Different ways replacing interior doors can add value to a home

If you’ve suddenly noticed your interior doors are starting to look a little worse for wear, there’s no better time than the present to investigate replacements. While you’d be forgiven for thinking a like-for-like swap will do, you might be surprised to find that new doors can add a lot of value to your home in more ways than one.

Interior door design has come a long way in recent years with a huge range of styles to consider. This includes different colours, materials, textures, panelling, hardware and more. Replacing doors opens up endless possibilities for design which can be really exciting. You might simply want to match your new doors with your current decor and styling. You can even choose to match all the interior doors in your house for a cohesive approach. Alternatively, you might want to go for something completely different, taking the opportunity to make a real statement. Whatever option you go with, you’ll find your space quickly elevated with a fresh and modern look.

Believe it or not, interior doors can also enhance the kerb appeal and attractiveness of your home. That includes those that are visible from the outside, like doors leading to a patio or deck or those that can be seen through the windows of a home. Most people don't consider this, making it a real opportunity to be seized. It can change the way you look at your doors quite considerably and is a smart thing to think about, especially if you’re going to be selling your home anytime soon.

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Safety and security are of utmost importance when it comes to any type of door and new interior doors include great design features and innovations around this. New doors have higher-grade locks (including digital door locks) and hardware that are more robust and secure. Solid core doors, compared to hollow core doors, are also much more robust. Many also have significantly upgraded fireproofing and fire-resistant properties which is especially important for rooms near kitchens and other areas where fire containment is important like corridors, hallways and stairwells. Overall, they ensure a safer home and provide peace of mind that you’ll have a greater degree of protection in the unlikely event of something untoward.

Another way internal doors can add value to a home is through energy efficiency. Modern doors have been developed with this very much in mind including additions like better weatherstripping, reducing the gaps around doors and door frames to prevent drafts and air leakages. They are also constructed with insulated cores to limit heat transfer between rooms. Others have solid cores that also act as a barrier that reduces heat loss or gain between rooms. With new interior doors like this installed, you’ll have lower energy bills and a warmer, cosier home to enjoy. This is fast becoming a huge selling point too.

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The qualities that produce more energy-efficient doors as described above also help with the soundproofing of a home. Old doors with hollow cores have never been very good at dampening noise between rooms but a solid door is much more effective at this. This is especially good for rooms where noise isolation and privacy are desired like bedrooms, offices and media rooms. For large households, this aspect has even more appeal and will help maintain a peaceful and happy home.

When you replace interior doors with new doors you can dramatically improve the functionality of your home by choosing ones that are easier to open and close, less noisy, better insulated etc. You can also add new functionality altogether by changing the type of door, for example, from a hinged door to a cavity sliding door or pocket door which are great space-saving solutions. Alternatively, you may want to consider a switch to something like French doors, giving you a more open sense of space between rooms. You’ll also find a plethora of other new features like smart locks, automatic doors with sensors, ergonomically designed door handles and more.

The styling opportunities that present themselves when replacing your doors have already been touched on but the level of customisation you can do can’t be stressed enough. The range of options is huge and you can find very specific solutions, based on your home’s architectural style incorporating a great deal of customisation through different elements and detailing. Door hardware is one such example with new finishes emerging all the time. Choices like antique bronze and matte black were scarcely seen a few years ago but are now far more common. Likewise, customised panelling is much more common to complement raised and recessed panelling styles that have otherwise been the norm. Again it’s the opportunity to inject some personality and character into your home for a more inviting and welcoming atmosphere.

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As you can tell from our glowing write-up, we firmly believe that replacing interior doors adds value to a home, especially when you choose a high-quality one. From the aesthetics and styling to safety, security, noise control and more you’ll reap countless benefits as soon as they are installed. On top of this, they’ll easily give you a return on investment with potential buyers should you plan to sell your home in the future.

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