Interior doors play an important role as they can define your style and aesthetic while also being functional in keeping out unwanted drafts and hot or cold air. There are many different types of interior doors, but they all fall into one of three main categories: sliding, folding or bi-folding doors; pocket doors; and Dutch doors.
Sliding (barn) doors
Sliding doors are the most popular type of interior door because they are easy to install and remove, provide more security than swing doors, and can be used in closets, pantries, and bathrooms.
French doors
French doors are a type of door that opens in the middle. They can be used as a room divider, or as a door to a deck or patio. French doors also work well when placed in garage, laundry room and other utilitarian spaces.
Bi-Fold doors
Bi-Fold doors are a classic choice for large openings and are often used in the kitchen or hallway. The two panels of a bi-fold door fold in half, making them easy to store when they're not needed. These doors can be made from wood or metal, and they can be used both inside and outside your home.
Pocket doors
This type of interior doors is hung in a frame that allows it to slide into the wall cavity when not in use. The frame can be hinged at one side or both sides, with the door swinging either inward (into the room) or outward (away from you). To make this type of door easier to open and close, some manufacturers include a spring-loaded mechanism that holds it open until you push it closed again.
Louvered or Plantation-style doors
Louvered or plantation-style doors are the most common type of door. They consist of a series of slats with spaces in between. The slats are often made from wood and can be replaced if needed. Louvered doors allow light into the room and provide privacy without blocking all the light from entering the room.
Dutch doors
Dutch doors are a door that has a top and bottom half that can open independently. They are usually used in the kitchen or bathroom, with the top half fixed and the bottom half hinged to allow for an opening large enough to walk through.
This article lists the types of interior doors.
There are many different types of doors available. The type you choose will depend on your needs and preferences, as well as the look and feel you want to achieve in your home or office.
This list is not complete, nor is it in order of importance or popularity. It's also not a comprehensive list of all types of interior doors, though we do include some common ones here:
Solid wood/Solid core – This term refers to a door that has solid wood for both panels (or just one panel). When used with a hollow core, this type can be fairly inexpensive because no expensive veneer is needed on either side.
Veneer – These doors have an outer layer made from thin sheets of hardwood glued onto particleboard or plywood cores. Veneers are generally less expensive than solid wood but still give off an impression of quality from their appearance alone because they're usually stained with dark colors like cherry or walnut that hide any imperfections within their grain patterns.
The different types of doors are listed and described. Some types include sliding (barn) doors, bi-fold doors, pocket doors and Dutch doors.
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