Sliding doors to the bathroom

Sliding doors to the bathroom are a great way to separate a room and save space. This is a functional and at the same time aesthetic option for decorating a room. Many are wondering how to choose the right option when renovating a room and stylize the surface of the doors so that they fit into the chosen interior.

Sliding options are a great design idea that saves a lot of free space and gives the room a more modern look. The end result depends entirely on what materials the designers use. You should consider the most popular types of sliding doors, as well as all their features.

First of all, it is worth remembering that there are different types of doors. The most popular of them is the classic sliding ones, which are found in wardrobes. In addition to this basic model, there are also hinged and cassette structures, as well as doors that fold like an accordion when moving. Doors of the "coupe" type are simple sliding structures. They work very simply. The door moves with rollers at the top or bottom. When moving, one sash goes behind another, and the passage opens. The system is quite simple and convenient. The good news is that in this case there is no so-called "dead zone", that is, a place where nothing can be put, as is the case with classic swing doors.

By installing such a sliding structure, you can safely install all the necessary things, dressers and so on in the bathroom and in the corridor.

All doors of this type are divided into two categories. If the suspension is on top, then the entire weight of the door falls on the upper roller, otherwise the bulk falls on the lower strip, and the upper rollers simply help control the movement of the leaves.

Another alternative is the cassette door system. This design at first glance seems more complicated, but in practice it turns out that it is such a door that is much more convenient to use. It is not so easy to mount such a door. When opening, it should hide inside the wall, which means that you have to install a central unit and decorate part of the wall with plasterboard.

There are also folding models. They, unlike the previous options, take up little consolidated space, so they are preferred by those who have little free space. When opened, the door folds like an accordion, or a book, which is why such a structure received its corresponding name. There is another important point to remember before buying: the doors do not fit tightly to the floor. To some it seems like a plus, but to others, on the contrary, a minus. If your room is not equipped with an extractor hood and additional ventilation methods, then this is a very good option.

The options for the materials used also differ.Sliding doors, as you know, are created from the same materials as swing doors, that is, along with plastic and glass models, there are also sliding models made of PVC, plastic and even wood.

High humidity and sudden changes in temperature can render the structure unusable, although there are many ways to extend the service life of doors.

High-quality glass doors win in this regard. They look no less attractive. Glass is a graceful, elegant material that adds airiness and lightness to a room. True, in the case of a bathroom, you need to take care of the selection of opaque glass or doors decorated with stained glass inserts or frosted glass in advance. You can also always decorate the surface of the door with an elegant painting or apply an original drawing on it. As for the strength of such doors, one cannot fail to note the fact that glass is considered by most to be an extremely unreliable material. At the same time, you can always pick up such a good option as tempered glass, which is processed in a special way. Such a door is able to withstand even strong mechanical stress, which means that no blows will harm it.

You can also pay attention to the metal sliding door. Steel or aluminum galvanized profile for the pencil case is practical and durable. Like veneered doors, products with a metal base are very popular.

You can also choose cheap plastic doors for the bath. It is very easy to style them like wood or metal. It looks impressive, stylish and modern, at the same time, they will cost many times cheaper than a construction made of natural wood. Another indisputable advantage of plastic is ease of maintenance.

All sliding doors, regardless of what material they are made of, have their pros and cons. You should consider each of these categories so that you can assess how beneficial and good such a design is for you.

It's worth starting with the positives. First of all, sliding doors compare favorably with swing doors in that they significantly save free space in the apartment. This model came to us from Japanese interiors, where designers tried to save every free centimeter.

It is also worth noting that a sliding door, regardless of whether it is a “coupe” or an “accordion”, is suitable for installation in a doorway of non-standard dimensions. If your door portal is wider or higher than usual, then this is where you can install practical sliding doors. They may not consist of the usual two valves, but of one or three.

Another plus is that such a door structure has a stylish and modern appearance. A well-chosen sliding door will help you either completely hide the entrance to the bathroom, or make the room look better.

Such a convenient design also has its drawbacks. First of all, as disadvantages, most note that this design is difficult to install. For the installation of a "compartment" or "accordion" you will have to spend a fairly large sum, especially when compared with simple swing doors. Also, many users note that this is far from the best design in terms of insulation.In order to tightly close such a sliding door, it is necessary to supplement the structure with a special insulating lining.

There are almost the same number of pros and cons of sliding structures, but if you have a small room and you can afford installing compartment doors, then it is definitely worth it, because the benefits in terms of saving space are quite obvious.

When choosing a sliding door to the bathroom or toilet, several points should be taken into account at once. First of all, pay attention to the quality of the construction. The compartment door or "accordion" should completely satisfy you with its quality.

The best option in this case is considered to be glass or plastic interior models. The doors to the bathroom should also be light and practical, therefore they prefer plastic products. They slide apart easily, do not break and are extremely easy to clean. Make sure that the door you choose fits into the interior of the room. How to make the right choice needs to be discussed separately.

A sliding door is a great addition to a modern interior, both in an apartment and in a private house. The choice of colors, material and decor is depending on the style in which the main interior is made. There are several stylish options to consider.

• High tech. A bathroom in a modern style is a rather minimalistic room in which the door is not decorated in any special way. More often than not, if you have chosen a modern style, a simple plain frosted glass sash will be enough for you. If we talk about its color, then preference, as a rule, is given to such colors as gray, blue or pastel.

• Classic style. A door with a wooden frame and beautiful glass painting can complement the interior in a classic style. A glass door in a classic style is decorated with exquisite patterns, gilding or other restrained details.

• Baroque. If you want to add bright colors to your interior, then pick up a beautiful sliding door decorated with stained glass, colored inserts or painted with bright colored patterns. An abundance of flowers and decorative elements are encouraged in this style.

• Photo printing. Separately, it is worth mentioning the large prints that adorn the sash along the entire height and width. Photo printing is a great move that allows you to achieve interesting results, because you yourself can choose any option for photography, from a landscape to an urban or fantasy picture.

In addition to the decor of the base itself, it is worth mentioning the ways of decorating the portal. There are many interesting ways, each of which suits a certain style in the interior. The easiest option is to simply decorate the flaps along the entire height with a picture or paint with paint or an airbrush. In this case, the doorway is hidden behind a beautiful picture, selected to your taste. You can also try to decorate the door portal using brickwork. Here, as an alternative, plastic styled as a brick is also suitable. However, you can just stylishly paint the surface around the portal with paints, it also looks beautiful and impressive.

As you can see, sliding structures are not only a practical, but also a stylish option for decorating a bathroom and adjoining premises. Choose a product that suits your style, decorate not only the door itself, but also the wall, and your room will look stylish and interesting. Pay attention to the materials from which the door leaves are made, as well as the presence of an insulating gasket between the leaves.It will completely hide the room from prying eyes.

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