And practical, and aesthetically pleasing, and reliable: why PVC entrance doors are not inferior to metal ones

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They are actively installed in entrance, interior and balcony doorways of city apartments and country houses.

They are ideally combined with PVC double-glazed windows and are usually ordered together, especially when glazing a balcony block. In any case, it will not be difficult for you to choose and buy metal-plastic doors that will fit perfectly into your interior.

They can be white or colored, rectangular or non-standard in shape, ordinary double-leaf and glass, glass (with double-glazed windows) or opaque, with anti-burglary fittings, triplex, etc.

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Indeed, they can be not only white. The color palette of lamination is constantly updated and supplemented with new colors and shades.

Production with wood finish (laminated) has become very popular. They look massive and respectable, but at the same time, they are cheaper than similar wooden sets.

Basic indicators

It is also worth considering the technical characteristics of such products. In many respects, doors coated with film are superior to other models. It is this that guarantees the improvement of the qualities of the base material and its protection.

Technical characteristics of PVC doors:

• Increased strength - excellent resistance to impacts and mechanical damage. Capable of withstanding heavy loads.
• Moisture resistance – the coating protects the doors from the penetration of water, steam, and accumulated condensate into their structure.
• Resistance to sunlight and heat - the film does not fade in the sun, does not bubble and is quite resistant to changes in temperature.
• Antibacterial characteristics - thanks to special treatment at the production stage, the fabric does not contribute to the growth of bacteria. In addition, this material itself perfectly resists fungus and mold.
• They do not dry out - fluctuations in air humidity and temperature do not in any way affect the condition of the doors and their integrity.
• Fire safety - PVC can withstand fire and high temperatures, and in the event of a fire, such doors can even contain the spread of flames for some time.
• Environmental friendliness - during the operating period and even when the surface is heated, the film does not emit harmful toxic substances.

Please note: only manufacturers who use high-quality raw materials can guarantee safety and durability.

Thanks to special production technology, PVC-coated doors are environmentally friendly products

Such characteristics of PVC-coated doors speak in their favor. However, there are certainly some negative aspects. Therefore, you need to turn to an analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of the product.

Specifications

The purchase of a PVC interior door is protected at the legislative level. This means that for a low-quality product, you have the right to demand a refund of the money spent. They have the following types of technical characteristics:

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• tensile strength;
• softening threshold;
• resistance to very high temperatures for a long period of time;
• change in shape as a result of heating;
• shock resistance at low temperatures;
• departure from white color as a result of exposure to UV rays;
• welding strength coefficient;
• stability of film-base connections;
• duration of use;
• resistance to low temperatures;
• resistance to chemicals.

Attention! This standard describes the types of doors and their technical characteristics.

Custom designs

The modern production lines on which we manufacture our products allow us to produce plastic window systems and doors:

• any colors
• sizes
• configurations
• equipped with various opening mechanisms
• with a variety of fittings and double-glazed windows

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Door structures are made from the same variety of profile systems as double-glazed windows

By contacting our company, you can easily order PVC door structures. Call-1 or visit one of our nearest offices in Moscow.

A competent and polite consultant will answer all your questions, and experienced and qualified engineers and installers will take accurate measurements, ensure delivery and installation at a time convenient for you.

By ordering double-glazed windows and door structures from the Windows of the 21st Century corporation, you entrust the style and comfort of your home, apartment or office to a reliable, dynamically developing company that has proven itself well in the Russian market.

When choosing them, immediately order both delivery and installation. We provide a 5-year warranty on plastic and aluminum frames of our production, as well as 3 years on their installation.

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PVC coated doors

First, let's figure out what PVC-coated doors are. In essence, this is an ordinary middle- or budget-class interior door, but on top the door leaf and trim are covered with decorative PVC film.

Installation of PVC doors

Such structures consist of a load-bearing wooden frame, which is sheathed on both sides with fiberboard or MDF sheets. Honeycomb cardboard or polystyrene foam is placed inside the canvas for sound insulation.

• In the budget line, the supporting frame is sheathed with sheets of fiberboard, HDF or hardboard (a type of fiberboard, only of a higher density). Most of these doors are smooth, without relief decor.
• In the middle price category, MDF boards are used to cover the wooden frame. Curly carvings and/or glass inserts greatly improve the appearance of the doors, plus additional stiffeners can be installed inside such panels.

How do doors with PVC coating work?

Production of PVC doors

As already mentioned, PVC doors are the same frame interior doors, only lined with decorative polyvinyl chloride film. They are made according to GOST 6629-88, some manufacturers develop their own specifications, but the technology is simple and if the brand is well-known, then the quality of the products is no worse than GOST ones.

We will not go into the details of making frame doors, this is the topic of a separate article, but we will only focus on the coating. After the panel is assembled, the door is fed to the cladding line.

There, a PVC film is placed on it and sent under a heat press or into a high-temperature vacuum chamber. In both cases, heated polyvinyl chloride is welded under pressure to the door leaf.

By the way, inexpensive MDF cards, which are used to line metal entrance doors, are finished using the same technology.

Technology of covering doors with PVC film

Advice! The technology is more than simple, so such doors are often made in artisanal conditions. In this case, a self-adhesive film is used, but without a heat press or vacuum chamber it is impossible to glue such a film perfectly. If you look at the fake from the side, you will notice small bumps on the surface.

The design of doors with PVC coating can be very diverse, but when purchasing, you should carefully study the quality of the finish

Advantages of PVC doors

To attract buyers, manufacturers and especially sellers of such products immediately talk about low cost; of course, this is a significant, but not the only advantage of PVC doors.

• The color range of this film is huge, so you can choose a canvas to suit any design style.
• Recently, a natural wood textured film has appeared on the market. A professional, of course, will be able to distinguish real wood from plastic, and for most ordinary people, such decor will be a godsend at an affordable price.

Textured polyvinyl chloride film perfectly replicates the appearance of natural wood

• The plastic coating allows the installation of such doors in bathrooms and showers.
• Plastic washes well.
• Modern plastic does not fade in the sun.
• Even an amateur can install a lightweight frame door with PVC coating with his own hands; instructions for installing such doors are HERE .

Disadvantages of PVC doors

Everything made by man has some drawbacks, and plastic-coated doors are no exception.

• Plastic should not be washed with abrasive products.
• At temperatures above 70ºC, polyvinyl chloride begins to decompose and release harmful substances, so these doors are not suitable for steam rooms.
• Plastic film is not as durable as veneer or laminate; it is easier to scratch or even tear off the PVC coating.

Caring for PVC doors

In fact, I have already told you how to care for plastic doors. Such products do not require anything extraordinary.

• Doors are washed with mild detergents; solvents and acids should not be used.
• Hinges and locks need to be lubricated once a year.
• Doors made of PVC profiles require periodic adjustment of the door leaf; interior frame doors do not require any additional actions other than lubrication.

Leading manufacturers of PVC coated doors

Virtually all leading manufacturers produce plastic-coated models, but among them there are several companies that pay more attention to this particular area.

Advice! If you decide to buy doors with a plastic coating from an unknown company, inquire about the certificate of conformity certifying the safety of the coating, or even better, just smell the canvas. If there is a chemical smell, then these doors can only be installed in non-residential premises.

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Accessories

Plastic doors are supplied with the following set of elements:

• multi-point and 1-point locks;
• door handles;
• loops;
• seals;
• larvae;
• push set;
• closers;
• mechanisms for sliding panels.

The fittings are supplied with the door block. When purchasing elements separately, you must keep in mind that it must match in color and style.

Locking mechanisms are selected depending on the purpose. To protect residential premises from burglary, complex locks are installed. Even electromagnetic devices are suitable for the plastic entrance door for a home.

Do not forget that when choosing accessories you need to pay attention to the quality of the elements, because... they bear mechanical and dynamic loads.

Loops are selected taking into account the following factors:

• hinges up to 90 mm wide are installed on narrow structures, and up to 110 mm on wide ones;
• the maximum load for a narrow door is 80 kg, for a wide door - 160 kg.
• according to mounting option.

On the market of door designs, the choice of hinges in design and color is varied.

Plastic doors with properly selected door components are the key to long service life and structural reliability.

When choosing a suitable fabric, it is better to opt for models with fittings from the best manufacturers and not try to beat the price by using cheaper elements.