Sliding systems for sliding wardrobes: mechanism, guides, rails for the cabinet, types of rollers

How does the sliding door mechanism work in sliding wardrobes?

The sliding wardrobe has a certain sliding system, thanks to which the doors of this type open. To close them, simply move them closer together in a smooth motion. The service life, ease of use and installation methods depend on the quality characteristics of such a device.

Regular opening of the cabinet doors occurs due to the sliding system.

Sliding systems for sliding wardrobes operate in two types of mechanisms:

Support

Includes two profiles: upper and lower, fixed inside the cabinet frame. Inside there are railway tracks, disguised as eyes. It is along them that the rollers move. The lower profile is subject to the main load, the upper one serves as a support and performs a guiding function.

The support mechanism has upper and lower profiles.

The disadvantage of this system is that the bottom path is completely open, dirt and dust begin to accumulate in it, and the depth of the space inside the furniture spreads by about ten centimeters.

Suspension

Only the top profile is installed. The movement of the door also occurs thanks to rollers. The only difference from the first option is that the canvas is in a suspended state. In this case, the load is placed on the profile located on top. A fastening element is attached to the lower structure.

The suspension mechanism only has a top profile.

The advantages include a fairly smooth ride, saving space inside the furniture and the absence of a bottom guide. The disadvantage is that installation is complicated; they can withstand significantly less load; products with a support mechanism.

In budget options, the rollers may begin to wear out quickly. Because of this, the doors will not open well. Saving can lead to unnecessary financial expenses.

Aluminum sliding windows price

The Paritet company produces and installs sliding windows from aluminum profiles of the Doorhan, Alutech and AGS systems of various configurations, sizes and configurations. The design is made of many parts and components, so the final cost of the window is often individual in nature and determined by a number of fundamental parameters, such as:

• shape and size of the window block;
• type, manufacturer and coating of aluminum profiles and fittings;
• opening method;
• type and size of glass unit;
• additional options and equipment;
• installation of a window block;
• finishing of seams and window space.

By entering this data into our calculation program, we will be able to provide the exact price of your sliding window and its production time within half an hour. Any other ways to determine the cost of a window will be very approximate. Also, you can order a call from our consultant or call him yourself by phone or. We also work in WhatsApp and Viber messengers at 79859288007.

Aluminum sliding windows price per m2

The table below shows the price of sliding aluminum windows per m2 on a turnkey basis made of cold aluminum profile. The price includes a sliding parallel-sliding system with glass, a mosquito net and installation on site. Please note that stained glass (floor/ceiling) and non-standard shaped windows (arched, round, triangular) are other types of construction.

Basic shapes and configurations

Sliding wardrobes with sliding doors come in the following configurations and mounting options:

• with a raised profile that adapts to the door leaf, but does not stand out visually;
• frame - they do not differ in appearance, but are installed on a more durable base;
• suspended - fixed on the supports of the upper rollers, which can be seen if you look closely at the design;
• coplanar - allow you to install doors with a minimum gap between them: when these doors open, one leaf completely overlaps the other.

With overlapping profile Composition

Suspended

Coplanar Varieties of sliding wardrobe doors allow you to choose the shape and size that will best facilitate their convenient use. The most common and classic shape of a sliding door is a flat rectangle. Its length depends on the height of the cabinet, and its width depends on the number of doors and the size of the space allocated for its location. In this case, built-in models usually reach the ceiling, while free-standing ones may be slightly lower.

Types of doors for wardrobes

There is only a huge range of cabinet door types available in the market. Sometimes such a choice can scare the buyer, especially if he has little knowledge of such mechanisms. Very original sliding door systems for sliding wardrobes can be created.

There are several types of closet door systems on the market.

According to the material of manufacture

If low-quality material was used in the manufacture of this product, it will not last long. It is advisable to pay attention to such types as:

Steel

Used for budget systems. Benefits include increased strength, reliability, durability and convenience. Furniture with fittings made from such material will last a long time, but only if they are followed.

The steel profile is a budget profile, but has good characteristics.

Aluminum

The price for such products is not cheap. Frames for guides and door leaves are made from it. Such doors move smoothly, do not make sounds during operation and have excellent operating parameters.

Aluminum profile is smoother and more expensive.

Important! If the case has inserts of any other material, it must be of the highest quality. Otherwise, the reliability and strength of the cabinet will be reduced and its service life will be reduced.

All parts of the cabinet must be made of quality materials.

Select window color

As a protective and decorative coating, aluminum profiles can have a powder-polymer coating in accordance with GOST 9.410 of any color, as well as have an anodic oxide (GOST 9.301) and sublimation (laminated) coating for wood or natural stone in accordance with the Paritet company catalog. The coatings of aluminum profiles meet the requirements of GOST 22233, this guarantees the operation of the product for up to 40 years or more.

• RAL catalog
• Wood texture
• Anodizing

Types of aluminum profiles

Sliding windows in heated rooms should be made using “warm” profiles that have a thermal break between the outer and inner parts of the frame.
This is achieved through the use of thermal insulating inserts made of glass-filled polyamide (GOST 31014). Thanks to these thermal inserts, the cold from the outside will not transfer to the inside of the frame. The chambers inside the aluminum profile can additionally be filled with foamed thermal insulation materials (polyurethane) to improve heat and sound insulation performance. For warm sliding windows, the method of opening the sash will change to a more hermetically sealed one: from sliding to parallel-sliding, in which the transom first comes out of the frame and only then rolls to the side. This profile is much thicker than the “cold” one, since in addition to thermal inserts, it will also have to withstand a heavy double-glazed window. The cost of such a window is naturally much higher than a “cold” one due to more expensive components, the manufacturing process and the calculation of the window unit.

Cold aluminum windows

They are made from a profile without a thermal break with glass or filling. Traditionally used for glazing balconies and loggias. It is also used for glazing verandas, terraces, gazebos and other premises of private houses and cottages.

Warm aluminum windows

They are made from a profile with a thermal insert, using energy-saving double-glazed windows. They are used as windows for apartments, houses, shops, banks, clinics, hotels and other public institutions with heated premises.

If the engineering design of the structure is incorrect, various problems and inconsistencies can arise, such as contact of the handle of an adjacent swing sash with the glass of the sliding sash, and not with the frame. If a draft throws such a sash back, it can break the adjacent double-glazed window.

Mechanism for sliding wardrobe doors

Sliding doors are useful in rooms of any size. After all, at their expense you can save space. Support type rollers are most often used. In this version, the support is on the track below. They are used in almost any prefabricated installation.

Sliding doors are suitable for any room.

Suspension mechanisms are used much less frequently. They will be optimal for built-in furniture, that is, where slats are attached to a concrete block. In this case, the upper support is used.

The hanging mechanism is most often used in a built-in wardrobe.

The monorail system consists of two pairs of rollers, each of which serves a separate trolley. This mechanism is relatively complex and is suitable for both built-in wardrobes and walk-in closets.

The monorail system is suitable for any type of cabinet.

What types of sliding mechanisms are there for sliding wardrobes based on installation method?

According to the design of the sliding system, there are “lower” and “upper” ones. Bottom sliding mechanisms for sliding wardrobes are also called load-bearing ones. And the upper ones are divided into suspended and coplanar.

In the bottom guide system design, the rollers move along the bottom guide. In this case, in the upper part there are auxiliary rollers that move along the upper guide.

In this case, the bottom track may have one, two or three lanes of movement, depending on the number of cabinet doors and the number of planes of movement desired.

With a top sliding cabinet design, the doors are supported on tracks at the top, but the bottom track may be missing or have a hidden mount underneath the bottom of the cabinet.

Sliding wardrobes using a lower sliding mechanism are convenient, but when using such a design, we are faced with a number of disadvantages. The groove of the bottom guide is constantly clogged with dust, which shortens the service life of the gate.

Mechanisms with a suspended top structure are more convenient because they do not use a bottom rail and are therefore not susceptible to dust. They are mainly used in the manufacture of internal partitions.

Hanging sliding compartment systems will last longer. But the mechanism itself is more complex, it is designed for a large sash weight and therefore costs more.

Coplanar systems for hanging sliding doors have an interesting and even more complex mechanism. It is designed in such a way that when moving, the sash moves forward in one plane and overlaps another.

Types of sliding window designs

The glazing process is distinguished between warm and cold. Based on this, the material used varies. When glazing, several indicators are important, in particular, the heat transfer resistance coefficient, which characterizes the level of thermal insulation.

Each sliding system helps to rationally distribute the area of ​​the veranda or other room. In addition, plastic windows are classified according to sound insulation, that is, how much they are able to muffle noise from the outside. For example, class A allows sounds above 36 dBa to pass through, while class D passes sounds above 27 dBa. The width of the glass unit affects the noise insulation and thermal protection. The material used to make the frame divides sliding systems into categories: aluminum, plastic and fiberglass. Each of them has its own pros and cons.

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Aluminum sliding windows

The aluminum system is usually used for glazing a balcony or loggia. It is also called cold glazing, since the sashes do not fit hermetically and allow cold air to pass through. However, the system has many advantages:

• comparative cheapness of the material;
• lightness of profile;
• small thickness, which allows a lot of light to pass through;
• service life about 50 years;
• elegant look.

You need to be careful so that water does not get into the guides, freeze or damage them. Alkaline seals protect against street dust, but cold air still penetrates. Although there are special models with increased tightness for installation in a residential area.

Rice. 8. Aluminum sliding windows.

Plastic sliding windows

Plastic profile (warm glazing) is made using special sliding systems. Although some models use tilt-and-slide fittings made of PVC material. The plastic has a dense structure and therefore does not absorb moisture. In addition, the main advantages include the following:

• heat saving;
• tightness;
• different color scheme of profiles;
• the possibility of tilting the sash with a certain type of mechanism;
• durable frame;
• service life more than half a century.

In case of mechanical damage, partial restoration of the profile is impossible; a complete replacement will be required. The price of plastic structures is slightly higher than aluminum ones, but many of the advantages are worth it.

Rice. 9. Plastic sliding windows.

Fiberglass sliding windows

The reliability of the design can be judged only after considering the main characteristics of the material. Fiberglass composite is produced in stages. The fiberglass is impregnated with a special thermosetting resin using the pultrusion method. As a result, it is possible to produce profiles of different shapes. Despite the fact that the material became known only recently, it has already become popular. Fiberglass composite is not subject to rotting or rusting; in addition, the material is resistant to deformation and can withstand temperature changes from -180 to +180 0C. The decorative coating is very diverse. Fiberglass composite is UV resistant, does not fade, and its shear resistance is 8 times higher than that of plastic. Light weight and low thermal conductivity make glass composite a worthy competitor to both plastic and wood.

Rice. 10. Fiberglass in sliding windows.

Materials and design

The stylistic solution for the design of wardrobe compartment doors plays a decisive role, as it creates a certain atmosphere in the room and serves as a visual complement to the interior of the room. The choice of cabinet door material depends on many factors, including:

• guest preferences;
• indoor air humidity;
• room design.

In addition, the choice of raw materials often depends on the budget allocated for the purchase of furniture.

Chipboard, MDF

Chipboard (chipboard) and fine- and medium-fine fraction (MDF) building materials are widely used for cabinets. These types of raw materials are inexpensive and quite durable if properly cared for and used. Accumulated dust and dirt can be easily removed from the surface of such doors. If the interior of the room is made in a simple and restrained style, then chipboard and MDF will be an excellent choice.

Sometimes manufacturers use two-layer door options. The first is basic, the second is decorative. An example would be doors based on chipboard covered with rattan or veneer.

Choosing a door made of chipboard for a wardrobe will negatively affect the interior of the living room if it is too small. Plugs made of chipboard or MDF are installed only in spacious rooms without compromising visual perception. At the same time, the positive side of choosing such a door for a wardrobe is its strength, especially in comparison with glass samples.

Chipboard and other composite materials are not suitable for rooms with high humidity, as the integrity of the wood boards may be compromised.

Chipboard

MDF

Array

The design of doors made of solid wood, that is, from a single piece of natural wood, always adds exoticism to an unusual interior and brightness to a classic style. For such doors it is necessary to provide a more powerful fastening and sliding system. The benefits of choosing solid wood doors are their strength, durability and natural appearance.

Wooden doors are chosen by residential property owners who care about the environmental friendliness of their furniture. While safe for use in everyday life, wood remains a versatile material that can adapt to any interior and delight others for many years. In addition, wood is easily processed, milled, and complements other types of finishing when creating non-standard variations in the design of laundry compartments, which include combined doors.

Glass and mirror

Sliding cabinets with glass doors are easy to clean and look great in any size room. You can also install a frosted door so that the inside of the clothes is not too visible, but it will be easier to find the right item. Currently, types of glass materials such as lakomat and lacobel are used in sliding wardrobe doors.

Advantages of sliding wardrobes with photo printing, popular images

The first is decorative glass, painted on one side. White varnish or any other door creates a cozy atmosphere in the room. Lacobel is another glass material, 4mm float glass etched on one side with sulfuric acid.

Mirrored doors serve a dual function: they can be viewed in both casual and formal wear. Such doors give the room additional mystery and depth, reflect sunlight and artificial light. Mirrored and glass doors are sometimes decorated with patterns and motifs made with special paints or sandblasting techniques.

Frosted glass

Lacomat

Lakobel

Mirror surface

Plastic

Plastic doors for sliding wardrobes are increasingly used in modern interiors, which is natural, because the material has many advantages over other analogues. Plastic doors are cheap, lightweight and can be made in any color. Patterns and images look natural on the plastic surface, and there is no need to contact an artist or designer since the design is done by machine.

Decorative synthetic plastic does not break or break. It looks beautiful and is easy to clean with non-abrasive cleaners. Functional plastic doors can be made in almost any configuration with a bright or matte image. In this case, the minimum door thickness used for cabinet doors is approximately 4mm.

Non-standard options

Glass doors of sliding wardrobes can be complemented with designer painting, frescoes, 3D printing (another name is photo printing) or volumetric 3D milling. It should be understood that such a solution will not always look organic in modern minimalist interiors.

Photo printing can be ultraviolet or polymer. When applying the first, a protective film is formed on the surface. The second allows you to create three-dimensional images.

No less interesting ideas for decorating wardrobe facades are:

• rattan - allows you to create unique natural patterns in combination with natural bamboo material;
• decoracrylic - reveals all the beauty of natural fillers;
• batik technology: helps to capture complex patterns.

If you want to add personality to a boring room interior, but are on a limited budget, then installing a door with foil glazing will be an excellent non-standard solution. A more expensive option is to combine the doors when the door is made of colored parts. Bevels and convex glass elements will be an excellent addition. Sophisticated connoisseurs can decorate facades or doors with frescoes.

Photographic printing

Volumetric 3D photo wallpaper

Merger

Drink 'em Stained Glass Rattan Decoracrylic

Batik technology

Advantages and disadvantages

The absence of traditional attitudes causes controversy and doubt. In practice, there are both advantages and problems of choice. Study the comparative characteristics of the alternative system and decide which one is more convenient for you.

Refusal of unnecessary elements increases safety in the use of furniture and opens up the possibility of saving space.

The best manufacturers

Consumers are always looking for a compromise on price and quality. Reliable products that ensure comfortable use of furniture are offered by the following manufacturers:

1. "General". Since 2002, it has been producing components for furniture. Production is based on modern equipment using the latest technologies. The company's developments have no analogues in Russia and Europe.
2. Aristo. It is one of the leading companies producing profiles, fittings, components and furniture in the national market. The products have an elegant and ergonomic design. Thick-walled aluminum profiles give door frames reliability and durability.
3. Commander. The company's activities extend far beyond Poland. For a quarter of a century it has enjoyed enormous success in the furniture and accessories market. Offers accessories for sliding wardrobes, wardrobe products.
4. GLOSSY. The Turkish manufacturer produces fastening systems, profiles, rollers, guides made of aluminum, plastic, and strong fastening of shelves in the closet. Furniture with branded fittings is easy to use and easy to assemble.
5. Stanley. The oldest American company. The company produces components with greater reliability. The fittings are durable and aesthetic.
6. Bloom. The company is Austrian, branches for the production of accessories are located in different cities of the world. Impeccable product quality. Wear-resistant fittings can last 25-30 years.
7. Hettich. German manufacturer of high quality fittings. The range includes guides, hinges, brackets, and drawer systems. The company's mechanisms are used by leading furniture manufacturers.

Fittings are one of the most important elements of furniture, the reliability of which determines the durability and ease of use of the cabinet. If even the smallest part responsible for opening and closing a box or door fails, it will be impossible to use the structures. This group of products requires resistance to mechanical stress, operational safety, modern design and ergonomics.

"General"

Aristo

Commander Glyantsevy

Stanley

Bloom

Hettich

The main advantages of sliding windows

Many people have already experienced the benefits of using plastic structures. Therefore, a plastic profile is very often chosen and installed. Although it is worth noting that classic sliding blocks are somewhat bulky. With sliding windows the situation is different. Moreover, the positive properties of PVC are not lost. In addition, they have other advantages:

• good tightness - no noise, dust, dirt, noise from the street;
• ease of maintenance and operation - the sash moves easily and is firmly fixed;
• versatility - the ability to choose any shapes and sizes;
• effective heat protection - with additional insulation, the balcony can serve as a full-fledged room;
• saving installation costs.

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Safety

With proper installation, the safety and reliability of the structure is ensured. Metal inserts used during installation provide additional strength. In addition, they guarantee safety, which is especially important if there are small children in the family. A locking mechanism is built into the design. It allows you to fix the sash in the desired position and prevents it from moving spontaneously.

Apartment owners can experiment with a rotating-sliding system. Owners can take advantage of additional measures that will improve sound insulation and thermal protection.

Rice. 3. Sliding windows on the loggia.

Space saving

Metal-plastic construction is one of the most practical systems. It is suitable for any small room. The sash moves along the profile without touching surrounding things, so you can place any objects on the windowsill that do not have to be removed or rearranged. Since the mosquito net is located on special guides, it can be moved in all directions. This is very convenient if you need to look outside, and also protects against insects. This system allows you to arrange furniture without blocking the window opening.

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Suitable for any interior

The original sliding design is available in various sizes and colors, from different materials, with additional accessories. Owners can order shutters of various modifications, as well as a frame that will be decorated to look like metal or wood. It is possible to glaze from ceiling to floor. Blinds and curtains do not deform and do not interfere with opening and closing windows. Narrow frames do not spoil the panoramic view. Thus, they will allow you to create an unusual interior. Specialists often install such systems with non-standard dimensions of the light opening.

Rice. 5. Panoramic sliding structures.

Durability

Manufacturers guarantee that the structure will last for several decades. Open frames are tightly fixed, so they will not close from strong winds. In addition, the structure of the frame, as well as durable fittings, are resistant to loads, so the sash will not creak or slam even in strong gusts of wind. Metal-plastic profile is resistant to dirt. Proper care extends the life of the system.

The fittings are specially designed for a specific type of profile system. The high-strength metal frame of the driving mechanisms increases the durability of the entire device several times.

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Which mechanism is better to choose for wardrobe doors?

When choosing a mechanism, you must first take into account the weight and material from which the furniture is made. To make the device as stable as possible, rollers are installed both at the top and bottom. To control the width of the open door, a special lock (limiter) is used.

The door mechanism is selected taking into account all the parameters of the cabinet.

Thanks to him, the doors will not be able to move too far from each other. Parts of the path must be selected according to the material and number of doors. The length of the slats directly depends on the width of the cabinet.

The main task of a wardrobe is to arrange as many clothes as possible. It does this function very well. In addition, furniture takes up minimal space.

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Differences between different types of sliding windows

Today there are the following types of sliding systems:

1. Parallel sliding. The operating principle is similar to a coupe system. It remains the most popular. On the main frame, it is possible to install several sashes that move freely from each other, however, when opened, one partially overlaps the other. This prevents blowing out. Double brush seal and filing piece ensures tightness. A similar system is suitable for the bedroom.
2. Swivel and slide. The design is more complex and resembles the opening of the Icarus doors. To open the sash, you first need to pull the handle towards you and to the side. The profile is multi-chamber, which allows you to not limit the installation width. Consequently, it is possible to install a multi-chamber double-glazed window, thereby increasing the thermal insulation properties.
3. Vertical sliding. Usually installed in rooms with a small window opening. The doors move up and down. The fittings are hidden in the frame, the weight of the sash fits tightly against the seal. It is recommended to use lightweight glass to make them easy to open. However, the free light opening is minimal.

If the owner of the house decided to glaze his terrace, then a transparent “mobile” door would be perfect. High-quality structures will last a long time, protecting from cold and drafts. Qualified specialists will install a structure that will delight home owners for many years.

Rice. 11. Parallel sliding windows.