How to choose the right entrance metal doors?

The quality of the front door is one of the main factors that you should look for when buying it. Today, manufacturers represent many varieties of such structures, differing in the material of manufacture and design. In this case, special attention should be paid to metal products. Not every modification can provide complete safety. Therefore, before buying, you should find out how to choose the right entrance metal doors to the apartment. This will allow you to get a high-quality product that will last a long time without significant deformations.

The variety of door metal structures is quite large, which allows them to be classified according to many parameters. One of these characteristics is the purpose of products, which are divided into the following types:

• Street. Structures of this type are mounted in places where they are in direct contact with the street. They are often intended for private homes.
• Apartment. Installation of such products is carried out inside an apartment building. Entrance metal doors to the apartment are not in contact with the environment, as they go into the staircase.

• Ceremonial. This type of entrance door is used to equip office buildings and private houses. Among the distinctive features are the presence of several doors, as well as non-standard dimensions.
• Office. They resemble apartment structures, but at the same time they do not present great safety requirements. They are often used to create a specific image of the company.

• Tambour. They are installed in the vestibule in front of the apartment in order to protect against undesirable visitors from entering the section.
• Special. Door leaves of this type are highly durable. Bulletproof or fireproof metal can be used here (structures can withstand prolonged combustion without deformation).

There is a classification of metal doors according to the level of burglary resistance:

• 1 class. Door structures of this type can be broken open with a minimum of tools or simply with brute force. This includes the cheapest models made from thin sheets of metal.
• 2.3 class. Such products are already subject to breaking only with the help of high-quality master keys or an electric tool, the power of which is not more than 0.5 kW. If the latter figure exceeds 0.5 kW, then this is the third class of doors.
• 4th grade. The strongest and most durable structures that perfectly withstand both rough burglary and the impact of a bullet or fire. Such models are also distinguished by high heat and sound insulation.

Iron doors are highly durable and durable. But all these characteristics depend on the specific characteristics of the material that is used for the production of structures. Almost all Russian manufacturers use only 2 steel grades to obtain door leaves:

• 08PS;
• St3.

Depending on the method of obtaining metal sheets, they are divided into:

1. Hot rolled products.Steel of this type is one of the cheapest. On the surface of the sheets, paint is poorly adhered, which does not protect the metal from corrosion.
2. Cold rolled products. Doors from it are much better resistant to external influences, but at the same time the cost of such raw materials is much higher than the previously considered material.

Externally, door leaves can be decorative. For this, several types of materials are used:

• Artificial or natural leather. It is used only for apartment or vestibule structures that cannot be directly affected by the external environment. These doors are unique and presentable.
• Powder or classic paint. Spray doors have a long service life. The application of such solutions is carried out only in special chambers. For handicraft production, special types of solutions are very often used, with which metal can be coated with a spray gun.
• Wooden lining. This includes MDF and natural wood sheets, which give the surface a unique design.

• PVC film. Its main purpose is to protect the sheet from accidental damage. The technology for the production of such materials allows you to give sheets of almost any color and style.
• Glass and mirrors. Doors with this design combine sophistication and practicality. Such products are suitable only for peculiar interiors, where these materials will be combined with the rest of the design of the room.
• Solid wood. Such materials perfectly combine the durability and decorative properties of a natural product.

Technical characteristics of metal doors are subject to change by each manufacturer. One of these parameters is the thickness of the door leaf. This characteristic is assessed on the following points:

1. Sheet thickness. Today, many experts recommend paying attention to these characteristics. But it should be understood that burglar resistance does not always depend on the thickness of the sheet. Still, high-quality entrance doors should be made of steel with a parameter of at least 1.5 mm. Thinner versions can be cracked very easily even with a normal kick. When you need a high level of strength, then it is better to give preference to structures with a steel sheet thickness of 2-3 mm. But it should be understood that the weight of the canvas is proportionally increased. These indicators can be measured using special devices, among which the micrometer is the main one.
2. Stiffener thickness. Similar elements are made from various rolled metal products. Often this figure varies in the range of 40 mm. The strength of this part of the door leaf depends not only on the thickness, but also on the shape of the frame.

The modern market presents many design solutions for metal entrance doors. This allows you to choose the best version of the product for every taste. When choosing a color scheme for a door leaf, several characteristics should be taken into account:

1. Building facade color. It is important to consider it if the doors go directly to the street.
2. The predominant color scheme of the interior or exterior.
3. The purpose of the structure.
4. Illumination of the door leaf.
5. The complexity of leaving.

Today, there are several classic colors on the market used for finishing door panels:

1. Gray. The advantage of such a surface is that dust and small scratches are not particularly noticeable on it.
2. Black. This color is also universal, as it suits almost all interiors.In some cases, the surface of the door may not be completely black, but only present as blotches.
3. White. Door leaves of this tone are quite rare, as they do not differ in practicality and versatility. Traces of dirt and scratches are clearly visible on the white surface. Therefore, such a door must be constantly and efficiently looked after.

Metal doors are also used for thermal insulation of the house. They can be supplemented inside with special insulation:

• mineral wool;
• polystyrene and its varieties;
• felt;
• polyurethane foam;
• special thin thermal insulating gaskets, which are made of materials that do not transmit heat (used for the manufacture of doors with a thermal break).

Metal door manufacturers release them ready-to-install. To do this, you do not have to purchase additional items. The set of such a system includes several products:

1. Frame (box). It is made in the form of the letter P or completely rectangular (with a threshold). It also consists of steel sheets and corners of various strengths and thicknesses.
2. Canvas. This part of the door is often attached to the box. If necessary, dismantling will need to unscrew it from the hinges.
3. Decorative items. These include overlays and trims. The overlay from the inside is used as a decoration, while the outer side of the canvas may not be covered with a similar material.
4. Locks. Some of them are already installed at the factory, while others will need to be assembled by yourself.
5. Fasteners. Many manufacturers complete doors with concrete or brick anchors. But it is impossible to use them for wooden frames. Therefore, in this case, you need to purchase a different type of fastener.

Buying a steel front door involves evaluating several of its parameters:

• Inner frame type. Many experts recommend giving preference to solid-bent pipe designs. Moreover, it must have jumpers in different planes.
• Thickness of sheets. There is no single standard for choosing a quality door. If burglary resistance is important to you, thicker sheets should be preferred. When this parameter is not so important, then you can use subtle options. The inner iron sheet may not be as thick as it is only used as a decorative layer.

• Locks and hinges... There are many options here as well. The simplest designs are equipped with a simple cut-in design that is very easy to crack. When you plan to increase security, you should use several types of locks in one canvas. Particular attention should also be paid to the hinges, which must be hidden. Systems with external hinges are very easy to remove, which is not the best option for entrance structures.
• Design. This characteristic is individual and depends only on the preferences of a particular buyer. The modern market offers both solid and apartment door panels with a mirror.

The quality of a metal door depends not only on the material used, but also on the production technology. Therefore, it is so important to pay attention to the manufacturer of such products. Among all the variety, there are several popular manufacturers:

1. Elbor. The Russian company has been operating on the market for over 40 years. It produces several types of doors, both budget and premium class.
2. Dierre. The Italian company produces luxury canvases.Its products are one of the most popular on the market today. Users note the high reliability of these designs. At the same time, the company is engaged in the production of safes.
3. Torex. Another well-known Russian manufacturer. According to customer reviews, its doors keep heat very well. Many of them use them as entrance structures in country houses.

The modern style entrance door is nothing superfluous, but it looks very beautiful thanks to the frosted glass inserts on the sides and a long chrome handle.

Elite door with artistic forging, painted in black and gold paint, complemented by glass inserts. Although it is large enough, it does not create visible bulkiness. The entrance group is complemented by two lamps on the sides and green plants in beautiful metal vessels.

Another chic option is a strict, reliable door, the solidity of which is emphasized by a bas-relief - the head of a lion.

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