Building a new house requires various materials and equipment. Many homeowners spend countless hours and bundles of energy decorating their homes. Their walls are immaculate, the furniture fits perfectly into their design aesthetic, and the color schemes are fluid and intricately woven into every fiber of their space.
However, in so many homes, the interior doors are often untouched and undervalued. It’s not enough to simply throw a fresh coat of paint on a chipped and worn-out door and forget they exist. Doors get a lot of use, so they deserve some attention.
It’s not always as simple as closing your eyes and blindly choosing something from the hardware store. From material to color scheme to door style, there are many variables that homeowners should consider when choosing an interior door.
The first thing to consider is the type of material used to create the door. This may be a simple choice because some homeowners may already have a material preference. However, some may be left scratching their heads because there are so many options available.
Wood is a superb option that is often used for interior doors. Wooden doors can be intricately designed, stained or painted to fit into any color scheme or aesthetic. They’re also long-lasting, don’t conduct cold or heat, and, as an added bonus, they’re excellent sound dampeners.
Another type of doors to consider are Hollow core. Hollow core doors are more affordable and lightweight than the solid core alternative. This makes hollow core doors an attractive option for contractors, homeowners, and designers on a budget, and due to their lightweight nature, they’re easier to install.
On the other hand, solid core doors are better for insulation and sound-dampening. They’re also less likely to become damaged and have a more luxurious look and feel than hollow core doors.
Furthermore, when choosing an interior door, it’s best to go with the color that fits your design aesthetic. Luckily, doors come in many different colors. Even if you can’t find a perfect match, most doors can be painted or stained any color you’d like.
In conclusion, picking the right doorknob and hardware is critical to the overall design and look of an interior door. Which material and colors are right for your door’s hardware? Do you want a door with locks? If so, what kind of locks would you like to use (deadbolts, chain locks, padlocks, hand levers, etc.)? There are many ways to customize your door’s hardware style, so take your time and consider every option.