A Guide to Door Styles
Here is all you need to know about different kinds of interior door styles
It’s not just the main door that makes an impression. Internal doors reinforce your home’s decor and can also work as accent pieces. They are available in a plethora of styles and materials, such as wood, ply, glass, metal or even a mix of different materials. From the classic sliding barn doors to the modern flush ones, here are some of the most commonly used interior door styles that you can install in your home.
This intricately carved wood sliding door is partially composed of jali and shows how traditional designs can blend with modern sliding doors.
Panel doors
Also referred to as traditional joinery doors, these are made of rails, stiles and infill panels assembled together. This two-panel door has an arch-top panel, which is reminiscent of French country homes. The vertical plank detail within the panel adds to the visual interest.
Take a look at these 9 traditional door designs
Also referred to as traditional joinery doors, these are made of rails, stiles and infill panels assembled together. This two-panel door has an arch-top panel, which is reminiscent of French country homes. The vertical plank detail within the panel adds to the visual interest.
Take a look at these 9 traditional door designs
Bypass doors
Bypass doors are sliding doors that slide past each other and are typically used for closets. These are also seen in homes for separating two adjoining rooms or to section off spaces. They generally comprise of a metal frame along the bottom and two vertical sides of the unit, and a double rail along the top, on which the doors are hung. Displayed here are bypass doors of dark wood and glass that let though views but minimise sound interference, and they demarcate the dining room from the rest of the house.
Bypass doors are sliding doors that slide past each other and are typically used for closets. These are also seen in homes for separating two adjoining rooms or to section off spaces. They generally comprise of a metal frame along the bottom and two vertical sides of the unit, and a double rail along the top, on which the doors are hung. Displayed here are bypass doors of dark wood and glass that let though views but minimise sound interference, and they demarcate the dining room from the rest of the house.
Swing door
Another popular interior door style is the pivot swing door, which can be made of either wood, glass or plywood. The easy-to-manoeuvre doors may swing open in either direction (as per the chosen mechanism). So you can easily push them open even with your hands full. Glass doors like these let natural light stream in and help the two areas interconnect visually.
Another popular interior door style is the pivot swing door, which can be made of either wood, glass or plywood. The easy-to-manoeuvre doors may swing open in either direction (as per the chosen mechanism). So you can easily push them open even with your hands full. Glass doors like these let natural light stream in and help the two areas interconnect visually.
Double doors
Internal double doors are right for wide doorways and large rooms. Adorned with laser-cut lotus motifs, the double doors here separate the puja space from the living and dining areas, which it divides. The glass panels on the sides and above the door bring in light from the outer room into the prayer room.
Internal double doors are right for wide doorways and large rooms. Adorned with laser-cut lotus motifs, the double doors here separate the puja space from the living and dining areas, which it divides. The glass panels on the sides and above the door bring in light from the outer room into the prayer room.
Sectional doors
Suited for wider and taller spaces, sectional doors feature hinged panel segments that slide up and overhead along tracks. The hinges let the panels pivot as they move from vertical to horizontal when opening the door. They are a clever replacement for traditional floor-to-ceiling windows, which don’t open completely.
Suited for wider and taller spaces, sectional doors feature hinged panel segments that slide up and overhead along tracks. The hinges let the panels pivot as they move from vertical to horizontal when opening the door. They are a clever replacement for traditional floor-to-ceiling windows, which don’t open completely.
Dutch doors
Dutch doors are often considered an alternative to safety gates. This split-door design offers the flexibility of two styles in one and you may choose different designs for the top and bottom. A split wood-and-glass door is used for this home office so you can keep kids out but still hear them.
Dutch doors are often considered an alternative to safety gates. This split-door design offers the flexibility of two styles in one and you may choose different designs for the top and bottom. A split wood-and-glass door is used for this home office so you can keep kids out but still hear them.
Flush doors
These are minimalist doors which are usually smooth on both sides, and can be made of plywood or MDF (medium density fibreboard). The versatile flush doors can be painted in different hues. This greenish-yellow door offers a nice dash of colour while light neutrals dominate the remaining area.
These are minimalist doors which are usually smooth on both sides, and can be made of plywood or MDF (medium density fibreboard). The versatile flush doors can be painted in different hues. This greenish-yellow door offers a nice dash of colour while light neutrals dominate the remaining area.
Pocket doors
Known for pulling a ‘disappearing act’, pocket doors divide rooms when needed, but slide open, disappearing into the wall, when one large space is desired. It is an ideal solution for compact zones like the bathroom and helps maximise the space further.
Known for pulling a ‘disappearing act’, pocket doors divide rooms when needed, but slide open, disappearing into the wall, when one large space is desired. It is an ideal solution for compact zones like the bathroom and helps maximise the space further.
Folding doors
Folding or bi-folding doors double as dividers to create an instant wall for a private living space. They can be opened or folded back easily. Made of glass and wood, this one replaces sliding windows, and allows access to the outdoors.
Folding or bi-folding doors double as dividers to create an instant wall for a private living space. They can be opened or folded back easily. Made of glass and wood, this one replaces sliding windows, and allows access to the outdoors.
Folding doors are a creative way to replace the wall, especially in open-living design plans. As shown here, opaque folding doors with frosted glass demarcate the private areas like the bedroom and maximise privacy.
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Sliding doors ensure a seamless transition from one zone to another in the house and help divide open areas or close off rooms. They can be made of glass, wood, fibreboard or fibreglass, PVC, aluminium and many other materials to suit your requirements and budget. The door’s hardware can be recessed into the floor to hide the tracks. Alternatively, you can have the track on the top rather than the bottom, as seen in this image. This top-hung sliding barn door has a rustic metal fitting. It is finished in classic panels and gives a charming country vibe.