Doors play an important role in interior design. There are many different models in stores, but high-quality ones cost a lot of money, and you usually don't want to look at cheap ones. There is a good option - to update the old doors with your own hands. There are many techniques, and not the most difficult ones, that allow you to fix the situation for little money.
Preparation
Whichever way you choose to update the old interior door, you will need to carry out a number of preparatory work. Usually old painted specimens are going to decorate. Painting is usually amateur, so there are more than enough irregularities, sagging and other small defects. All of them need to be aligned.
We remove the door leaf from the hinges, put it on a flat surface. You can - on the trestle or table. We take putty on wood (even if they are from or) and we cover all holes, chips and depressions with it. After drying, proceed to the next stage - grinding.
We take sandpaper with a coarse grain and a fine one. We process, achieving a flat surface. If you work by hand, it takes a lot of time and effort. With a hand sander, work moves faster. If further painting is planned, we try to achieve the most even surface. If you plan to decorate with wallpaper, fabric, self-adhesive film, you may not bring it to the ideal, but it should be exactly.
Next, remove the dust, wash off the remnants with water and diluted dishwashing detergent. We dry it. Further actions depend on the selected update method. If you are going to glue fabric or wallpaper of any kind, you can prime the surface (with liquid diluted glue or a special primer). After the primer has dried, you can glue the chosen type of decor or apply paint. By the way, if you are going to paint the doors, the paint must be of the same type that was before, otherwise you will have to remove everything to a clean base, and this is very difficult.
Refresh old doors with wallpaper
The easiest and most affordable way to make old doors attractive is to use wallpaper. They do not have to be in tune with the walls, although this option is not excluded. First, we prepare the canvas as described above, and then you can start finishing.
The procedure for wallpapering doors is as follows:
Wallpaper
Modern photo printing allows you to transfer volumetric images to paper. It will turn out very nicely. And you can print any image of your choice. In general, any. Usually advertising agencies are involved in photo printing, sometimes printing houses. Go there, explaining what you need (have a USB flash drive with the selected pattern and the exact dimensions of the canvas on which you want to print the image). Having received the required image, we glue it on the door according to the method. described above.
Wallpaper with moldings
If you stick foam or polyurethane moldings, sockets on plain wallpaper, the style will completely change. Doors of this type are suitable for classic interiors or rooms; when using a colorful background and another form of moldings (with rounding), they can be decorated in the Provence style.
The work is no different from the sequence described above. We take the prepared doors with a leveled surface, spread it with glue, glue the wallpaper.
It is not difficult to achieve good results by leveling the panels with a rubber roller, but a certain amount of small air bubbles remains. To remove them, they take a special plastic spatula (they are in any hardware store), and they are finally removed from the center to the edges. Also, this spatula is used to iron the wallpaper joint, if any. It is quite possible to achieve the fact that the joint will not be visible.
Cut the edges of the wallpaper with a wallpaper knife. This should be done until the wallpaper has softened from the glue, otherwise they can then "reach" for the blade and break. We leave to dry. After 12 hours or in a day - depending on the temperature and humidity in the room - you can continue decorating the old door.
Gently, with a simple pencil, we apply the markup. When everything is drawn, measure the required length of the pieces of molding with a tape measure. Cut off, saw the edges at an angle of 45 °. We take a suitable glue (PVA can be used) and carefully spread the back surface of the cut elements, glue them according to the markings, and leave to dry.
By the same principle, you can update old doors so that the style will be different. Several examples in the photo gallery.
Beautiful wallpaper with a pattern in tone is the secret of the attractiveness of this door decor 
Moldings were glued to the painted doors, which were then painted with "gold" paint
Designer decoration of old doors
If you are interested in design things, you can try turning it into an art object. The good news is that you don’t need to cook it; bumps and bumps will disappear under the design.
The decorating process begins with the manufacture of papier-mâché. Take the egg trays, sprinkle with water, knead with your fist, trying to level the surface. In the process, they will tear, this is normal and even good - we need small pieces. These almost flat fragments, on liquid nails or using a glue gun, are glued to the surface in random order.
Lids, rings, a small perfume bottle, a small non-working computer mouse, the remains of a mosaic, everything that comes to hand are used. There will be a lot of trash, you can collect it ahead of time.
When most of the surface is "decorated", we take acrylic silver paint in spray cans (2 pieces are needed) and paint over the decor well. When choosing a paint, it is better to take an expensive one, in particular a German one, so that it does not pour out in sweat.
Decorating doors using decoupage technique
A romantic or "cheerful" door design can be done using decoupage. To work you will need:
- napkins with a suitable pattern;
- PVA glue (about 200 ml);
- natural bristle brush;
- acrylic lacquer.
Preparing the canvas, as described earlier. We prime and paint in a suitable color. After the paint has dried, we start decorating. We take a pack of napkins we liked, separate the top layer, which is with a picture.
Tear napkins with a pattern lengthwise into three strips. We tear, we do not cut. We want a slightly jagged edge. Two stripes on one side get an even edge, we put them to one side. We break the middle part into squares. The best option if they are 3-4 cm on a side.
We take glue, a brush, a small container. In it we mix PVA with water in equal proportions.
Next, we proceed to decorate the door with our own hands. We take a strip with an even edge, apply it to the area to be decorated (in this case, this is the center of the door leaf). Dip the brush in glue, with it we begin to smooth the fragment in different directions. Wrinkles are formed, but this is just not bad - the finish will turn out to be more textured, so it is not particularly necessary to align them. Wet wipes are very delicate and elastic, remember this when working, act carefully.
Gradually make a frame with one smooth edge. The second turns out to be carelessly torn.
Filling in the middle of the "frame"
When the entire surface is filled, we leave it for a day - we wait until the PVA dries. Next, take an acrylic varnish and cover our decor with a soft brush. To prevent it from smelling, we take a water-based varnish. It is a little more expensive, but it doesn't have a headache.
The beauty of decoupage is that we get beautiful things at low cost.
Decorating the door with self-adhesive foil
Perhaps the easiest way is to update old doors with self-adhesive. All you need:
- the film itself,
- a spray bottle containing soap and water;
- plastic spatula or soft rag;
- a sharp knife (wallpaper can be used).
This film is available in different versions - there is a monochromatic matte or glossy, there is a monochromatic one with holographic patterns, wood imitation, there are even special doors for pasting with applied photo printing.
Regardless of the type of film, it is glued in the same way. In this case, they decided to update the old doors using the option with photo printing. One moment: before pasting, we remove handles, latches and other door accessories.
For the decor to be of high quality, the door surface must be clean, even and smooth. If you sanded it before doing this, try gluing on a small piece of film. If it sticks well, everything is fine. If it doesn't "stick", the doors will have to be primed and then painted or varnished to create a smooth surface.
We take a spray bottle and evenly wet the surface of the door.
We shave the film, remove the protective layer from one of the corners, and also spray it. So, wetting, we separate the protective paper from the upper part along the entire width of the film.
You should get a strip 15-20 cm wide. Do not remove any more so that the film does not stick to the canvas. We apply the unsticked part to the upper edge of the door leaf (or the area to be decorated), it quickly sticks. Try to immediately apply it evenly, but the position can be corrected - for this we wetted the surface so that the film could be moved. If you pull it, it moves a little.
After making sure that the canvas lies flat, take a plastic spatula (for wallpaper) and smooth the surface with it, moving from the center to the edges. The task is to remove all the air. Since the surface is wet, it is not difficult - water displaces air.
The rest is simple. We pull down the protective paper, peeling off the strip, glue it and so on - to the very bottom of the door. If you have glued the upper part for a long time, the lower one may dry out, therefore periodically check that the doors are not dry, spray again if necessary.
After the entire film is glued, cut off the excess around the edges with a sharp knife. All that remains after this is to install the fittings.
Door decor with stencils
Old doors can be renovated with applied drawings. The only pity is that not everyone has artistic talents. But in this case, the problem is solved with the help of stencils. You can draw them yourself, or you can find the image you like, print it on thick paper, cut out the drawing with a sharp knife, leaving jumpers in places. So the stencil is ready.
The disadvantage of a paper stencil is that it does not last long. If you need a "long-playing", you need to transfer it to a transparent dense film. In more detail, the technology for cutting a stencil for door decoration is shown in the video.
The drawing can be anything. Both geometric and floral, stylized images of animals, birds, cartoon characters are popular.
The iron front door has ceased to be a sign of wealth and has become the norm. Today, several classes of iron doors are divided, guided by the characteristics of armor resistance, the quality of fittings, finishes and the presence of additional functions and elements. The question of ennobling an entrance door arises in two cases: if you want to give a presentable appearance to an old door, or if you once saved on aesthetics and bought a new, but completely unremarkable iron entrance door.
Options for external finishing of an iron door
The outside view of the door is a visiting card of your apartment or house. On the door, people immediately have an opinion about the tenants of the house. Therefore, the issue of its external finishing must be treated especially responsibly.
Powder spraying
Powder spraying of the outer side of an iron entrance door is carried out in an industrial environment. Don't even try to do it yourself. This method differs from ordinary staining in its extremely high quality. The integrity of the paint is maintained for 20 years (guaranteed). Particles that are especially durable do not lose their brightness, are resistant to minor mechanical damage and exposure to ultraviolet rays. The surface can be washed with chemical compounds without fear of damage. A more durable and aesthetic painting of an iron door has not yet been invented.
MDF paneling
MDF panels are lightweight, beautiful and practical material. They are much lighter than solid wood, but perfectly imitate the natural beauty of wood. Sheathing with this material can be either factory or home. If you have saved money and your door is devoid of decoration, then you can additionally use the services of a master or do the work on your own. But it is better to immediately purchase a finished version of the front door and not waste time and money on this issue.
How to independently sheathe the outer side of the door with MDF panels
This process requires a basic set of tools, dexterity, and courage. Store a screwdriver, bolts or liquid nails, MDF panels of the desired color and size. The main difficulty lies in the selection of a suitable width for the MDF panel. It is difficult to find a holistic canvas, and the joints in a homemade version will turn out to be rough. So, how to sheathe a door with your own hands:
- First, remove the door from its hinges, gently lifting it up;
- Remove all accessories: lock, handles, hinges, crossbars, peephole;
- Lay the door in a horizontal position;
- Carefully measure a single sheet of MDF according to the size of the door leaf (if possible);
- At the ends of the door, install special corner strips in the color of the main cladding material;
- It is best to fix the panels on liquid nails, being especially delicate to the joints and ends;
- Screw back all the door hardware;
- Install the door back;
- Check for ease of closing.
Self-staining
A quick way to refine the outer part of an entrance iron door is to paint it yourself. Best suited for these purposes are spray cans with universal paint, or paint based on acrylic. They are long lasting, have vibrant colors and apply evenly. From the brush, you run the risk of getting traces of pile on the entire surface of the door leaf, paint it unevenly. The most popular colors are bronze, gold and silver. You can also use paints with a "twist". For example, paint that artistically cracks when dry. It is not necessary to remove the door from its hinges to apply the dye. It is enough to remove all the fittings and protect the surfaces unwanted for painting with a paint film.
Additional decorative elements
People who value comfort love additional decor. This is especially true for owners of private houses and cottages, where the entrance is in an open space. The door may look quite trivial, but it can be complemented by additional decorative elements. It can be festive wreaths, exquisite ring design. Instead of a bell, they also like to install forged handles with a knock function. Hanging street lamps and other decor. It all depends only on the boundaries of the imagination of the owner of the house.
Options for interior decoration of an iron entrance door
The inner side of the front door should be comfortable and meet the functional requirements of the household. Not everyone likes standard design solutions. Therefore, today we will talk about several options for the inner lining of an entrance iron door.
Sheathing with MDF panels
The inner lining with MDF panels differs little from the outer one, which we described above. However, there are some differences. In addition to the aesthetic function, it can also serve as additional sound and heat insulation. To do this, before fixing the MDF canvas itself, it is necessary to install an intermediate soft layer. It can consist of several layers of soundproofing sheets and a layer of furniture foam rubber. It is also possible to use heaters used in construction.
In order to fix the intermediate layer, its sheets will need to be cut with a clerical knife to the size of the recesses in the door. As a rule, metal partitions are installed on the inner side of the canvas, dividing it into squares. It is in them that we will place the insulation. The insulation can be fixed on any type of liquid nails that are at hand. Even PVA-based liquid nails will do.
After you have safely lined the door with insulation, go to the decorative part of the question. To do this, you can use the instructions above, only liquid nails in this case are necessarily replaced with bolts.
Laminate cladding
Laminate is a unique finishing material. They can sheathe anything: the floor, walls, slopes and even the door leaf itself. This makes it a versatile material that designers love. With the help of laminate, it is easy to achieve harmonious color transitions in the interior.
Unlike MDF panels, laminate has an additional structural feature that makes working with it quick and pleasant. Namely - with locks. After you have removed and insulated the door as we described in the instructions for finishing with MDF panels, you can go directly to the cladding:
- Remove the door leaf and fittings;
- Insulate the door from the inside;
- Assemble one solid board from the sheets of laminate (make sure there are no cracks);
- Cut the shield exactly to the size of the inside of the door;
- Install the side corners at the ends of the door in the color of the laminate;
- Fix the shield with screws or bolts (it is better to use a screwdriver for this);
- Cut holes for the lock, peephole and handles;
- Install the fittings back;
- Place the door on the hinges;
- Adjust closure.
Solid wood paneling
This option is suitable in two cases: if you plan to sheathe an iron door with eurolining or install a ready-made door leaf made of solid wood. I would like to warn you in advance that working with natural wood is a very responsible process, mistakes in which can definitely hit your wallet. The Guardian catalog contains several thousand types of entrance doors with natural wood cladding. It is in this case that it is better not to save on quality.
Fastening the wooden door leaf to the front door
This "shovel" method is relevant for you if you still have a beautiful wooden interior door of a suitable size, and you do not know where else it can be installed. Agree, a rare case. The wooden sheet has a significant thickness and weight. Therefore, it is often necessary to cut off the internal iron partitions of an iron door and skip the stage of its insulation. Moreover, the wooden door leaf must be additionally processed in order to look aesthetically pleasing and not to give out unnecessary piece of wood.
Installing a mirror on a door leaf
How can you leave home without making sure you look great? No one can understand this, especially the beautiful half of humanity. The mirror on the inside of the entrance door is an additional decorative element, but it is purely functional. This element is especially relevant for small hallways, in which everything just does not fit at once and you have to save space.
Factory execution in this case is more aesthetically pleasing: instead of heavy glass, a film or a lighter material is used, the mirror is practically a molded element of the door, weighs nothing. A door peephole is even installed in it - it is so resistant to mechanical damage. Making an idea at home will look much rougher and may come out a little more expensive in terms of money. Therefore, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the Guardian catalog before deciding to independently install a mirror on the door leaf.
Soft lining
Another option for interior decoration of an iron door is sheathing with leatherette, dermantine or vinyl cloth. This process combines decorative and practical components. You will simultaneously insulate the door and make it look like a soft leather sofa. The cladding of an iron door with dermantin consists of several stages:
- Preparatory stage (remove the door and fittings);
- Warming. At this stage, we put the insulation in the grooves, and also install an additional single sheet on top;
- Door trim with leather substitute;
- Installation of fittings and doors;
- Checking the quality of work.
You can read more about this finishing method in our previous articles.
Interior decoration of the entrance door: video
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In the process of carrying out repair work in an apartment or a private house, it often becomes necessary to replace many coatings and systems. This also applies to windows and doors. After the installation of the entrance door is completed, there remains a sloppy opening with potholes in the partitions and a damaged coating. The finishing of these surfaces is carried out precisely in order to hide such working imperfections in the place where the entrance door is installed. For such a cladding from the inside, a wide variety of materials are used that you can see in the photo in this article. Moreover, today in the building materials market, each consumer can choose exactly what is needed and suitable for the interior of the hallway.
Finishing materials
A well-executed front door finish will add aesthetics, neatness and completeness to the room. Many people today are worried about how to finish the front door with the highest quality. Which material, texture or color to choose?
The main task is to achieve such a result that would allow the entrance door from the side of the dwelling to harmoniously and naturally fit into the implemented design idea of the hallway.
Before proceeding with the choice of material for finishing near the space of the entrance door, it is necessary to take into account a number of general requirements or wishes. For example, in a situation where the doors from the rooms go into the hallway, it makes sense to make the front door slightly different from the rest. After all, the front door is the main one.
If the hallway is not too spacious, or even cramped, you can consider the option of a mirrored design of the front door. This option will not only create the illusion of an increase in space, but also from an aesthetic point of view, it will look very impressive. True, such a decision is not recommended to be implemented if there are small children in the home.
Also, an important point when choosing the type of finish for the front door is the need to insulate the structure. It is better to lay the insulation on the inside, as otherwise the material will not last too long. First of all, this rule applies to common staircases and private houses.
Most often, wood, natural leather or its substitutes, plastic panels, MDF are used as the material for finishing the interior of the front door. Alternatively, self-adhesive tape or paint can be used.
In addition, we must not forget about the decoration of the doorway. Considering the fact that living quarters, as a rule, are characterized by stability and constancy of internal temperatures, the front door can be revetted with siding, plaster, decorative stone or clapboard.
Warming and finishing of the door leaf
The first step is to prepare insulation, for example, foam. As a rule, the inner part of a metal door is equipped with stiffening ribs that form a kind of cells. According to the size of these sections, it is necessary to cut out pieces of foam, the thickness of which will be about 30-40 mm.
The next step is to use a foam gun. It is necessary to apply a contour around the perimeter of each section, and inside the recess, an additional two strips of the composition. Then the prepared piece of foam is glued. Identical operations should be performed with all cells in the door. It is important not to forget and leave space for the installation of a door lock.
After that, it is necessary to prepare a place for finishing the inner surface of the door. For this purpose, a mounting plate is used. A sheet of plywood and a cap of self-tapping screws are installed in her pocket, with the help of which fastening to the door will take place. The bar must be fixed on three sides, with the exception of the top. It is from there that the external upholstery device will begin.
It should be emphasized that the plywood used must be moisture resistant. In addition, as it is installed, it is recommended to cover it with a glossy paint in advance. Now you should take a sheet of plywood together and carefully, so as not to damage the foam, push it inside the installed mounting plate.
After that, you need to spread the prepared glue on the top of the plywood and install another part of the mounting plate on it. There is no need to fix it with self-tapping screws.
On the resulting surface, you can fill a layer of leatherette or another option for finishing.
Door portal finishing
To minimize heat loss through the doorway, you should take the most responsible approach to its sealing. The main role in achieving this result is played by finishing the slopes of the entrance door, which must be faced after the completion of the main installation work.
There are several basic finishing options for front door jambs. Among the main ones, plastering, the use of MDF panels, the installation of gypsum boards with subsequent painting, and the installation of laminate should be highlighted. The first step is to level the slopes with plaster mortar or using plasterboard sheets. The first option is more time consuming. To plaster the slopes, it will be necessary to prepare a cement-sand mixture, and also use special painting corners for better leveling.
The space between the corners must be filled with mortar and carefully smooth the surface with a spatula. After the plaster has dried, you can continue finishing the slopes with any material. In addition to the described method, it can be used for facing the gypsum board. They must be cut into pieces of the required size in advance. To fix the gypsum board plates, a frame or frameless method is used. In the second case, an adhesive mixture is used. Let's consider some finishing options in more detail.
Decoration of the opening with plastic panels
Decorating the entrance door from the inside with plastic panels is especially popular among consumers. This is due to the democratic price and ease of installation of these structures. As a result of the implementation of such a technical solution, homeowners receive a flawlessly even and uncommon coating that will add aesthetics to any interior.
The main advantages of plastic are simplicity and ease of installation, ease of maintenance, moisture resistance, resistance to different temperatures. In addition, the plastic door trim panels do not fade in the sun. Also, an important advantage of this solution is the absence of the need for preliminary preparatory work before installing the panels. The surface on which the panel will be laid does not need to be leveled.
Arrangement of the opening with a stone
The use of stone as a finishing material will not only add aesthetics to the hallway, but can make its appearance simply gorgeous. Often, with this type of cladding, artificial slabs of small thickness are used. It is best to give preference to a stone no more than 4 mm thick.
For fixing stone slabs, a special compound. The use of a self-adhesive backing will protect the material from fractures and cracking. The most popular solution for this finish is to use a solid piece of stone. Such a cladding will look aesthetically pleasing, elegant, visually resembling a monolithic piece of stone. Such door trim will look really beautiful with the corresponding decoration of the door portal.
Other options
It should be noted that not all consumers can afford to decorate the space near the front door with decorative stone. This is a rather expensive material, so MDF panels or laminate can be used as an alternative. They are not at all worse than monolithic stone slabs, but they have a number of specific differences. The advantage of these materials is their availability and ease of use.
Laminate is a more practical option for MDF panels. This material is relatively inexpensive, beautiful and outwardly neat. Both laminate and MDF are durable, moisture resistant, and resistant to cleaning and disinfecting agents. To slightly improve the aesthetic characteristics of the interior of the entrance door, you can cover the MDF with natural veneer. This will add prestige and elegance to the overall design.
In a small hallway of an ordinary-sized apartment, the front door looks great, in the decoration of the space near which elements from natural wood are used. And if the pattern of the cladding is combined with the ornament of the furniture installed in the hallway, then the interior of the room will become as harmonious as possible. A more expensive option is wood veneer trim.
Recently, a combination of different materials has been increasingly used for decoration. With such a combination, it is important to pay attention to their compatibility, quality and reliable installation. To carry out the work, you will need certain tools and materials. First of all, this is polystyrene (polyurethane foam), polyurethane foam, a plywood sheet with a thickness of about 9 mm, a knife for cutting foam plastic, waterproof construction glue and a special mounting bar with self-tapping screws and a press washer.
There are various options for finishing the doorway. They help to achieve a harmonious and stylish room design. It should be borne in mind that these structures are divided into two types, which depend on the presence or absence of a door leaf. It is this element that determines the sequence of activities carried out in order to obtain the desired effect.
Methods for facing openings without door leaves
Finishing a doorway without a door is carried out in two main options:
- Standard. This technology provides for facing openings with various materials, without changing the design.
- Arched. This method consists in the fact that the configuration of the opening changes - significantly or insignificantly.
Each of the methods requires adherence to certain rules, as well as accuracy.
Various types of materials for standard finishes
To decorate a doorway without a door, finishing products are used that have different technological features.
PVC panels
This option is one of the most popular. This is facilitated by the fact that such products have excellent characteristics, and are also very affordable. For laying, the glue-planting method is often used. Mostly slopes are faced with panels. Other parts of the doorway are finished with other materials.
On a note! PVC products require careful selection. To make a coating that will look harmonious in the interior, you should give preference to varieties made as an imitation of natural materials.
Everything is done as follows:
Requires leaving the structure for a while to avoid displacement of elements. Now they begin to eliminate the external joints. If you close them with plastic corners, as is done when facing windows, then you may get a not very attractive effect. Therefore, it is better to putty putty. Then you can start the subsequent finishing. For this, staining, wallpapering is carried out.
You should know! There are plastic platbands that are successfully combined with PVC panels. But pruning them is a very laborious task. The fact is that you need to fit the elements at an angle of 90 degrees.
The best substitute for PVC will be MDF panels. Decorating openings with such material goes well with other products. If it is required to clad structures in this way, in order to exclude the formation of visible joints, lamination is used.
Facing the door slope with MDF Stucco
It should be noted right away that stucco molding is currently used, which is made of polyurethane. Unlike plaster versions, this type of product is characterized by low weight. Its installation can be carried out without the involvement of additional assistants. An important feature of this material is that it lends itself to post-processing. That is, it is easy to paint it in different colors.
The opening is finished according to a certain scheme:
- All parts and glue are preliminarily kept in the room where the installation will be carried out for 24 hours. This will ensure that all elements get used to the existing microclimate.
- Areas that will be pasted over are carefully primed. Only formulations are selected that have a deep penetrating effect.
Important! It should be remembered that the stucco molding is applied first. Only after that, you can make general wall decoration.
- The surfaces of the products are slightly rubbed with sandpaper. Next, glue is applied. It is evenly distributed along the seamy side of the fragments. Now the stucco is applied to the selected area and pressed well. To prevent the elements from slipping, small self-tapping screws are screwed under them.
- If excess glue appears, remove it immediately. When this cannot be done immediately, then you can use acetone, which is moistened with a sponge.
- The important point is the docking of the elements. It can be done at right angles (perpendicular setting), or it can be trimmed at a 45 degree angle.
- After facing, joints appear. They are hidden with a putty, which, after drying, is rubbed with sandpaper. Special care should be taken when finishing between rooms, because it is required to provide for the location of parts on both sides.
Enhancing the doorway with stucco molding provides some nuances. This option is most suitable for rooms that have fairly high ceilings. If you use it for small rooms, then it is advisable to carefully consider the location of all elements. The fact is that it is easy enough to overload a room so that the interior becomes simply ruined.
Fake diamond
The use of artificial stone is an excellent solution that helps to finish a doorway without a door in a very stylish and modern way. This option is superior to similar products due to the fact that the material is produced in a large decorative range. For example, clinker tiles are also used for cladding such structures, but their choice is quite limited.
On a note! It should be borne in mind that the concept of “artificial” does not diminish the merits of this product. The simulation is carried out with excellent accuracy. The texture and shades of natural stones are repeated.
Decorating the doorway with artificial stone Before decorating a doorway without a door with decorative stone, you should familiarize yourself with its advantages. The following advantages of the material are distinguished:
- Excellent appearance, which brings presentability to the interior.
- Possibility of combination with other finishing materials.
- Excellent resistance to mechanical stress.
- Durability. The service life is calculated in decades.
For work, small-sized products are used that have some relief. If you choose a deeper texture, it will look very bulky.
The cladding is made using various technologies. It is often done in a way that allows for uneven edges.
On a note! Currently, special elements have been developed that act as corner plates. They avoid unnecessary clipping.
The opening is designed quite simply:
- Marking is performed on the selected areas. She must repeat the developed scheme. To complete this process as accurately as possible, the stone is laid out on the floor in a given order.
- Wall surfaces are treated with primers that penetrate deeply. This will improve adhesion. It is important to let all areas dry well.
- Fixation can be carried out on a special adhesive for tiles or "liquid nails". The second option is suitable for those cases where the base has almost perfect evenness.
- The composition is applied to the seamy side of the elements. It is important to remove any excess.
- The stone is laid in ways that make it possible to form a seam or get by with a monolithic surface (without joints).
- The details sit in their place and press down. Good grip is important.
- If joints have been formed, then they are overwritten. The color of the mixture is selected in a contrasting or solid color.
When a question arises: the better to finish a doorway that does not have doors, options that include artificial stone, decorative brick and clinker can first be considered.
Plaster
Recently, such material has noticeably dropped in popularity. But quite recently, ten years ago, this method seemed to be the most accessible. It's safe to say that many people simply underestimate plaster. Indeed, this option has several significant disadvantages - the laboriousness of the application (in the absence of experience) and the presence of a certain amount of "dirt". But if you do all the work correctly, as well as achieve a combination with other products, then the effect will pleasantly surprise.
How to decorate a doorway without a door by plastering:
- The required amount of the mixture is prepared. The solution made should be in such quantity that it was enough for 30-45 minutes of work.
- The mixture is applied to the surface by scattering. Smoothing takes place with a rule or a wide trowel.
- If required, beacons and perforated profile guides are installed.
- When the mortar layer exceeds 1-1.5 cm, then a reinforcing mesh is laid.
This surface can be painted. But it is better if the plaster acts as a starting compound. Then a decorative (textured) putty can act as a finishing finish. It is applied in a specific order for amazing coverage. Such doorways will decorate the interior.
Decorative plaster - a spectacular design option for a doorway without a door Arch device
The arch can transform the interior. It is important to understand that a device of this design requires a certain amount of experience. Indeed, in order to finish the doorway exclusively with your own hands, it will take a lot of effort.
You should know! There are standard-sized arches that are already completely ready for installation. They only need to be carefully mounted.
Doorway in the form of an arch The most simple arches are made of plasterboard. It looks like this:
- Finishing doorways begins with the installation of the frame on both sides. It is fixed on the top horizontal and vertical posts. On the latter, it has a size that is almost equal to the end of the fillet.
- GKL parts are fixed to the frame. An arc is pre-cut on them, for this a stencil is made.
- An additional crate is made inside the resulting structure. It serves to fasten the last arcuate plasterboard element.
- The final finishing is done with putty. Decorative cladding is made with various materials.
The arch can be performed using more "noble" products, but it will require more skill.
Other design methods
The decoration of doorways can be done by other methods. They consist in the use of decorative curtains or screens. This method is very affordable and simple. In addition, it requires almost no work to be done.
Various options can be used:
- Fabric curtains. They will be a great addition to any interior. The composition should be composed in such a way that there is harmony with other elements and combination with window decoration.
- Bamboo curtains. This option is suitable when the room is made in eco style.
- Thread curtains. These products are used if you want to fill a room with unusualness.
Of course, everyone chooses how to decorate the opening based on their taste and preferences.
Photo gallery: options for finishing doorways without doors (20 photos)
What can be done with an opening equipped with a door
The decision on how to make a doorway that has a door leaf involves the use of the simplest options. The only difference is where the structure is located.
Simple arrangement of interior space
The most affordable option for finishing interior openings is the installation of a box and adjacent elements. The general technology is as follows:
- The box is installed. It can be equipped with or without a threshold.
- Addons are used as materials that will lining the slopes. They are available in standard sizes (up to 120-150 mm).
- These elements are attached by means of a groove on the box. If such a design feature is not provided, then fixation is performed on self-tapping screws. A hole for them is drilled through the end face of the part.
- External finishing is carried out at the expense of platbands that frame the opening.
This option is great for situations where you need to make facing of not very wide structures.
Other options
How to refine a doorway that has a door in a more original way? In fact, to create a really interesting variation, you have to try. The fact is that it is the curtain wall that limits the use of different materials. Improper use of trimmings - prevents opening. Although, given this feature, then almost everything is suitable for external decoration.
On a note! There is a sliding way to open the door. That is, the canvases repeat the device of the compartment doors. This is a rather interesting technological solution that requires a more careful selection of facing products.
How to finish a doorway? This question has many answers, which depend on the specific situation. But no matter who advises anything, you still need to listen to your heart and choose the option that will be closest to you.
Thanks to the doorway, you can get a stylish and harmonious interior design. Therefore, there are various options for its finishing. Depending on the presence or absence of a door leaf, the sequence of measures necessary to obtain the desired effect is determined.
Cladding without door leaves
Finishing of interior openings, if there is no door, is carried out according to two main options:
- Standard. It involves cladding with various materials, while the structure does not change.
- Arched. The method consists in changing the configuration of the opening to one degree or another.
Each of these methods assumes compliance with the rules and accuracy in actions.
Materials for standard finishing
Finishing a doorway without a door involves the use of materials with various technological features. It can be a PVC panel. She is ranked among the most popular. It has good performance and is affordable. Often, for installation, such a panel is installed on glue. It can be used for facing slopes, but it is advisable to finish the rest of the doorway with other materials.
Algorithm of actions:
The structure is left for a while to prevent the elements from moving. After that, the disadvantages are eliminated. If you close them with plastic corners, as is the case with window cladding, you may get a not very attractive effect. It is better to cover these areas with putty. After that, subsequent finishing is allowed. For this, wallpapering or painting is suitable. There are plastic trims that work well with PVC panels, but cutting them is very laborious. To do this, you need to fit the elements at right angles.
It is best to replace PVC with MDF panels. Decorating openings with such material is excellently combined with other products. If it is necessary to veneer structures in this way, you will have to resort to lamination in order to exclude the formation of visible joints.
The use of stucco
Today, stucco molding made of polyurethane has found application. Unlike plaster options, it is lightweight. You can mount it without using additional devices. It is also amenable to subsequent processing: it can be painted in various colors.
There is a special scheme according to which you can refine the doorway with your own hands using the specified material:
Joints appear after facing. They can be hidden with a putty, which is rubbed with sandpaper after drying. A special approach is required for finishing between rooms, because it is necessary to provide for the location of parts on both sides.
Most of all, the enrichment of the doorway with stucco molding is suitable for rooms with high ceilings. If you have to work with small rooms, it is better to think over the position of elements in advance... If you don't pay enough attention to this, the room will be overwhelmed, and the interior will lose its attractiveness.
Fake diamond
The use of artificial stone is a good solution to help create a modern and stylish design. Compared to similar products this option is preferred. This is explained by the fact that it is available in a wide range of decorative designs. For example, clinker tiles can be used, including for facing these structures, but their choice is limited.
The use of decorative stone has a number of advantages. Here are the key benefits of the material:
- excellent appearance, giving solidity to the interior;
- the possibility of combination with other finishing materials;
- the ability to withstand any mechanical stress;
- long service life. Artificial stone is durable, and therefore can retain all its characteristics for decades.
For finishing, it is necessary to choose an artificial stone that is small in size and has a relief surface. Deeper textures will look somewhat cumbersome. The cladding is carried out using various technologies. Most often, laying is done in a way that allows you to equip uneven edges. Today, special elements have been developed that are able to cope with the function of the corner overlay. They are very comfortable and do not require pruning.
How to finish the doorway of an entrance door using decorative stone? The algorithm of actions is as follows:
Using plaster
Now this method has noticeably declined in popularity. Although 10 years ago, this method was considered the most affordable. In fact, plaster is underestimated by many. Although she still has disadvantages. For example, it involves significant labor costs during application, especially if a person has no experience. You can not do without dirt, resorting to plastering surfaces. But it is still difficult to find another composition that would be so ideally combined with other materials.
Algorithm of actions when using plaster:
- Prepare the required amount of the mixture. The solution should be enough to last for half an hour of work.
- The mixture is thrown onto the surface and leveled with a building rule or a wide spatula.
- If necessary, put beacons and guides of the perforated profile.
- If the mortar layer exceeds 1.5 cm, a reinforcing mesh must be installed.
The finished surface must be painted. But it is better if the plaster will act as a starting composition. As a finish, it is desirable to use a textured or decorative putty, it is applied in a specific order. Due to this, a coating with good decorative properties is obtained. Such a doorway can become a real interior decoration.
Arrangement of the arch
The arch transforms the interior. But you can independently equip such a structure only if you have some experience. There are arches that are standard in size. They are ready to install and only require careful installation.
The easiest way to make arches made from drywall. The work is done as follows:
You can use more noble materials to make the arch, but this will require more skill.
Other design methods
It is allowed to use other methods for decorating doorways. They consist in the use of screens or decorative curtains. This method is considered affordable and simple, among other things, it does not require complex work.
Various options are allowed:
- Fabric curtain. They are able to act as an excellent addition to any interior. The composition is placed so that it does not create disharmony with other elements of the interior and is combined with the decoration of the windows.
- Bamboo curtains. If the room is made in an eco-style, this option will come in handy.
- Thread curtains. Such products are used when they want to give a room an unusual look.
Opening equipped with a door
If you have a door leaf, then you can resort to several simple options. The difference lies in the location of such a structure. The simplest and most affordable option can be considered the installation of the box and related components.
The technology is as follows:
Such a simple option is suitable for a situation when you have to deal with not very wide structures.
It is possible to design an opening with a door in a more original way. The curtain wall creates certain difficulties in the design of the opening. Finishing products must be used correctly, otherwise opening the door will be problematic.
You can make the doors open in a sliding way according to the principle of compartment doors. This is an interesting technological solution that requires a careful choice of facing materials. In fact, almost anything can be used for decoration. The main thing is that the used parts do not interfere with the full use of the door in the future.