What is a Door? 8 Types of Doors Commonly Used in Construction

A door is a moving mechanism, more like a barrier made of wood, stone, metal, glass, paper, leaves, leather, or a combination of materials. One Door understands the importance of choice when it comes to choosing the right architecture for our home and interior and exterior finishes from the curb to the foyer. Sleek to timeless, understated to sophisticated, the doors offer a warm welcome. The inner and outer doors are in stark contrast. A door has an aesthetic purpose and can give the impression of transcendence.

Doors can be classified according to the material from which the door is made. The most commonly used door materials are:

Wooden doors are the first choice for owners. Packed with character and beauty in its own right, it's a great choice for the interior and exterior of your home. Many antique doors are made of wood. Wooden doors can be customized with decorative and functional design options. Most wooden doors open with a swing system; it is also stained rather than painted, as staining is a marketable option that allows you to showcase the wood's natural grain.

As the name suggests, metal doors are made of metal. It has a long service life, high dimensional accuracy, and excellent corrosion resistance. Its role is to bolt the entry to the formation and seal the assembly. It's more of a barricade type that can withstand storms and earthquakes. Metal doors can be made with glass kits, and shutters.

UPVC doors are an alternative to wooden doors. It is made of fully recyclable materials, in line with our green living, be it plastic, glass, or bamboo. It comes in various types such as gold, solid, or platinum. Today, double-glazed UPVC doors are in high demand. It is mainly used in interiors, bathrooms, and gardens.

There are various kinds of doors. Only a few are known for their mechanics and uses. they are:

Sliding doors are a classy aesthetic for any home or place that offers a pleasing touch. Sliding doors open laterally by sliding parallel to the wall. It has a horizontal mechanism. Sliding doors are also known as "patio doors". It is often used as a shower door, glass door, or screen door. It allows people to enter and leave. It is generally considered a single unit consisting of two-panel sections.

Sliding doors are usually made of wood, aluminum, or stainless steel, but it appears in their best form when it is made of UPVC plastic glass. Sliding doors offer different design possibilities. We can see sliding doors being used in airport terminals or hotel rooms.

A composite door is a new invention represented by modern door technology. More recently, it has become an alternative to wooden, steel, or UPVC doors. It is not made of a single substance. Instead, it is made from a combination of materials such as PVC, wood, sound-absorbing foam, and glass-reinforced plastic (GRP). In most cases, it is made of fiberglass.

Swing doors are a simple and easy technique. It is primarily a swinging barrier that will close off the entrance to a room or building or vehicle. Swing on double hinges. It opens automatically in either direction. Sometimes it can be opened both ways. In most cases, swing doors are made of steel, metal, aluminum, or solid MDF glass.

Since the beam is usually angled and sealed, it is especially important to hold the hand and swing properly. Incorrect hand or swing designation can lead to the blind doors. It can swing in reverse or normally. Today, automatic swing doors are in high demand.

The newer revolving door is the visual focal point of the entrance. A revolving door consists of three or four rigid upright sections suspended on a central axis and rotated around a vertical axis. A large number of people can be moved in and out with a single push. A revolving door is called a "door without draft or air" because it avoids draft and air pressure. Therefore, it improves energy efficiency by saving 30% of energy costs. The first revolving door was installed in a restaurant. It is mostly used to bypass security checks in stadiums, theme parks, or airports.

Fold the door ajar by sectional folding. It is also known as a "bifold door". Most of them are made of wood, bamboo, aluminum, or PVC. Folding doors can be as good as utility doors. It offers attractive design options such as free movement, cabinet, or guide system. Almost all the time, the location of the folding door is on the outside. From residential to restaurants to commercial projects, it has made a lot of noise; it can also be used as a room divider. If properly maintained, this door will function for years to come.

The above briefly introduces several different types and materials of doors. If you want to customize or buy doors, please contact us.

ROPO is a custom door and window manufacturer with 16 years of experience. Our main products are transfer doors, folding doors, sliding doors, combination windows, sunshade windows, casement windows, etc. We offer custom service and work with you to create stylish products that enhance your home environment. From initial design consultation to fabrication and installation, our team of experts takes care of the entire process.