Choosing a door for the veranda and creating it yourself

Requirements for veranda doors

Doors on the veranda in a private house must meet a number of criteria and certain requirements, such as:

1. Durability and reliability . The canvas should perform not only decorative functions, but also protect its owner from intrusion and have shockproof properties.
2. Heat and sound insulation . Despite the fact that verandas are built in country houses, the home may still be located next to the road, which leads to unwanted noise. Relaxing on a glassed-in veranda should not be hindered by the vagaries of the weather: unexpected rain causes a rapid drop in temperature, and closing the door in time should prevent this.
3. Light transmittance . This part of the house is made open to sunlight; the door leaf must match the entire structure and also let light into the room.

Thermal insulation

Previously on our website we wrote about the disadvantages of large windows. And the main problem is heat leakage. Large balcony and terrace doors are no exception. You need to understand that the larger the door glazing area, the higher its heat transfer coefficient Uw - that is, the more heat will leave the house during the heating season.

Fortunately, in recent years, many door manufacturers have become seriously concerned about their thermal insulation parameters. There are even models with energy-saving glass, profiles and even special spacer frames in the glass.

The quality of thermal insulation of a door depends, first of all, on the glazing method. The warmest glass terrace doors are made from several layers of glass, onto which additional films are applied, which increase thermal resistance and reduce heat loss.

In addition, the level of thermal insulation of balcony doors and windows is affected not only by the type of glazing, but also by the material from which the frame is made and the way it is connected to the glass. In general, wooden balcony doors have fairly high thermal insulation and in this indicator are practically not inferior to plastic models. However, PVC doors practically eliminate the appearance of cracks and crevices during operation, which allows them to be considered a warmer option.

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Types of doors

The entrance opening can be covered with a variety of fabrics. There are many options today.

Did you know? Many people consider a veranda and a terrace to be the same structure, but in fact these structures are different.
The terrace can be a separate structure, but the veranda must be attached to the house.
Their main difference is:

• designs;
• materials used.

Further choice depends on the preferences and financial capabilities of the owner of the house.

By material

When creating a door leaf, you can use the following materials:

• wooden;

• plastic (PVC);

• metal (aluminum).

One of the most environmentally friendly materials is wood. But you should know that such a high-quality door leaf will be more expensive than others and will be more capricious. It can become deformed due to temperature changes and high humidity. Plastic is perhaps the cheapest option and is also less susceptible to weather and temperature.

Important! If the owner has chosen a plastic door, then he should not paint it black, because such a material is most susceptible to deformation.

But the appearance of the plastic sheet is less decorative; moreover, if exposed to open sunlight, it will become deformed. The most reliable metal surface is made of aluminum. As a rule, this is a glass door with metal profiles. It transmits a lot of light and has good thermal insulation properties.

By design

Door designs can be simple or complex. Their difference depends not only on the preferences of the owner of the house, but also on the height from floor to ceiling and width of the opening when creating the veranda.

Doors are:

1. With one leaf. This swing option is the most common. Despite the ease of installation, it has a number of disadvantages, such as flapping in strong winds and reducing space during ventilation. That is why for this option it is better to use various accessories, such as limiters that regulate the opening angle of the door leaf, or a mechanism that fixes involuntary closure.

2. With two doors . Another swing view covering the entrance. It differs from the first in size, is used for wide structures, and has all the advantages and disadvantages of swing doors. When installing double-leaf doorways, it is best to insert a glass base into the leaf to improve light transmission.
3. Sliding. The main advantage of such a canvas is its decorative effect. Such structures close by moving to the side and slightly upward. Movement occurs on rails built into the floor. You can mount several similar structures on the veranda and glaze them. This technique will give an unusual look to the room, making it open to sunlight. In addition, there is a modernized version of sliding doors, equipped with the ability to tilt. One sash in such a leaf moves apart when tilted, and the second is hinged (used if the room needs ventilation).

4. Folding. The canvas on such structures is folded like an accordion. You can block a fairly wide opening in this way: from 3 to 6 m. It is divided into several doors, the size of which is from 1.5 to 2.5 m. As a rule, the outermost door has a mechanism for turning so that one part of the door can be opened without touching the others.

Wooden structure with a lean-to canopy

Such a terrace attached to the house can be connected to any type of building - frame, log, brick/block, monolithic.

Primary requirements:

• the possibility of installing supports at least for the front racks (the rear ones are attached to the main wall of the building) or, with light construction, for all racks;
• convenient connection of racks and canopy to the building wall. The junction of the wall and the canopy must be waterproofed;
• sufficient strength and reliability of the main building structures, allowing you to “hang” additional load on them from the terrace frame.

Necessary materials:

• ready-made concrete of at least M200 grade for concreting supports or dry components for preparing the mixture. The amount of concrete depends on the number of supports to be concreted and the depth of placement. It is necessary to deepen the rack into the concrete by at least 1/8...1/5 of the total height, while the concrete cup has a diameter of 3...5 diameters (maximum section size) of the rack and a depth of 1.2...1.5 of the depth of the rack embedding;
• timber or metal profile (square, rectangular or round pipe) for the frame. The dimensions of the wooden frame elements (in centimeters) are indicated in the drawing above; for metal it is necessary to recalculate for reasons of strength. However, on average, the cross-section of the rack should not be less than 40x40 mm, trim and rafters - 20x40 mm, spacers - 20x20 mm;
• roofing material - boards with a protective coating, as shown in the diagram, or cellular/monolithic polycarbonate;
• fasteners. The basic layout provides for assembly with self-tapping screws or confirmations; they can be replaced with dowels (dowels) or a tongue-and-groove connection system;
• impregnation/varnish/paint to protect wood from external influences.

How to build a terrace step by step

1. We carry out markings taking into account the slope of the site (near the house they try to make a reverse slope so that water does not accumulate near the walls and does not flood the foundation).
2. We dig holes for the posts, pour concrete and install them at the level of the posts. For timber/round timber, waterproofing of the lower part is required - coated and/or rolled, otherwise the wood will quickly begin to rot.
3. After the concrete reaches 50% or more of the design strength, you can begin assembling the frame. First, the frame beams are installed, and the rear posts are attached to the wall of the building.
4. Next, the canopy frame and, if necessary, fencing are assembled.
5. The last stage is laying the roof.

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To strengthen the connections of posts and beams, it is advisable to use overhead metal elements - plates and corners.

If polycarbonate is used as a roofing material, it is necessary to use special screws with wide heads (or washers) and connecting profiles so as not to damage the relatively fragile polymer.

Here is a diagram of the flooring and fences.

How to make wooden doors to the veranda with your own hands

In order to make wooden doors to the veranda with your own hands, you should, first of all, have some experience in carpentry. In addition, you need to find or buy a certain list of materials and tools. After this, you can begin to create and install the canvas on the doorway.

Important! Folding door panels have poor thermal insulation and should not be used in regions with cold summers, much less

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in winter.

Required materials and tools

To create and install wooden panels, you will need the following materials and tools:

• wooden panel - measured by the size of the opening;
• roulette;
• mallet;
• window covering - ordered in advance and pre-assembled;
• Screwdriver Set;
• saw;
• chisel;
• wooden parts for strapping - slats 3x65 mm;
• wood glue.

Process of creation

When creating a door leaf, you must take the following steps:

1. Assemble the strapping elements and boards, gluing them tightly.
2. Adjust the wooden shield to the size of the doorway, saw off unnecessary parts if necessary.
3. Assemble the vertical and horizontal parts using tongue and groove joints. The mounting size is 12x12 mm, the length of the spikes is 40 mm.
4. Connect the boards located at the bottom of the future portal.
5. Insert the canvas into the wooden frame.
6. Install the window frame into the top of the door.
7. Coat all connecting elements with glue and complete the final assembly of the door leaf.

Did you know? The word "veranda" has Hindu roots. In Rus', verandas began to be built quite a long time ago; such buildings were decorated with various decorative carvings.

Popular models

Doors to the terrace must meet the following characteristics:

Experts recommend considering the following door designs:

The best option is swing doors with one or more doors. Moreover, it is recommended to do only one of them while moving, while the rest should be fixed.

But sliding ones, although they look more attractive, are the worst choice. Firstly, it is impossible to make complete thermal insulation with them. Secondly, condensation will constantly appear on the rails, since it is cold outside, warm inside, and a minimum gap always remains, so already 3-5 months after installation the opening mechanism begins to jam. And to install sliding doors, a false wall must be formed, in which the canvas is “hidden” in the open state. This design implies a reduction in free space on the side of the living room, which is critical for small houses.

Door installation

Before installation, all work related to decorating the door leaf should be completed. This refers to work on tinting the door glass or pasting it with some decorative element. Next, it’s worth putting a rod in the opening for an anti-mosquito net, if such a problem exists.

Then a series of step-by-step actions are performed:

1. Install the fasteners on the door leaf and frame using screwdrivers.
2. Connect the door and frame.
3. Make adjustments (the blade should close and open freely without squeaks or rattles).

Tilt-and-slide units

These glazed structures are very similar to the sliding type, however, it is possible to use one more function - opening each of the panels separately.
The design is represented by the following composition:

• The canvas can move apart and tilt, the other one opens inward by analogy with a conventional single-floor design.
• The movable canvas can not only move, but also recline, locking in this position. A prerequisite is that the second leaf closes tightly when the first one opens.
• The glazed areas in these canvases are smaller in area. It is allowed to manufacture sashes with dimensions limited to no more than 2.0 x 2.4 m and weighing up to 180 kg.

Beautiful and original door ideas for the veranda

When decorating the entrance doors to the veranda, you can use various methods and techniques. It all depends on the owner’s imagination and his financial capabilities. One of the most common techniques is the use of light-transmitting materials.

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In addition, there are a number of standard techniques that are used to add originality to a regular entrance portal:

1. Original inserts . Mirrored or multi-colored glass small elements of various shapes (rectangular, triangular or diamond-shaped) can be attached to the surface of the doors. This will give the door leaf an original look.
2. Forged elements . They will help not only give originality to the structure, but also strengthen it. Twisted grilles or other elements can be used to cover the glass part of the canvas.
3. Shutters . A peculiar solution, common in France. But when using this element on doors, it is worth remembering that for harmony, you will have to decorate windows with a similar design. Shutters installed on the sides of the upper glass part of the door will help it acquire a decorative appearance.
4. Elements of architecture . Any delights will do - pilasters, semi-columns, pediments. You can also install an arch made of decorative stone or mahogany above the doors and hang a flower pot on it.
5. Choosing the right color . Ordinary wooden doors can be painted in bright rich shades, which will add originality. Modern designers prefer to paint door panels in scarlet, dark blue, graphite yellow or bluish-terracotta shades.

When installing a door on the veranda, it is worth remembering that this will be the first element of the house that a person sees when entering it, so it should make a favorable impression and become a calling card that emphasizes the general condition of the home.

From us - a guarantee, from you - implementation of recommendations

Over the many years of existence on the market, Guardian products have gained a solid reputation. Manufacturers are confident in the quality of the product, therefore they provide an official guarantee for purchased insulated entrance doors with a thermal break and other types of products. Basically, it ranges from one and a half to three years for the coating, up to five years for the metal structure of the door block, and from one to five years for locks, fittings and components.

Not only buyers, but also manufacturers are interested in ensuring that products serve for many years without complaints. But if the door damage occurred due to failure to follow the manufacturer's recommendations, the warranty will be void. In particular, claims will not be accepted if a steel door block was installed for use in the “building-street” mode without pre-treatment for weather resistance.