We make both constructions in each of the three variants. The choice changes how the closed door looks and how it works day to day.
Rebated
The leaf sits slightly proud of the door lining. The rebate, also called a lip, overlaps the lining and hides the lock and the gap. The hinges remain visible.
- ✓Simple construction
- ✓Easy installation and hinge adjustment
- ✓Good acoustic properties
- ✓High durability
Flush-fitting
The leaf sits directly in the door lining, and the edge of the closed door is flush with it. The hinges stay concealed; models with visible hinges are also available.
- ✓Less risk of trapped fingers
- ✓A wider clear opening
- ✓Wheelchair access
- ✓Easier to keep clean
Sliding
We also make every model in the catalogue as a sliding door.
- ✓Suits rooms with an unusual layout
- ✓A solid leaf that does not need wedging when there is a draught
- ✓Less risk of slamming
- ✓A lock or bolt can be fitted if needed
When choosing flush-fitting doors: production requires different technology, so the price is higher than for rebated doors. The hinges need precise adjustment, and changing the door type in an existing opening means replacing the door lining.
Rebated doors – which interiors they suit
Rebated doors are still the most popular type of door, common in housing and beyond. The rebate conceals the lock and the gap at the door lining, so the whole construction looks visually lighter. They are also valued for their versatile, timeless character.
Because of their classic look, rebated doors are intended above all for traditionally furnished interiors, such as Provençal, romantic or retro style. Today, however, thanks to the wide choice of models, rebated doors also suit modern interiors.
We particularly recommend rebated doors for small rooms that are rarely closed. Thanks to the concealed lock, the open door leaf always looks neat.
What to look for when choosing rebated doors
The most important parameter to know before buying a door is its size. To choose a model with the right dimensions, the width and height of the wall opening must be measured accurately. Next, it is worth thinking about the design and colour of the door so that it matches the interior. Rebated doors look excellent combined with glazing bars and decorative details.
Flush-fitting doors – advantages
Flush-fitting (non-rebated) doors are regarded as a modern construction. Because the whole leaf sits within the lining, it forms a single composition with it and also hides the hinges. This also makes flush-fitting doors look more substantial than traditionally built doors, so they can be used in many interiors. Although they are not the most common type of door, they are winning more and more fans, thanks to their versatile design and the use of a magnetic lock.
Flush-fitting doors are widely considered the best choice when there are small children or pets at home. In this type of construction, the way the leaf closes minimises the risk of trapped fingers. Another advantage of the single-plane layout is that the free floor area around the door looks larger. Flush-fitting doors allow a larger door opening, so the room feels more spacious and more light reaches it. Contrary to popular belief, non-rebated doors are just as durable as other types of door.
Flush-fitting doors are also easier to keep clean: with no rebate, there is nowhere for dirt to collect. If the leaf ever needs replacing, the cost of the repair is considerably lower than with rebated doors.
They are also an excellent solution for people with disabilities. The frameless construction makes it easier for wheelchair users to pass through and lets them move freely around the home.
Where flush-fitting doors are most often fitted
Flush-fitting internal doors are usually used in narrow rooms, because they look as if they were built into the wall. They also work well in tight hallways. Flush-fitting doors are chosen above all by people who want to furnish their home or office in a modern, industrial or minimalist style. That does not mean, however, that flush-fitting doors look out of place in other interiors.
