Whether you’re building a home or remodeling, you have a lot of choices to make. If you want to make sure you’re getting every detail of your home right, here’s what you need to know about interior doors.
Sizes
If you’re replacing your old interior door with a new one, sizing is important. According to SF Gate, most interior doors are between 28 and 32 inches in width. Interior doors are typically about 80 inches tall as well. If you’re not confident in your ability to accurately measure the size of your interior door, you can always have a contractor do it for you.
Door Type
There are two types of interior doors: pre-hung and slab. Pre-hung doors are the easiest to install because they’re preinstalled in a frame, so all you need to do is prepare a doorway in your home for a new door. Slab doors include a door without hinges, handles, or a frame. Slab doors are a bit harder to install, but they’re more customizable since you can buy them unfinished.
Handing
Handling refers to which side the door handle is on. If you’re replacing an interior door in your home, you probably want to look for a new door with the same handling. If you’re buying a new door, make sure the handling and swinging direction of the door work for the space where you’re installing it.
Materials
Interior doors are made of all sorts of materials, including wood, engineered wood, and PVC. Take a moment to compare some of the different materials and look at the pros and cons of each option. Choosing the right door materials helps you get the weight, durability, and aesthetic you want.
Finishes
Interior doors are available with all sorts of finishes. You can get a primed door that’s ready to paint, or you can get a completely unfinished door. There are also stained floors and prefinished floors if you want an easier option.
Whether you’re remodeling your home or building your dream home, you want to get all the little details right. The best interior doors are durable, stylish, and easy to install. If you need help choosing the right interior doors for your home, contact Discount Window and Door and we’ll take care of the rest.
