What is better, doors made of eco-veneer, PVC, veneer or solid wood?

Advantages and disadvantages of eco-veneer

After determining what eco-veneer is, you need to get acquainted with its (or, rather, their) properties, because unfounded statements that they are the best are insufficient evidence. Any material is learned in comparison with competitors, so you can’t do without a list of advantages, as well as a search for shortcomings.

Advantages

Several remarkable qualities can be attributed to this category. Moreover, they include all types of artificial analogues.

Durability, wear resistance. The most important advantage of eco-veneer is its resistance to abrasion and any mechanical stress, including attacks from four-legged home explorers. Successful resistance to humidity, as well as temperature changes, and lack of fear of sunlight are also among the advantages.
Environmental friendliness is the reason why the material is becoming increasingly popular. Its safety is confirmed by special certificates. Doors with this coating are allowed to be installed in children's institutions.
Great resemblance to natural veneer. Such cladding can successfully imitate the structure of any wood, but even an experienced person is not always able to distinguish it from ordinary material without getting too close.
The ability to choose a material that imitates the structure of almost any wood.
Low price when comparing artificial veneers with their natural counterpart.
Unpretentious coating that does not require any special care.

Another plus is the integrity of the door covering: in this case, there is no need to glue edges to the ends of the products, since they are simply wrapped in material.

Flaws

Without the given list of disadvantages, the assessment will be incomplete and biased, because a decision on the advisability of a purchase can only be made if the advantages still prevail over the disadvantages. These include:

Low sound insulation characteristics. The reason is the hollow door leaf, with MDF inserts. Some models use corrugated cardboard, which also cannot boast of soundproofing qualities.
Insufficient air exchange. Synthetic substances used as a binder or base impede air circulation. The result is not the best microclimate in the room, so more frequent ventilation will be needed.
Impossibility of restoring the coating after severe damage. Such products cannot be repaired or restored.
The fragility of the coating to fracture is a disadvantage of products made from wood fibers.

It cannot be said that materials have a great superiority of advantages over disadvantages. The first ones are not too exceptional, the second ones are not so scary. The only thing that might be alarming is the presence of the “eco” prefix. Such veneer is still not a completely natural product, so its safety, seemingly confirmed by various certificates, can still raise doubts.

What can I wash it with?

Despite manufacturers' claims that eco-veneer is resistant to scratches and damage, this is not always the case. It all depends mainly on the quality of the material and its application to the door frame. Therefore, to extend the life of these structures, they should be properly cared for. First of all, you need to follow all the recommendations of the manufacturer, who should advise everything: from the method to the means of washing these surfaces.

The best option for caring for eco-veneer are special detergents, which can be purchased in specialized stores. A solution of alcohol and water in a ratio of 1 to 9, respectively, removes dirt perfectly. After you have wiped the door thoroughly with them, you should simply remove excess moisture with a dry cloth.

It is not recommended to use several products and materials for cleaning such surfaces:

Washing powders and dishwashing detergents. They are not intended for caring for wood and can destroy its structure. As for the powder, its particles can simply physically damage the top layer of eco-veneer. This will lead to the formation of scratches through which moisture will already penetrate under the sticker. If this happens, then the top layer will simply peel off.
Scrapers and sponges. Their surface is highly hard, which can also lead to scratches.
Aggressive solutions. Often this group includes all mixtures containing acids, alkalis and abrasive components. All of them easily corrode the top layer of eco-veneer and reduce the decorative characteristics of the door leaf.

Therefore, to extend the life of the doors, you should periodically wipe them with a dry or slightly damp cloth. It is also not advisable to install them in the bathroom or outdoors. Changes in humidity and temperature will lead to rapid peeling of the top decorative coating.

Which doors are better veneered or film eco-veneer, PVC

Veneer or eco-veneer, now the choice often sounds like this. We have already talked about the advantages of ecopon, how durable it is, how well it conveys the appearance of natural wood and the price is not high. And against this background, sellers, selling their doors, often begin to offend products made from natural veneer, such as expensive, fragile, afraid of moisture, scratched, everything will fall apart, etc. We don't agree with this.

Yes, eco-veneer is cheaper and maybe better able to withstand impacts and scratches, but that’s all. The main advantage of natural veneer is that doors made from it actually look better, they are natural, this can be seen immediately, many cannot be distinguished from the most expensive doors made of solid oak or ash. No matter how high-quality the film material is, in any case it is clear that it is a fake wood, and not the wood itself.

Door with gray eco-veneer for flooring

Further down the list. Are veneer doors afraid of moisture? In the previous paragraph, we did not specifically talk about what is used to cover the veneer on finished products. It is tinted to the desired shades and covered with protective compounds, varnishes of various types, which, by the way, are no worse in strength than films.

Veneer is painted, and paint is also an excellent barrier to moisture. All this is done with already assembled doors, i.e. cover them entirely, without seams or gaps. Therefore, the surface of the door leaf is protected no worse than that of eco-veneer.

Veneered door in the bathroom

If you imagine that the doors are installed in a small bathroom, where condensation periodically flows over all surfaces, then the situation is the same for veneer and eco-veneer. All untreated areas of the door block will be the first to take the blow: the upper and lower ends of the door leaf, the cuts and reverse sides of the trim, frames and extensions.

And in this case, this is where problems can begin: MDF will begin to absorb moisture, swell, and accordingly the coating in this place will begin to peel off (any coating, no matter veneer or eco-veneer). To protect against this, you need to thoroughly coat all these places with varnish before installation.

Also, it is better to lubricate the insertion points of fittings (handles, locks, screws, hinges) before installing them

To protect against this, you need to thoroughly coat all these places with varnish before installation. Also, it is better to lubricate the insertion points of the fittings (handles, locks, screws, hinges) before installing them.

Exposed door in the bathroom

Now about strength and unsticking. As we have already said, when veneer is applied, it is so firmly connected to the base that it literally becomes one with the frame, if, of course, everything is done well. Therefore, even with very strong mechanical damage, this sandwich behaves as one whole.

Even if a whole piece of material is torn out of the surface by something heavy and sharp, the veneer will not continue to peel off (as happens with a film coating), but will behave more like natural wood. Therefore, such damage on veneered doors can be restored, for example, with mastic in the color of the coating, which cannot be said about film doors.

Sliding door with large mirror in wenge veneer

Another advantage of veneered doors is their heavier and more durable construction. Because veneered doors themselves are more expensive than eco-veneered ones, but manufacturers make the door leaf and moldings of higher quality, more durable, without voids and honeycomb filler. This point must also be taken into account when comparing, and not just the beauty of the coating.

But veneer has one unexpected drawback: it fades in the sun, which is the price to pay for naturalness.

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Colors

Eco-veneer is made in a variety of shades: from natural wood to unusual color schemes. The structure of any tree can be transferred to the door leaf.

The most popular are shades of the brown spectrum with a distinct pattern of wood structure.

In addition to natural tones, the following colors can be used for painting eco-veneer: white, gray, pearl, any pastel, beige.

Door Eco-veneer, Cappuccino Oak

Door Eco-veneer, Cappuccino Veralinga

For each interior you can choose the right shade.

Classic style, as well as Provence, prefer doors of classic wooden color. This can be veneer of any wood, depending on the consumer’s preferences: bleached oak, ash, mahogany, etc.

Door Eco-veneer, dark oak

Interior door, Wenge Veralinga

The Scandinavian style, popular in recent years, is characterized by a white base, so doors in white or smoky gray would be a suitable option.

Properties of eco-veneer door panels

The described interior doors will not change color with prolonged exposure to the sun, and the installation of the structures can be done in room conditions with high humidity, as for bathrooms, kitchens and bathrooms. The products are not afraid of exposure to high temperatures. Among the features of eco-veneer doors is their long service life. The material is not susceptible to chipping upon impact.

In addition to elevated temperatures, the material easily copes with frequent and significant temperature fluctuations, and these phenomena do not cause cracks. The production of canvases does not imply the presence of edges on the stands and drawers. These parts of the doors are completely lined with film, eliminating the possibility of peeling typical of the edges. As a result, the end looks aesthetically pleasing and is characterized by durability throughout its entire service life.

Interior doors based on eco-veneer have found their application in premises of any purpose: apartments, houses and offices. This is due to the fact that the models can be chosen from a huge variety of shades, textures and textures that closely resemble real wood. Such interior doors are quite easy to clean; to do this, just wipe the surface with a rag lightly moistened with soapy water.

The material is produced by vacuum pressing, and during the process natural wood fibers are glued together with a polypropylene-based substance. Unlike polyvinyl chloride, which is better known as PVC film, polypropylene does not contain substances harmful to humans, which allows it to be widely used in pharmacology and even the food industry.

If polypropylene catches fire, the products that will be released at the moment of its melting will not be more harmful than the substances released when wood burns. Eco-veneer doors will not change linear dimensions or become stained when exposed to moisture; they will not act as a surface that will be a favorable environment for the formation of mold or mildew.

The appearance of eco-veneer products deserves positive reviews, because they can be matched to any interior, unlike doors made of wood. Thus, eco-veneer doors that match the shade of bleached oak can have a color from dark gray to white. But eco-veneer wenge is distinguished by darker tones and is able to fit into an interior with predominant light shades, which is welcomed by those owners who want to create contrast in the interior of the room.

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White wood does not exist in nature. For this reason, if the design requires the use of white, then this requires purchasing products that have been dyed. The appearance of eco-veneer made it possible to solve this issue. White eco-veneer interior doors cannot be distinguished from products made from natural wood. And the low cost of the described products is due to the fact that wood shavings have a very low price, this also applies to polypropylene. Pros:

How is the film material attached?

To reliably connect the synthetic material to the surface of the door, special equipment is used. Its task is to fix the film over the structure at a minimum distance from the surface (up to 5 mm). Before the operation, the canvas is thoroughly cleaned - blown with a stream of air, then degreased and a liquid adhesive composition is applied.

Then the thermal vacuum pressing method is used. The door structure with fixed eco-veneer is sent to the oven chamber. After exposure to high temperatures, the film becomes very plastic. The air underneath burns out, and in this space an environment close to a vacuum is created. Thanks to external pressure, the eco-veneer adheres tightly to the surface of the door structure. This technology guarantees high-quality fixation of polypropylene and PVC films.

Veneered coating: what is it?

Natural veneer is thin sheets of natural wood. The material retains the pattern and color of the wood, as well as the special “living” energy of the natural material. It is made by planing, sawing or peeling wood. To achieve high fastening strength, veneering of canvases is carried out using the hot pressing method.

Doors coated with wood veneer will look no different from solid wood products, but at the same time they are much cheaper. In addition, veneered structures weigh less than solid wood, which allows them to be used for the installation of sliding and rotary door systems.

The choice of varieties of good natural veneer is huge. For its production, wood of oak, ash, walnut, wenge and many other species is used. A wide range of textures and shades of decorative coatings allows the designs to organically fit into any interior style.

Artificial veneer cladding: varieties and features

For decorative finishing of door structures, two types of artificial veneer covering are used:

fine line;
Nano-flex.

Both cladding options are of organic origin and realistically imitate natural materials. The difference between them lies in the production technology and the raw materials used.

Interior doors with artificial coating are in no way inferior to products with wood finishing. The undoubted advantage of these canvases is their lower cost, which makes them an excellent choice for interior decoration using inexpensive but high-quality door designs.

Do not confuse eco-veneer with laminate and PVC finishing. The difference between materials of this type and artificial veneer is that these types of cladding are films with a wood texture, obtained synthetically. Both laminated and PVC sheets always have the same pattern, regardless of the batch, and their surface is not embossed, but perfectly smooth.

Laminated: cheap, “paper”, cannot be repaired

Among all the diversity of the door world, laminated doors are considered the cheapest. The technology for their manufacture is extremely simple. First, a wooden supporting frame is made (usually from pine beams, MDF or chipboard), then thin sheets of MDF or fiberboard are attached to this frame on both sides, and the void between them is filled with cardboard, reminiscent of a honeycomb. The facing material is a film based on special paper impregnated with resins and coated with a protective varnish. The design on paper imitates the structure of natural wood, but upon closer inspection the difference is easily noticeable.

What it is?

In an attempt to create a material that imitates a wooden surface, manufacturers and laboratories are setting increasingly higher parameters for their work. Today, in addition to the cost of products, requirements are placed on the safety of the material during operation, minimal environmental pollution, easy care at home, chemical and physical strength, and versatility of use. These requests are answered by a group of materials united under the name eco-veneer. They are similar in properties, but differ slightly in manufacturing technology. The name itself suggests that eco-veneer should resemble wood, giving the interior nobility and elegance.

Natural solid wood furniture has many disadvantages: expensive, heavy, subject to physical wear and tear, deformed, changes color, reacts to humidity, dryness and household chemicals. To make furniture beautiful, but less whimsical and demanding on conditions, manufacturers have learned to make only the covering from wood. This is veneer - the thinnest wooden sheets no thicker than 5 mm, demonstrating the beauty of the natural pattern, which can be used to cover other materials. This makes production cheaper, and the products themselves are much more durable in quality.

Eco-veneer is a plastic coating obtained under high pressure from several layers of film. This is a kind of finish for modern furniture that neatly hides seams and joints. However, the process of creating eco-veneer can hardly be called simple. Even the material itself consists of several bases, each of which gives the product certain qualities.

Table

Veneer	Eco-veneer
What do they have in common?
Eco-veneer is a material designed to replace and imitate veneer, which is used for cladding furniture, doors and other household items.
The surface of the materials has a similar appearance, characterized by the presence of wood patterns
What is the difference between them?
It is a natural material, made of wood	It is a synthetic material, a type of plastic
Used for making plywood	Not suitable for making plywood
Not very resistant to acids, alkalis, ultraviolet rays	Resistant to acids, alkalis, ultraviolet rays

Veneered interior doors

These structures are either hollow or solid. The production of hollow doors is carried out as follows:

assembling a frame from wooden beams;
laying corrugated cardboard inside the canvas;
covering the frame with MDF fiberboard;
covering the canvas with veneer.

A distinctive feature of hollow products is a loud sound when tapped. This indicates the low soundproofing properties of the structure.

Solid interior doors made of eco-veneer are panels without a free internal cavity. The production of such structures is carried out in two ways:

The wooden beam is sheathed with MDF and covered with veneer.
Solid wood is veneered.

As a result of using the second technology, a higher quality product will be obtained.

Features of operation and care

Eco-veneer interior doors are a practical product whose surface is made of wood fibers. For this reason, they require special care. It is not recommended to use cleaning products that contain alkalis, acids, solvents or abrasives. Household chemicals can be replaced with an alcohol solution.

Damage to the canvas (small scratches, cracks) is eliminated with a wax pencil of the appropriate color.

Door hinges, locks and handles are periodically treated with a lubricant intended for these purposes.

Which ones are better to choose?

Now there are different eco-veneer profile doors on sale

When choosing a quality product, you should pay attention to the quality of veneer gluing. The material on the end of the canvas is slightly pryed with a fingernail

If it peels off easily, then it is better not to buy such a door.

The low quality of the construction is also indicated by the presence of a dark stripe at the corners of the canvas. This is the part of the MDF fiberboard that becomes visible when the veneer is peeled off.

At the next stage of selection, it is recommended to smell the door. The canvas should not emit a pungent odor, which indicates the use of too toxic glue.

At the final stage, a visual inspection of the door is carried out. Its surface should not be rough.

Among the many varieties, side doors occupy a special place. The canvases have a durable frame, which consists of horizontal and vertical strips (tsars). The main purpose of the drawers is to give the product maximum strength.

Drawstring structures do not require careful maintenance; they do not swell or dry out. The material is more resistant to mechanical stress and does not lose its original appearance over time.

Each model can be made with glazing. Eco-veneer with glass makes it possible to decorate a room in different colors and styles. A glazed door makes the room brighter and fresher. The only caveat is that it is not recommended to install the structure in a children's room, where there is a high probability of glass damage.

Combinations in the interior

An interior door stands in place when it completely fits into the design of the room. The determining factor is the color of the structure.

Bleached oak colored doors are suitable for rooms decorated in Art Nouveau style. This color goes well with both contrasting (for example, dark furniture or walls) and pastel colors. Provence style with old furniture and natural texture is also an acceptable option for products in the color of bleached oak.

Elegant classics and discreet eclectic style are suitable for walnut-colored doors. Moreover, eco-veneer in the interior can have different shades, ranging from light to richly dark colors.

Gray designs will perfectly complement a room in Provence or hi-tech style. They will be the best option for people who value harmony and tranquility.

For the implementation of design solutions in practice, the method of discovery also plays an important role. Hinged structures are suitable for spacious rooms, book (folding products) - for small rooms. The opening method serves not only as a visual indicator, but also has a practical purpose.

Features of choosing doors

To some people, all door panels seem the same. And they focus their choice solely on the price of the product, focusing on cheap door options. Others give preference to the external aesthetic component and exclusivity, choosing quite expensive designs for the interior opening.

Interior doors are solid and with glass inserts

In any case, when choosing doors, you should take into account their variety in purpose, shape and style of the product, as well as the availability of fittings. No less important are such external characteristics of door structures as:

exact dimensions of openings;
raw materials for the manufacture of the canvas itself;
material for door cladding.

The main function of interior doors is to separate rooms. In addition, they are an important element in home interior design. And the service life of the doors and the preservation of their external presentability for a long time often depend on what material they are made of.

It is important not only to choose the right design, but also the door material

The choice of materials for the manufacture of canvas and cladding is quite wide. But most often today you can find interior doors:

veneered;
laminated;
from eco-veneer;
covered with PVC film.

Products made from these materials have their differences. Each of them has certain advantages and some disadvantages. They also differ in cost. To understand which material is better for an interior door, it makes sense to take a closer look at each of them separately.

Veneer: natural, fine-line or with the prefix “eco”?

Most interior doors presented in stores and on online sites are covered with veneer. This material has several varieties - from natural to plastic imitation.

Natural veneer is obtained by cutting the trunks of valuable tree species (oak, walnut, beech, etc.) into thin sheets. Such doors, as a rule, are a frame made of solid pine or MDF, lined with a veneer plate on top, which is coated with a special varnish. It looks expensive and beautiful. The price can be comparable to a door made of solid wood, which is the main disadvantage of natural veneer.

Properties of eco-veneer door panels

practicality;
environmental friendliness;
abrasion resistance;
imitation of different types of wood;
does not change color when exposed to the sun;
not afraid of exposure to high temperatures;
wide scope of application;
ease of care.

Solid wood: natural, expensive, outdated

Solid wood doors are rarely found in Belarusian apartments. Wood is valued for its presentable appearance, naturalness and durability, but the high price of this material does not allow it to pave the way to the wallets of the vast majority of compatriots. Doors are made from various types of wood, each of them has its own characteristics and price range.

The most widely used doors in our country are solid pine doors. They are relatively inexpensive, but at the same time quite soft - they scratch easily and are prone to dents. If there are small children in the apartment, this is not the best option. Due to its low density, pine does not tolerate high humidity and temperature changes. It is better not to install such doors in the bathroom or kitchen, and especially in an unheated country house.

— Previously, there were quite a lot of complaints about solid pine doors. Cheap furniture panels were bent, and resin began to ooze out somewhere. It happened that out of 10 doors taken from a warehouse, 3-4 had to be taken back due to various defects. Now there are significantly fewer defects, because wood processing technologies are improving every year, and manufacturers value their reputation, says Mikhail Luchina, director. — In general, with price and quality, not everything is so simple. The cost of solid pine doors can vary significantly. There are manufacturers of standard doors made from cheap solid wood, they use budget furniture panels of the first or second grade (with knots, non-uniform color surface), and there are manufacturers of premium doors - they will have higher quality raw materials, and expensive impregnations, and some decorative elements. Such a door will last a long time, will not swell, will not dry out and will not change its color over the years.

In second place in popularity is alder. It is more durable and resists moisture more confidently, but it also costs more than pine. Oak, beech and mahogany already belong to the premium segment.

— The fashion for solid wood doors is gradually going away. It's not just about the price. The color range of the array is not too wide. In addition, such doors are appropriate mainly in classic interiors and do not go well with modern trends in apartment decoration,” adds Mikhail.

What is the difference?

The appearance of Euro veneer on the domestic market occurred only in 2017. Its composition is completely free of any wood components. A purely polymer product is much more resistant to rotting and decomposition than ordinary wood of any type, and does not swell from contact with water. It is impossible to distinguish Euro-veneer from the traditional version by appearance, even if the design is examined by a specialist. Technologists have learned to reproduce not only drawings, but also complex spatial textures.

Note:

high aesthetics;
the ability to reproduce any type of tree at minimal cost;
strict identity of colors even in different batches for the same order (which fundamentally cannot be ensured when using natural wood);
zero risk of fire;
excellent mechanical strength.

Is it possible to install an eco-veneer door in a bathroom?

Yes, you can. Moreover, eco-veneer for the bathroom is one of the most suitable options, and for this it has three prerequisites:

Its multi-layered nature;
The presence of an absolutely hydrophobic polymer;
Special technology for gluing parts.

Eco-veneer is produced by repeated pressing of two components:

Wood waste;
Decorative polymer.

The surface is coated with protective varnish. This processing technology guarantees high door strength and water resistance. Of course, the most vulnerable part of the canvas is the edges. Left uncovered, they form a “bridge” for moisture and dirt to penetrate. Manufacturers have learned to deal with this drawback. The fact is that in such models, the drawers with the stays are made without any edges at all, or rather, all the parts are wrapped in eco-veneer before joining, and the joints are placed inside the molding. Thus, water has no chance to seep into the thickness of the canvas, and the film itself does not peel off over time.

Of course, other types of doors are also processed so carefully that they are not afraid of high humidity, but they are all in a different “price” category, and that’s another story.

As for the design, all the previously listed types of structures are suitable for the bathroom - both panel and frame, including those with glass. Try to choose a model of the appropriate style and color, because the manufacturer has already taken care of moisture resistance.

Comparison

The main difference between veneer and eco-veneer is that the first material is natural and is made from wood. The second is synthetic, which is a type of plastic.

The material in question is called “eco-veneer” mainly because its production does not require cutting down trees. True, it is far from a fact that the chemical plant where this plastic is produced causes less harm to the environment - to the same trees growing in nature - by producing emissions. Therefore, the big question is which material is actually more environmentally friendly.

The scope of application of both materials largely coincides. Eco-veneer is designed to imitate veneer, which is used as a facing material in the manufacture of furniture, doors and other household items. However, for example, eco-veneer is no longer suitable for the manufacture of plywood, since its structure - as a characteristic of the final industrial product - presupposes that the source materials (in this case, veneer sheets) have certain physical properties.

The main factor in using eco-veneer instead of natural material is its low price. In addition, as we noted above, it is not characterized by sensitivity to alkalis, acids, and ultraviolet rays. In turn, natural veneer is not resistant to their effects.

Having determined what the difference is between veneer and eco-veneer, we will reflect the conclusions in the table.

Manufacturing Features

What does “eco-veneer” mean and what is remarkable about such doors? Eco-veneer is a multilayer material consisting of wood fibers glued together with environmentally friendly synthetic resins. This material does not contain harmful substances that are dangerous to people or animals. Manufacturers produce and supply it to factories in rolls. Later it is cut and pasted over door panels.

During the production process of the material, the finest wood fibers are dyed separately, which gives it a significant resemblance to natural wood. Then the fibers are glued together and pressed under conditions of high pressure and vacuum. The raw material for production is usually coniferous wood. Special technology eliminates the possibility of material delamination and separation from the door frame. Thus, the service life of the products is quite long.

Despite the fact that this material is made from natural wood fibers, it has a more stable shape. Thanks to advanced manufacturing technology, it is less susceptible to deformation compared to natural wood. In addition, eco-veneer has high moisture-resistant properties and is significantly stronger than natural wood.

Eco-veneer interior doors

To understand which doors are better to choose: veneer or eco-veneer, you should evaluate all the advantages and disadvantages of the new generation material.

What are the advantages of eco-veneer:

The material will not lose its bright color and texture even when exposed to sunlight.
It does not crack and is resistant to mechanical stress.
Doors can be installed in rooms with high humidity.
Eco-friendly material does not cause allergic reactions in the human body, unlike some paints and varnishes used with natural materials.
Does not emit harmful substances even when exposed to direct sunlight.
The material is resistant to moisture, easy to clean with any means, and does not leave greasy marks on the surface after washing.
Well imitates the color and texture of any natural wood. In addition, modern production technology completely eliminates possible differences in shades in different batches.
More affordable cost compared to natural wood.

Like any material, eco-veneer has its disadvantages:

Interior doors made from eco-veneer are an order of magnitude lighter than those made from natural solid wood. If exposed to significant physical force, the canvas can be damaged.
Damaged areas of the door leaf are almost impossible to restore.
Eco-veneer has low sound insulation properties.
Rooms with interior doors made of eco-veneer need more frequent ventilation. The synthetic adhesive composition does not promote sufficient air exchange, as a result of which it negatively affects the microclimate.

Production

Eco-veneer is created by using continuous double-belt presses. Its technological process provides constant precise temperature control. Perfect cleanliness of the room is also important here.

Analyzing in more detail the question of what eco-veneer is, it becomes clear that this material requires strict adherence to the manufacturing sequence. First, it is fed into the working area of specialized equipment, where it is pressed under pressure with a constant and continuous increase. This leads to the complete elimination of gas and air inclusions from all layers of the material. The initial product turns out to be very plastic, which in theory provides a wide range of design possibilities. But at present, the range of interior doors made from eco-veneer is much more modest than veneered ones. So far, they are inferior to the natural beauty of natural wood.

The production technology of the two types of doors indicated above differs. According to experts, it is unlikely that veneer will have a worthy competitor in the near future. But such artificial coating as eco-veneer has already made a significant breakthrough in this area.

Advantages and disadvantages

Interior doors coated with eco-veneer, just like others, have their pros and cons. The advantages of such products are:

Light weight, thanks to which the canvas is easy to bring and carry into the house yourself, and then hang on awnings. In addition, the lightness of the door makes further operation safe, which is important for families with young children who can press their fingers when closing the door;
Increased wear resistance. A synthetic adhesive polymer and coloring of wood fibers before pressing make the coating resistant to abrasion, fading and chipping;
Moisture resistance. The polymer film protects the wooden frame inside the door from moisture and steam, which allows you to install eco-veneered doors in rooms with high humidity (bathroom, bathroom, kitchen);
Resistance to sudden temperature changes;
A variety of design solutions makes it possible to purchase a door for any interior;
Simplicity and ease of care. Stains and dirt can be easily removed from the coating using a damp cloth and detergents without alkali;
Safety. Wood and polymer are environmentally friendly materials; accordingly, eco-veneered door structures are allowed for installation in residential premises;
Almost one hundred percent imitation of natural wood. An ignorant person will not notice the differences between eco-veneer coating and wood coated with paint and varnish;
Availability. Eco-veneer products have an affordable price compared to more expensive analogues made from solid wood and natural veneer.

Eco-veneer interior doors have a number of disadvantages that should be taken into account before purchasing. Customer reviews highlight the following as disadvantages:

Low level of noise insulation. Most models are filled with corrugated cardboard inside, which does not contain sounds from other rooms; High thermal conductivity is also a consequence of filling with corrugated cardboard, therefore such doors are not recommended to be installed as a second door at the entrance to the apartment; The lightness of the door is one of the reasons for deformation, damage and dents of the door leaf due to regular impacts against the wall or furniture

Such damage can be the result of careless handling of the door, for example, a blow with a hand or foot that falls into the voids between the bars of the frame; Inability to repair damage. Deep scratches or dents on the sash covering cannot be discreetly covered up or painted over; the canvas will have to be replaced; The density of the film coating reduces the throughput of the canvas; therefore, eco-veneer doors practically do not allow air to pass through

It is recommended to ventilate the rooms in which such doors are installed several times a day; Glossy shine and a repeating pattern in a texture that imitates solid wood still distinguishes eco-veneer from natural one, since despite the progress and high level of technology, to date no material has been created that completely imitates natural wood.

Customer Reviews

As with any new material, reviews of eco-veneer door panels are very contradictory. Therefore, when considering their purchase, you should take your choice of door manufacturer seriously and listen to the opinions of people who already use similar products:

“The seller praised these doors so much that we couldn’t resist and bought it. In reality, everything turned out to be completely different: all the doors were delivered with already damaged coating, on some the film had already peeled off in places. And then it turned out that the film is very easily damaged! We are unhappy with the purchase, we regret that we succumbed to the seller’s persuasion.”

“The doors are just terrible. They look beautiful, but the quality is disgusting! They just look like paper. Within a month, the coating began to peel off...”

“...Very happy with the purchase! We bought 3 Profil doors of different models, but identical in color and style - they look perfect!”

“...Personally, I had neither marriage nor comments. The measurer measured everything and clarified exactly what extras would be needed. The doors were also installed by the company's employees. Everything was done perfectly!”

"Cardboard! Although the doors looked beautiful. We bought it, installed it and got upset! When installing the handles, the screws turned in the cardboard...”

The following conclusions can be drawn:

The quality of doors greatly depends on the integrity of the manufacturer.
Before purchasing products, it is advisable to study the reviews and technical characteristics of the paintings.
You need to choose a product based on your own expectations from its purchase and based on your own requirements for interior doors.

Interior doors covered with natural veneer have long been the dream of many owners, but the impressive price instantly scares off most potential buyers. In addition, it is a pity to pay a lot of money for an item that can easily suffer from any physical impact (and veneer, as you know, is very sensitive to any mechanical damage). How can you get a door with the look you want, but pay less for it? And how could we make it last longer? Those who are faced with such a task should turn their attention to eco-veneer interior doors . But this article will tell you in detail about what it is and whether it is a worthy rival for natural veneer.