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Introduction

Flush doors are one of the rising door types commonly used in all types of buildings and apartments both as main doors and internal doors. These types of doors are used for residential buildings, institution buildings (schools and offices) and in some shops and restaurants. This is because of the ease of installation and appealing appearance. However, more about the advantages and disadvantages of flush doors are discussed below.

Advantages of Flush Doors

There are so many benefits of using flush doors over regular ones. They have many other qualities that make them far superior to normal doors. The advantages of such doors are as follows: –

  1. This door has a pleasing appearance.
  2. They are easily usable and time-saving during construction work. It just needs to be fixed to the wall opening.
  3. They are durable and humid environments cannot affect them.
  4. These doors are rigid, and impact resistant due to which possess high strength.
  5. Flush doors are economical as compared to other types of doors, particularly panel doors.
  6. Their designs are very simple so they are inexpensive and readily available in the market.
  7. These doors never warp over time as they are made from rectangular blocks of soft wood on the inside.
  8. These doors can be used in both interior and exterior areas.
  9. It is easy to clean and is also known for being stain-resistant.
  10. It is also resistant to scratches and crashes.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Flush Doors
Advantages of Flush Door

Disadvantages of Flush Doors

  1. They come in fixed sizes as they are manufactured in the industries. Alteration in the size can damage the appearance and door itself.
  2. These types of doors cannot be used in constant exposure to the sun and humidity. This is because the laminated part gets damaged.
  3. It is difficult to repair the upper part, wood veneer, laminate or plywood begins to disintegrate due to changes in temperature, humidity, etc.
  4. Solid core flush doors are heavy and difficult to handle.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Flush Doors
disadvantages of flush door

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Er. Dendup Lhamo

Er. Dendup Lhamo is currently working as a Executive Engineer in Thimphu City Corporation. She has been currently assigned in the Designing and Planning Section for construction projects under Infrastructure Development Division. She has a working experience for more than 10 years in Road and Bridge Section in Engineering Division.

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