Style & materials 09/12/2024
Sliding doors: selection guide for every need
Flush sliding doors are designed to integrate perfectly with the wall, without visible frames. The main feature lies in the counterframe, a structure that, through various devices on both the side uprights and the upper cross-piece, allows for a perfect flush and consequent flatness with the wall. This minimalist design creates an effect of continuity, elegant and clean, ideal for modern environments.
The counterframe: what lies behind a sliding door
Absolute Evo- flush sliding door (visible frame)
Flush sliding doors represent an architectural solution that combines modern design and efficiency, optimising space and aesthetically enhancing any room. They create an effect of continuity and clean lines, much appreciated in contemporary interiors.
The heart of this technology is the counterframe: a structure that acts as a ‘skeleton’ and allows the door to slide silently inside the wall. For over thirty years, Ermetika has excelled in the production of sturdy aluminium counterframes, designed for durability. Installed directly into the masonry, these counterframes allow the door to disappear, improving the use of spaces and giving a touch of minimalist elegance.
Ermetika counterframes adapt perfectly to both plaster and plasterboard walls, offering design versatility to suit any construction context. This makes it possible to respond flexibly to different architectural requirements, while keeping aesthetics and functionality intact.
For those interested in making a conscious and well-informed choice, a complete technical guide is available that provides details on installation, maintenance and technical characteristics of Ermetika counterframes. Learn more about how our solutions can transform your space and let us guide you in choosing the perfect sliding door counterframe.
Materials and finishes of sliding doors
Absolute Evo - flush sliding door with glass panel
One of the most attractive aspects of sliding doors is the variety of materials and finishes available, allowing the door to be customised to suit the style of the room and specific needs. Common materials include.
- Wood: Wood remains a classic material, loved for its versatility and ability to adapt to any type of décor. Wood finishes range from natural, which enhances the grain of the material, to lacquered or painted treatments in various colours. A wooden door is ideal for those looking for a warm and welcoming solution, perfect for homes with traditional or rustic styles, but also for contemporary environments when combined with modern details.
- Glass: Glass is a preferred material for those who wish to create visual continuity between spaces without sacrificing the functionality of the separation. The finishes of a concealed glass sliding door can be completely transparent for a light and airy division, or opaque for more privacy. There are also decorated or coloured versions, which allow the sliding door to be integrated as a design element. Glass doors are particularly suitable for modern and minimalist environments, and Ermetika with specific kits allows these doors to be adapted to its counterframes.
Echo Door - flush sliding door with ash finish
- Laminate: Laminate is a moisture-resistant, easy-care and environmentally friendly choice. Laminate interior doors are suitable for any room in the home, as well as for commercial areas. To meet the most diverse stylistic requirements, Ermetika has designed the Echo Doors: in wood-effect laminate. Designed for both sliding and hinged doors, and thanks to the different finishes available, these doors are the ideal choice for numerous design styles.
Advantages of sliding doors
The advantages of sliding doors are many:
- Space optimisation: one of the main reasons why sliding doors are chosen is their space-saving capacity. Since they do not require an opening area like hinged doors, they are ideal for small rooms or rooms where every inch counts. This makes them perfect for small flats, bathrooms, wardrobes or offices. Ermetika's Absolute Evo flush sliding door embodies all these characteristics, whether for plasterboard or plasterboard.
- Aesthetics and design: sliding doors are not only functional, they also add an aesthetic touch that can transform a room. The possibility of choosing between various materials and finishes allows the door to be customised to the desired style, integrating it as a true design element.
- Versatility: whether separating the living area from the kitchen, creating a walk-in wardrobe or closing off an office, sliding doors easily adapt to any requirement. Their flexibility makes them suitable for both residential and commercial spaces, offering a multitude of solutions. Double leaf solutions are particularly suitable for large spaces, more details here Flush sliding door to separate rooms.
- Accessibility: sliding doors are easy to handle, making them suitable even for people with reduced mobility. The lack of a threshold to cross makes them practical for those who use wheelchairs or have difficulty moving around. Ermetika in this regard proposes the motorised variant of the flush-to-wall sliding door: The Absolute Evo Motorised, capable of opening with a slight push and closing automatically, without encumbrances or obstacles.
- Brightness: sliding glass doors are perfect for keeping natural light inside rooms. They are ideal for dividing rooms without losing the feeling of spaciousness, making rooms more airy and cosy.
Installation and maintenance of sliding doors
As far as maintenance is concerned, sliding doors require little attention. It is important to keep the tracks on which the door slides clean to prevent dust or debris from impairing operation. Glass doors must be cleaned regularly to avoid stains or halos, while laminate doors can be treated with a simple mild soap and warm water.
In conclusion, sliding doors offer an elegant, versatile and functional solution for any type of environment. Their ability to optimise space and the possibility of customisation make them an ideal choice for those seeking not only practicality, but also a distinctive style. Different materials and different styles guarantee a range of products from a more classic to a more contemporary style, always with the security of a high-performance and durable counterframe guaranteed by Ermetika.