MDF doors: advantages and disadvantages

Interior doors help to make a home cozy and beautiful. There are many requirements for such structures. They must be reliable and durable, and also have a stylish appearance. Manufacturers produce many types of doors made of various materials. Door leafs made of MDF are considered the best choice.

The abbreviation MDF stands for small dispersion fraction (in other words, it is a plate of medium density wood shavings). Such material is produced by pressing chips at high temperature conditions.To make the layers more durable and reliable, specialized adhesive and melamine glue compositions are used in the production of MDF boards. These substances can reduce the content of harmful fumes during heat treatment.

Doors from MDF are high-quality canvases, the merits of which are rightly appreciated by millions of domestic consumers. Such products have the following advantages:

• Resistant to sudden temperature changes, fluctuations in humidity levels. If these conditions change, the canvas will retain its original appearance. It will not crack and crack.
• Light weight Due to the low weight of the structure does not sag over time.
• High strength. Slabs perfectly resist mechanical stress. The thicker the MDF sheet, the more powerful the load will be able to withstand the canvas.
• Resistant to fire. Small dispersion plates are “not afraid” of fire due to the specialized additives that make up the material.

• Huge selection of colors and textures. Thanks to a wide range of models, it is possible to choose a product for any interior and style.
• Affordable price.
• Ease of care.
• Ecological safety.
• Durability. The plates are not subject to the process of decay, so they are able to maintain a “marketable” look for several years of operation.

There are two types of doors of MDF, different in their design:

• shield;
• paneled.

The first include the frame, the filler and the outer coating. Panel boards can be either solid or have decorative inserts (most often they are made of glass). The frame of such models is made of pine.

Over the base, MDF layers are fastened, the voids are filled with filler (cardboard or hardboard). In more expensive models, wood chips are used as filler.Such products are characterized by high strength and weight.

Paneled doors include a wooden or metal frame, in the middle of which inserts are located horizontally or vertically. MDF-cloths are installed on top of the frame. These doors are fully collapsible designs. They have light weight and original appearance.

Interior door sets are:

• Swing. These are the classic options used in the internal arrangement of houses or apartments. Depending on the models, they can have 1, 1.5 (one flap is half the other) or 2 flaps.
• Sliding. Basically, such solutions are used for zoning space. With their help, it is possible to make a partition, dividing one large room into two. These models have gained popularity among the owners of small apartments or studios.

Most manufacturers of door panels in the manufacture of products focuses on the standard openings of residential buildings. In this case, it makes no sense to reinvent the wheel - everything has long been thought out and calculated.

The standard width of the doors for the bathroom and toilet is 600 mm, for the kitchen 700 mm and for the rooms 800 mm. The height of the canvas for all types of premises is 2000 mm. However, there are models with a height of 1900 mm and canvases of 2300 mm below the ceiling. The thickness of the structures is 30-40 mm. It is worth considering that the thicker the canvas, the harder it will be.

The lining of the product is the outer coating, on which not only the appearance of the door will depend, but also its properties (moisture resistance, resistance to temperature extremes, mechanical loads, UV rays).

The following materials are used for lining door panels:

• Veneer. It is considered the most expensive veneer. Natural material is made from wood mass by cutting off its top layer. This coating preserves the natural texture of wood. It is applied to a special adhesive base under high pressure.
• Artificial Veneer (alternative to natural). Also made from wood with the addition of adhesives and resin.

• Polyvinyl chloride film. Thanks to the PVC finish, it is possible to give the product any shade. The film is applied to the canvas at high pressure and temperature in a specialized chamber. With its help paste over products with any relief and forms.Doors with PVC trim are inexpensive and moisture-proof products.
• Laminate. In appearance, the material resembles a polyvinyl chloride film. It is applied on the canvas in the same way as PVC.
• Enamel. Products can be painted in any shade. Doors coated with enamel in several layers are additionally treated with varnish. It gives the product additional resistance to moisture, temperature, mechanical stress.

Manufacturers also offer to buy doors, primed for painting. Their main difference is low price. However, buying such a product, rejoice in the saved money early.

Doors from MDF are made in any color variations - from neutral shades to cold dark tones. When choosing a product color, first of all you need to focus on your preferences and style of the room. The door leaf can be combined with the tone of the furnishings, the floor and the walls, or it can be a kind of contrast that brings originality to the room.

The following colors are considered the most common:

• white;
• beige and brown;
• red;
• bright (yellow, green, blue, pink, light green).

Popular shades of natural wood. Dark doors painted in the color of wenge, teak and walnut are in great demand. These options will perfectly fit into the strict classical interiors.

Bright colors are the solution for brave and creative people who are not afraid to experiment. It is worth considering that the shade of the canvas combined with one or more pieces of furniture in the room. Bright colors are suitable for rooms decorated in modern style.

A door from MDF can become a component of an apartment, house, office or administrative premises. Each of the presented models of door panels are individual. They differ in design, cost, performance and specifications. Therefore, in each of the premises should choose a specific type of product. For example:

• To the kitchen it is better to choose a door from a reputable manufacturer. For dining and kitchen areas, it is advisable to buy products with high resistance to high humidity and fatty contaminants.
• For the bedroom the ideal solution would be to install a deaf door. She will not “let through” noises from the “outside” into the room and will keep the room warm.

• For living rooms fancy models with glass inserts or framed canvases will suit.
• For arranging a bathroom rooms look at classic products without inserts and other decorative elements. The best solution will be the canvas, lined with PVC film or laminate.

To make the “right” purchase and in 1-2 years not to regret the choice made, you need to pay attention to:

• Type of coverage. The most qualitative, durable and reliable facing is an interline interval. When choosing any "shell" it is important that the coating does not stratify, and under it there are no bubbles and other defects.
• Edge. In a high-quality product, it is as close as possible to the end face, covering the material from which the frame is made.

• Soundproofing. The best doors are products from solid sheets of MDF.
• Warranty. On high-quality doors manufacturers provide warranty coupons and certificates of quality.

When choosing products refuse to buy cheap paintings. Often they are made of poor quality raw materials in violation of the rules of technology.

In order for MDF door structures to retain their “primordialness” as long as possible, they need proper care. All door models can be washed with water using a soft cloth and specialized detergents. Manufacturers cover all fabrics with protective compounds that protect MDF layers from moisture. Therefore, you can not be afraid that the design will “swell” during wet cleaning and will lose presentability.

Sign of elegant and original interior - interior doors in the same style. Their color scheme should be the same in all rooms, despite the interior design of the rooms. Such a single composition will tell about the professional and responsible approach of the owner to home improvement.

To create a beautiful interior, remember:

• The doors with warm colors will suit the style of country and ethno. They will bring coziness and comfort into the room, add heat to it.
• For classic interiors, you can choose both warm and cold tones. They will talk about the severity of the owner and his exquisite taste.

• If the room is decorated in minimalism - refuse doors with decorative inserts, fancy carvings and decorative painting. The best solution is classical models without finishing elements or with their minimum number.
• Bright door leaves will be ideally combined with high-tech style.

Properly selected door groups will tell about the good taste of the owners. They will create a cozy and pleasant atmosphere in the apartment, and will also become the hallmark of the dwelling.

You can learn more about the doors from MDF in the next video.