door that you could paint to match your decor.

The best closet doors will ultimately be the ones you settle for because they fit your criteria perfectly. There is not just one good door out there, there are many. If you are happy with your final choice whether if was a mahogany framed beveled beauty or plain looking door, then that is what matters.




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