Benefits of laminated doors

Laminated doors are a popular choice today. They were developed over a century ago and have been keeping us safe and dry for generations.

Here are some benefits of these doors.

Prices: Laminate is an affordable material, due to it being mass-produced. It’s easy to work with and does not require a coating or paint to finish. All these factors lead to it being an affordable material.

Finish:  Laminate doors come in a wide range of finishes. The common finishes include any solid color. This could be neutral tones to bright and even neon colors. There are, available, many timber grain finishes. This moves from white oak to ash to walnut finishes, or even metal finish like brass or even a leather finish. This provides great flexibility and it is amenable to many design concepts. Veneer door, its pseudo-grain can be cloned very easily so you can replicate other doors in the house very efficiently, anytime later.

Water resistance: Laminate is a material that is water and moisture resistant. So it’s fantastic for kitchen and washroom doors. This great property is excellent for `wet` areas like bathrooms, kitchens, toilets, powder rooms, or utility rooms. It is even great as outdoor doors. When fitting your door, make sure the seals are intact to prevent leakage in heavy rains.

Durability:  Laminate is a man-made material. It is far more durable than natural veneer doors.  Comparatively, it is a lot more resistant to scratches, heat, and then moisture.  It is great for a heavy-use environment. Many of you would love to use these doors for the exteriors of the house. The inside doors could be veneered, as this would reduce your overall costs as veneer doors turn out cheaper than laminated ones.

Easy on maintenance: The material is durable, not requiring a recoat or a paint finish every few years, giving you a cheaper door in the long run. It can be easily cleaned with a quick wipe if stained. Though it may not be required, you can paint over, these doors for a refresh job, if needed. These doors are far more durable than a traditional wooden doors.

So next time you are in the market, do consider these doors for their durability, wide variety of finishes, low maintenance, water resistance, low price in the long run, and several other benefits.