Sliding glass doors: pros and cons

Want to create an unusual interior? Pay attention to the sliding glass interior doors. They allow you to ergonomically use the space, divide the room into functional zones. You can purchase designs in the company "Glass World". We offer universal products that harmoniously fit into any design.

Glass sliding doors have a number of undeniable advantages:

significantly save space
thanks to a special system, they do not arbitrarily close under the influence of drafts,
the flaps move smoothly, silently,
when using the upper rails there are no thresholds (which is important for people with disabilities).

Glass sliding doors are made from the following types of glass:

The usual. It has a low cost, ideal for creating small single-wing structures.
Red hot. It is a safe option. The material is resistant to mechanical shock. If the canvas breaks, it crumbles into elements with obtuse angles.
Reinforced. High strength glass. This indicator is achieved due to a special grid located inside.
Triplex. This is a multilayer material, which has no analogues. It is made by lamination, by means of liquid pouring. Such designs can be freely used for wide openings.

Features

This design of the entrance and interior doorway has its own characteristics, the main of which is the design of such doors. Their opening and closing is carried out by moving the glass door leaf in special grooves due to the presence of small rollers. The door itself at this moment moves along the wall. The second feature and at the same time the advantage of such a mechanism is to save space in the room itself due to the sliding of the canvas along the wall, and not its swinging in or out.

Such canvases are not made of ordinary glass, but special. It has increased strength, and the buyer has the opportunity to purchase a fireproof or bulletproof canvas.

For many people, a glass door is associated with absolute transparency, but this is not entirely true. Today, manufacturers use various design options, for example, the door can be transparent glass, matte or even mirrored. The presence of just such an assortment allows you to choose the most suitable type of canvas and its color in each case. An important feature is the ability to select and install such a design with or without a threshold.

For the most part, such door leaves are custom made., and therefore they can have a wide variety of parameters. Most manufacturers of such products are pleased to offer their customers ready-made glass sliding doors or show their sketches to select the most suitable option. But it is the mechanism of operation of such doors that is considered their main advantage and feature. Therefore, it is necessary to dwell on it in more detail.

Mechanism

The mechanism of this design consists of special guide runners, along which the door itself slides. Special wheels are screwed into the lower part of the canvas, which are very tightly attached to the rails, so opening and closing the doors is almost silent.

The noiselessness and durability of the design are affected by the special coating on the rollers and the installation of high-quality bearings.

The guides of the door leaf are an integral part of such a mechanism. There can be several options for their installation: top or bottom, right or left, and sometimes they are located inside the wall. To prevent the door leaf from jumping out of the rails, a special stop is installed inside the guide, and so that the door does not hang from side to side, an additional leash is attached below.

The mechanism consists of a whole system of various types of fittings, the main of which are:

upper track devices
lower roller device
lower leash
limiter in the guide.

Specialists divide such mechanisms into two groups:

Open sliding glass door systems. In this case, all structural elements are visible and well visible.
Designs with a closed mechanism, which are equipped with special false panels, which allows you to hide the mechanism from prying eyes.

Also, mechanisms can be mechanical or automatic. In the first case, the movement of the canvas along the rails will be carried out after the person pushes the door to the side. That is, the principle of operation here is the same as in a train compartment. The second option is used much more today. Usually, special glass detectors are installed near such glass sliding doors that respond to a person’s weight and automatically open and close.

Today there are several varieties of sliding glass doors. All of them, in turn, are divided into two large groups depending on their design and size.

But there are other criteria for their separation:

The material of manufacture of the canvas itself. They can be all-glass or with plastic or wooden inserts.
The color of the glass can be transparent, frosted or transparent with small decorative patterns.
View of the glass itself. There are models made of plexiglass, telescopic, there are armored glass, and there are fire models.

Single or double models. How they differ is clear from their name.
According to the material of the partition. They are usually made of aluminum profiles in such structures, but sometimes models made of chipboard or MDF can also be found. Most preferred is the first option.
By the presence of a frame, such structures can be frameless, that is, without partitions, and frame.

Design

Sliding models are usually called the “accordion” because of the similar principle of operation. In this case, the door leafs have several wings that move along the wall in one direction, while simultaneously overlapping each other. Such doors are always installed on the guides of the "compartment".

The slider door consists of four panels of the same dimensions. A feature of this variety is that it is possible to create a completely glass wall and hide an opening up to five meters wide from prying eyes by proper design and installation. In this design, the outermost canvases are always tightly screwed to the frame, and the remaining canvases can move freely.

Sliding models of glass sliding doors are considered to be a more advanced and easier to install version of ordinary sliding glass panels.

Sliding doors open and close directly in the doorway. If this type of door is single-leaf, then the sash slides to one side, usually to the right. If the models have two wings, then at the time of opening they diverge in different groans. When installing such a design, a special cavity is always left in the wall, into which the doors roll up.

There are also lifting and sliding structures. Double-glazed windows in them are also hidden in the adjoining wall, but at the same time they simultaneously rise a little and move along the track. This type of glass door leaf is considered the most optimal and expensive to create a solid glass wall.

Dimensions

By this criterion it can be very difficult to divide glass sliding doors into specific groups, since in most cases they are made individually to order. But according to GOST, the best option is if the door leaf has a size of not more than 90 cm. In all other cases, it is necessary to install a glass door, consisting of several paintings or sashes.

In the ranks of specialists in the installation of such structures, there is their own division of these structures into three types:

Small - this includes models with a canvas width of 75 to 110 cm. In some cases, the manufacturer agrees to produce a canvas with a width greater than that recommended by GOST.
Medium - these are models, the width of the entire canvas of which ranges from one to three meters. In this case, the canvas can be divided into several wings.
Large - These are glass sliding doors with a size of 3 to six meters.

As can be seen from this classification, the range of such structures made of glass is quite extensive. If necessary, each person will be able to choose the best option for themselves.

It is also worth noting that some manufacturers may increase the specified width of the door leaf at the individual request of the customer.

For various rooms

Also, specialists in the manufacture and installation of glass sliding doors say that all of their products are still divided into several groups depending on the installation in which place and in which room it is intended.

It is necessary to install special balcony sliding glass doors on the balcony or on the loggia. Such models are specially made taking into account changes in weather conditions and other factors. Therefore, their installation guarantees a long and safe operation.

For kitchen or zoning of other rooms in an apartment or a private house, you can use ordinary glass partitions or double or single door models.

The design of the patio or slider doors is perfect for separating both the kitchen from the rest of the rooms and for creating partitions in the bathroom.

If we are talking about the delineation of the room space and the terrace, then here the best solution will be lifting and sliding structures.

But it is necessary to choose a glass sliding door for different rooms, taking into account several factors.

How to choose?

The choice of a particular type of construction should first of all begin with determining the location of the future glass door, as well as the degree of illumination of this zone. After all, it will be necessary not only to install the door, but also to make it so that it harmoniously fits into the overall style.

If you live in a cold region and a door made of glass will go out, it is recommended to install insulated glass structures. They cannot release warm air from the room and have better thermal insulation than conventional models.

Be sure to choose models made of tempered glass, so you can be sure that even in the event of a fall it will not break, and during operation such a door will be as safe as possible.

Today there are quite a lot of manufacturers of glass sliding doors, but it is Italian designs that are in greatest demand. It was in Italy that they began to produce them for the first time, and today the production process there is better debugged than anywhere else. In any case, before buying, you should study the most popular manufacturers, read reviews not only about their general products, but also study reviews about a specific model of door leaf. To be sure of the safety of the structure, you should choose it in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and the type of room.

In conclusion, I would like to say that despite such a large number of pluses, glass sliding doors have some of their drawbacks. There are only two of them: high cost and relative fragility. Even the toughest glass cannot compare with metal. If these disadvantages do not bother, then sliding glass doors are perfect for you.

Next, see the review of the interior glass door in an aluminum box.

Glass sliding doors: a small overview

Pros of glass sliding doors:

Coupe. They can be single and double. In the first embodiment, the web moves along a guide parallel to the wall. In the second, the design functions in a similar way. Only the wings move apart.
Cassette The peculiarity is that the canvases during opening are hidden in a special niche in the wall. Such products are often installed in living rooms to separate the kitchen and dining area.
Radius Have the correct rounded shape, exquisite appearance. The movement is carried out on rails.

Glass sliding doors can be equipped with:

One guide. It is an aluminum profile that is attached to the wall. The system assumes a stopper to prevent accidental derailment of doors.
Two (top and bottom). Provide good heat and sound insulation. Reliably fix a cloth in vertical position.

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Zoning with glass sliding doors

Thanks to glass doors and partitions, you can organize the zonal division of space in the room. Indeed, transparent and lightweight glass sliding structures effectively divide rooms into zones and do not clutter up the usable space.

Fig. 2. Glass sliding door on an aluminum frame with a rail mechanism in the upper part. Sex without a threshold.

Using various types of sliding doors and glass partitions when arranging your home, you can open up a lot of possibilities in the design of its interior. Insofar as sliding glass doors are a combination of tinted and transparent decorated panels, often such designs are used to organize the interior space of the premises. In turn, the entrance glass door additionally performs protective functions and at the same time is a decoration of any zone.

Places for installing sliding doors

Looking at the photo of the sliding door, you can make sure that they are available to install in any opening. The only question is the availability of a place where they will have to be rolled back.

Fig. 3. A double-winged sliding door made of frosted stained glass in a wooden frame with rollers hidden under a panel above the door. There are only guiding elements on the floor.

Sliding doors and glass partitions are an excellent solution for narrow corridors and small rooms. After all, standard swing doors for such places will occupy a lot of space and will not allow the full use of these square meters.

The design of sliding doors and partitions contains several paintings, through which zoning of large rooms is carried out.

Today, the entrance glass sliding door has found its application in offices, shopping centers, cafes and residential premises. The technical capabilities of such structures allow their use in large spaces. In particular, the width of the opening for installing these doors can reach more than 6 meters.

Fig. 4. Drawing technique "fusing" on a glass sliding door. Originally used frosted glass "triplex". Corrosion-proof roller mechanism.

Thanks to the installation of a glass sliding door, any interior gains individuality and at the same time creates a visual feeling of a single space.

What hardware is used for sliding doors?

In addition, we produce designs and systems for the movement of glass sliding doors using only high-quality fittings from world manufacturers.

The glass sliding structure with an open system of movement provides for the movement of the door along an open track attached to a wall or fixed glass. The sliding version with this system has a modern design.

Use in the design of sliding glass doors stainless steel hardware allows such products to look great in high-tech interiors. Doors of this type are durable and comfortable, as well as being light and stylish.

Sliding glass doors with a closed mechanism are equipped with a system of aluminum profiles that hide clamping fasteners and roller carriages. A door with such a system is attached to the ceiling or wall.

There is also the possibility of installing a glass sliding door with an automatic opening mechanism. For this, the specialists of our company will mount a special device inside the system of this door structure.

Glass sliding walls

For effective zoning of space, glass sliding walls can be used. The Glasstroy company is engaged in the production of these lightweight transparent structures. They will become an excellent functional solution through which you can temporarily demarcate a room. We offer prefabricated designs for glass sliding walls. Our customers can also count on the implementation of their individual projects.

The specialists of the company "Glasstroy" will assist in the selection of interior sliding doors. At the same time, our prices will pleasantly surprise you. Along with the fact that the entrance glass door provides a high level of protection, it is also a magnificent decoration of any office.

In the manufacture of glass sliding doors, various decorative technologies can be used. Installing such solutions in your office will make its interior unique. The participation of our experts in the selection of sliding glass doors will help you find the most suitable designs for your environment.

Glass surface decoration

Modern technologies for the production of glass doors and partitions allow you to choose any color for such structures. It is also possible to engrave on glass or paint the glass solution in the desired tone.

Fig. 6. For the sliding door, stained glass was used, obtained using a set of glasses with different dullness.

Glasstroy sliding glass doors can be made of combined materials. The cost of interior doors this type depends on the materials used for their production and the complexity of the decor.

Our qualified staff is able to install glass sliding doors and adjust their mechanisms. At the same time, we provide a quality guarantee for our work.

Sliding glass doors

During the opening process, these structures roll back to the side. This happens through their movement in the direction of the mounting profile, which ensures the movement of doors along the wall or partition.

To significantly save space and visually expand the space, glass sliding solutions are the best option. And to further optimize the situation on the door, you can apply a picture or decoration. As a result, the interior of the room will gain elegance and originality.

Advantages of sliding glass doors

The use of sliding glass solutions saves space. However, such products are silent and light. Thanks to them, light is added to the room.

Moreover, sliding glass doors They are convenient and safe to use. Indeed, at the time of opening, the glass profile itself does not shift towards the person. Therefore, it cannot cause injury, even if children want to use it.

Sliding glass doors can decorate any room. We can make a door of any shape and color. Our experts also produce frosted, transparent and tinted designs that can be offered complete with a mirror, colored or patterned glass. Along with this, it is possible to decorate doors of this type through fittings.

The versatility of glass sliding doors allows you to install such structures in offices, shopping centers, residential apartments, airports, banks and train stations. Also, these door solutions can be used in dressing rooms, cabinets and pools. Thanks to such glass structures, you can separate the kitchen, balcony or pantry from the bedroom or living room.

Fig. 7. Sliding door on a rail mechanism made of solid tempered frosted glass.

An important quality of glass doors is their resistance to moisture. This allows you to install these products in bathrooms, baths and saunas.

Despite the fact that glass sliding doors can divide the space, they also provide high illumination inside the room. Other valuable characteristics of such products are their reliability and durability.

What glass is used in the doors

In the manufacture of glass sliding doors we use tempered glass or triplexas these materials are strong enough.

Another advantage of such doors is the ease of installation. To move the glass sheet provides a mechanism made on the basis of placed on top of the rollers. After installing this type of door, the floor covering remains free from unnecessary parts and is safe for people to pass.

To determine the price of glass sliding doors, you should take into account the cost of fittings and varieties of glass decoration. You can get acquainted with the prices of glass doors in our catalog. Glasstroy specialists are capable of manufacturing glass sliding doors on an exclusive project in accordance with the wishes of customers.

Varieties of Sliding Doors

There are a huge number of door models of this type. They differ in many characteristics. The first thing that strikes the buyer’s eyes is the decoration of the glass itself, the presence of decorative elements.

Appearance is an important parameter, but not the only one that must be considered when choosing a design:

Sizes of a cloth. With a standard opening, you can pick up a door from a catalog of various manufacturers. If the passage has an unusual geometry, then this is also not a problem: the door will be made to order.
The form. In most cases, flat webs made in the shape of a rectangle are used. But there are also radius models, in which curved sashes run along rails located in a semicircle.
Material. Glass itself can be tempered, often triplex is used to make doors. Its thickness varies from 5-6 mm for internal structures up to 10-12 mm for external doors.
Principle of operation. This type of door can be in the form of a compartment or folding, and in some cases telescopic structures are appropriate.
The number of flaps. If the room is small, the doorway is not wide (no more than 1 meter), then one leaf is enough. With a width of 1.2 meters or more, two sashes must be installed so that their weight can withstand the hinges. This design further increases the space. For telescopic and folding designs, there can be more canvases.
Glazing area. Doors can be completely made of glass or framed in a frame of metal (steel, aluminum), chipboard or natural wood, plastic. Also, products decorated with only small transparent "windows" are in demand. The profile for glass sliding doors in the entrance system is usually installed aluminum. It is optimal in terms of price-reliability ratio.

Still the whole variety of sliding doors can be divided into interior (interior) and entrance. Products that are installed inside the apartment must be, first of all, beautiful. Resistance to breaking does not matter much for them; they are not insulated. The profile for sliding glass doors of the entrance group is made warm, the design itself is equipped with reliable locks.

Scope of application

Sliding doors have almost unlimited possibilities. They can equip both a narrow and a very wide opening, because the number of wings can be set up to 8 pieces. The only exception when it is impossible to hang the canvas is an arched opening, it will have to be decorated with a transom on top and strengthened with a beam to hang a guide on it. Otherwise, you can buy sliding glass doors for any room, there are no restrictions.

Therefore, designs are in demand in a variety of buildings:

In apartments and country cottages. In residential premises, they are in demand as interior partitions, because they look original and do not take up too much space. They are equipped with saunas.
In the offices. They can be installed both indoors and at its entrance. In the case of the use of glass paintings on a metal, plastic frame, they can be insulated.
In any public buildings: shopping centers, hospitals, transport hubs. Sliding glass doors can be easily supplemented with an automated opening system, make large double-leaf. This will allow a large flow of people to move. Due to the fact that the lower rail can be “sunk” into the floor, there will be no such threshold, which means that there will be no obstacles to the movement of carts and prams. For the same reason, they equip the entrances of hotels, train stations, airports, medical centers.
In the furniture industry. Glass sliding doors look good in sliding wardrobes; mirrors are also used for their decor.
When arranging a terrace, balcony, veranda. In this case, the transparency and the degree of glazing should be maximum, then you can enjoy the view through the sliding glass doors.

Benefits of Sliding Glass Models

Those who installed partitions of this type in their homes were able to appreciate all the advantages of sliding structures. If there is only a choice between them and other products, you should pay attention to a significant list of “pluses” of glass sliding doors.

Among others, one can distinguish such advantages of designs:

Optimal use of space. For the swing structure, 60-80 cm of space is needed so that the sash can open quietly. For sliding models, this is not necessary. The canvas moves along the wall. The sash can move off behind a cabinet or into a niche that is made for it right in the wall. Open glass sliding interior doors do not bother anyone. This allows you to better place items.
Universality. Designs of this type are in demand in small rooms, but wide double-leaf glass doors are the decoration of a large house. They are also appropriate in large shopping centers, public institutions.
They let in light and increase the room. This is the merit of glass. The greater the percentage of glazing of the sash, the higher its ability to transmit light. Transparent constructions never look bulky, on the contrary, they fill the room with air.
The original design. Even a simple transparent sash with a small pattern looks elegant. What can we say about matte designs or canvases with photo printing, stained-glass windows. Glass is combined with all materials. It perfectly complements the classic wood or modern metal. By combining elements made of different materials, you can create a lineup of doors just to infinity.

It is important that in the manufacture of glass does not apply any "chemistry". Regardless of temperature and operating conditions, the inhabitants of the apartment will not feel an unpleasant odor. There is no allergy to glass.

Also, the positive quality of glass is that it is not afraid of frost and heating, does not react to water in any way. He is not afraid of snow and rain, steam and high humidity. Sliding glass doors can be put in the kitchen, in the bathroom and even in the sauna. Glass is not inferior to metal and wood in terms of life. If you handle the doors carefully, to prevent strong blows, then the canvas itself will be eternal. Periodically, only the rollers will need to be changed.

Ways of fixing accessories

If sliding glass doors are made in the form of glazed sashes, that is, they have a frame, then there are no problems with the installation of fittings. It is mortise and fixed on the frame.

If there is no frame, and the sash is entirely glass, then there are two possible ways of attaching the elements:

No drilling. If the sash is light, then the use of overhead fittings without drilling holes is permissible. In this case, it is fixed by fasteners, they simply clamp the sash between the two elements. For tight pressing, bolts are used, as well as gaskets made of polymers or rubber, so that metal elements do not scratch the surface of the glass. They also perform the function of a shock absorber. If necessary, additionally use adhesive compositions.
With a drill. For glasses of significant thickness (10 mm or more), when installing the accessories, holes must be made so that it is securely fixed. This provides a solid mount that does not move over time during use. The disadvantage of this method is the difficulty of making holes, at home it is almost impossible to do, there is a big risk that when processing the sash will burst. The installation of mortise fittings for glass doors of a compartment is best entrusted to specialists. All companies that sell glass sliding doors provide installation services.

Sometimes two methods are combined, partial drilling is obtained: a small depression is made in the glass, a notch. The method is useful for medium-weight products, since it provides good fixation of fittings, but it does not need to make holes through. But it is better to buy such sliding glass doors with installation. Specialists will do all the work quickly and efficiently.

More often for glass doors, metal fittings are used: steel, brass, aluminum. The choice of metal is determined by the external characteristics of the product, the overall interior, as well as the strength of the metal itself. For lightweight canvases with fastening without drilling, an aluminum rail is sufficient. It is not expensive and is well maintained. Steel is better in strength than aluminum, but also more expensive. It is suitable for any casement, even the heaviest.

Selection tips

The first and most critical step in manufacturing custom-made glass sliding doors is to take measurements. Also, it is worth starting from this parameter when choosing the finished product in the store. To take measurements it is better to call a specialist, because even with small errors there will be problems: the glass sash cannot be cut. The width of the sheet of glass should be approximately 10 cm larger than the doorway.

Where it is planned to install sliding systems, there should not be a baseboard or it should be completely thin, not too protruding.Otherwise, normally sliding interior glass doors will not work. If the canvas has a large handle, strongly protruding slats, then the canvas will need more space, the gap between the wall and the sash will need a larger one. Therefore, the best option for the sliding model is not knob handles, but a panel with small recesses for the fingers.

When financial opportunities allow, it is better to buy steel hardware, it is better than aluminum and brass in many ways:

Strength and durability. According to these characteristics, equal steel metals do not exist.
Corrosion resistance. For door production only stainless steel is used.
Possibility of manufacturing products of any shape, thickness, with a smooth or granular surface.
No need to polish. Brass and bronze may look more interesting, but lose their luster over time. Nothing happens to steel, it does not darken, does not oxidize.
Steel is allowed to be washed, so this material is quite suitable for the kitchen and bathroom, as well as for outdoor use.

If you plan to install a sliding system in the bathroom, then it is better to choose options made entirely of glass or with a metal edging. Wooden sliding interior doors made of glass, MDF or veneer from constant exposure to moisture will quickly become unusable, and there will be nothing to the glass.

For entrance doors, it is worthwhile to purchase warm options that contain two- and three-chamber double-glazed windows. Only in this case can you be sure of good thermal insulation. Additional protection against frost will provide thermal break. Their frame is often made of PVC. Due to the decorative finish, this design will look quite attractive.

In order for the sliding glass interior door to work properly and for a long time, it is important not to make mistakes during its installation, to take the product selection seriously. Appearance is important, but this is not the only option for choice. The materials used and the hardware features are also important. In Moscow, you can buy glass interior doors from different manufacturers. The cost is also different.

Types of Sliding Doors

Enterprises produce sliding glass doors of various types, the following designs can be distinguished:

glass patio
balcony doors, transparent or matte,
partitions for rooms made of glass,
interior designs.

When choosing products, it must be borne in mind that sliding doors can be single or double glazed. In order to separate one room from another, single structures are used. They protect rooms well from noise from outside, retain heat, but the view remains open.

Interior doors are most often made of transparent glass, but you can install frosted products. They are well suited for the bathroom and bedroom, in which case a more secluded atmosphere will be created in the rooms.

Products with double glass are bulky, but they retain heat well. They can be used to separate the main part of the house from the extension. In country houses double doors separate the winter garden or terrace from the living quarters.

All interior doors, for the manufacture of which glass was used, visually increase the space. The interior becomes airy, products give it lightness and a unique look.

When purchasing a glass interior door, the buyer should pay attention to the design features and the quality of the fittings. The product consists of a web that closes the passage to the room, and special guide rails. The design is equipped with wheels, they move along the rail guides. This is how the doors slide to the side.

In order for the wheels to serve for a long time, they are coated with a material that is resistant to stress. Thanks to the coating, they wear out slowly. Silent sliding of the door is created by installing high-quality bearings, they provide a smooth movement of the blade.

Manufacturing companies produce doors that have a different arrangement of guides. They can be at the top of the wall and below. On sale there are sliding doors for the kitchen and other rooms, in which the guides are located inside the partitions. Roller carriages are installed at the corners of the canvas. In order for the door not to slide off the rail, a stop is installed at its end.

When purchasing a product, carefully select the mechanism for sliding glass doors. When closing products should not be bent from side to side. In order for them to hang evenly, a leash is attached in the lower corner. This is a mechanism by which it will be possible to quickly and smoothly move the canvas to the side.

Interior designs are made of tempered glass in size, its thickness is 8-12 mm. To fix it, 2 plates are used, they hold the door in place.

Sliding doors for rooms can have 1 or 2 wings. If she is alone, then the canvas simply moves off to the side, this will be the best option for studio apartments. The halves of the double-wing doors move apart from each other, opening the passage.

Glass interior partitions are in great demand because they do not take up much space. Designs can be transparent or matte, they look very unusual. With their help it is easy to perform zoning of the room. After installing the partitions, the space will not look cluttered, because the light will pass unhindered into all corners of the room. The rooms will be comfortable, but open.

Glass partitions are increasingly replacing blank walls, making it possible to realize the most complex designs of designers. Glass partitions will transform not only a studio of a small area. They are often installed in large apartments with free planning, they will make the apartments even more spacious.

If you need to make zoning of the apartment, partitions will be a good option. When choosing them, it is necessary to take into account the type of glass that was used to manufacture the structure.

In order to separate the kitchen and living room, you can use transparent elements. They are suitable for the separation of modern residential premises belonging to the general category. They are installed in the corridor, residential area. They will complement any interior of the apartments, because the designs look elegant and elegant.

For private rooms, such as a bathtub, toilet, bedroom or shower area, it is best to use matte products, they are distinguished by style and sophistication. This solution can be called universal, it is suitable for rooms of all types. Frosted glass transmits light well, but it reliably hides what should not be seen by outsiders.

It is not necessary to install partitions made of frosted white glass. A good solution will be colored designs. A glass wall can become the central element of a living room or any other room. The material can be glossy or matte, but buyers can stop at a more effective performance. Models made of mirrors look good.

On sale there are often panels with pictures. Classic and modern interiors can be emphasized with images of urban landscapes. The plant element, originally applied to the glass wall of abstraction, looks original.

In landscape design, you can find a novelty that consumers already liked. Glass patios for the terrace combine a stylish look, comfort and good visibility.

These structures can be installed at a distance from the house, as well as close to it, forming a terrace. When the weather is nice, the walls and roof can be pushed apart to provide air access. In bad weather, the windows move to close the patio.

Sliding doors to the balcony made of glass are becoming common. The doors are pushed to the sides, so you can put furniture near the balcony exit using all the free space.

Advantages and disadvantages of glass paintings

Sliding doors with glass can be found not only in office and other public buildings, but also in private houses, apartments, and cottages. They have the following advantages:

They have a spectacular appearance.
Save space. When opening make a wide passage.
When installing interior doors, only the upper guide is used, so the flooring in the rooms will be even.
They transmit light well.
Suitable for different interiors.

By installing doors, homeowners will be able to save on lighting, because sunlight will freely penetrate into all corners of rooms.

Sliding glass doors retain their shape well, they are not afraid of temperature extremes and high humidity. They are easy to care for. From time to time they can be washed with non-abrasive products.

The disadvantages of the design include the fragility of the material. In order to avoid problems during operation, it is necessary to choose a durable glass. It should also be borne in mind that glass elements should not be subjected to high loads. Installation of patios, partitions and doors is best entrusted to professionals, because the products are quite heavy. Their installation should be performed without distortions, then the design will last a long time.

Standard and custom sizes

Installation of standard doors depends on what layout of the apartment. Products are manufactured according to GOST. Their width is 6-8 cm, and the height is 2-2.1. The interior door is suitable for an opening 64-84 cm wide and 197.6-207.6 high. A product of 2 or more leaves is chosen for a passage 114.5-174.5 cm wide, this is the most successful design decision.

If the openings are non-standard, but the room is being renovated, sliding doors are made to order. The project can be submitted by the customer. If there is no experience, the designer will help determine the appearance and layout of the product.

Options in the interior

Designers distinguish the following design options:

all-glass doors,
elements in fringes made of plastic, metal or other material.

The designs are durable, they have different installation procedures.

In country houses, not only interior rooms are installed, but also entrance groups made of glass. The combination of this material with natural stone, marble and wood looks spectacular. It is used by designers and architects.

Glass construction care

Care of entrance groups and interior partitions depends on which glass was used in the manufacture of the structure.

Detergents should be chosen carefully, because abrasive substances contain particles that leave scratches on the glass surface. Mechanisms and loops are regularly lubricated with machine oil. Products should be protected from shock, so sliding structures are equipped with closers.