Doors from the massif of an alder: pluses and minuses

Making repairs in an apartment or house, we always try to do it in the best possible way. We select the best and most high-quality materials for decoration. We study the options for interior design. We try to find the best quality furniture that meets our needs for appearance and design. Not the last place during the repair is the question of the choice of doors. Further, the article will consider the features of products from alder, options for their operation and methods of care for such products.

Having paid enough attention to the choice of doors and having studied their assortment, everyone can choose for himself models corresponding to personal requests and wealth.

In recent years, models made of PVC and metal have been actively gaining popularity.Sometimes, in order to give the door constructions made of artificial materials a natural look, manufacturers use natural veneer as an outer lining.

However, products made entirely from natural materials are also popular and in great demand. Thanks to modern production technologies, which allow to harden and improve the quality of wooden structures, wood models are often almost as good as artificial doors.

Doors are made of such wood as oak, ash, alder, hornbeam, maple, walnut, pine. Each type of wood has different properties and features. Undoubtedly, a conscientious manufacturer seeks to improve these properties. It should be understood that the nut will never compare with the strength of the oak. And, for example, the maple will not be able to have the water resistance of alder or hornbeam.

Depending on the rarity of the wood species, its properties, the complexity of its processing, the cost of the finished product varies widely.From budget models available to low-income buyers, to products at very high, almost royal prices.

The most expensive are the models of oak and hornbeam. This is a very strong breed of wood, products from them are difficult to process. Of the oak is often made entrance doors. They are very solid and reliable, the exterior design gives the product a rich look.

The cheapest are the doors of pine and walnut. These materials are well suited for interior doors. They are light, do not require specific complex care. Production technology allows you to make them quite durable and beautiful in appearance.

Doors from the massif of an alder have an average price category. Depending on the thickness of the leaf, alder doors can be both entrance and interior. Products have not too much weight, beautifully and gracefully look, thanks to features of wood fiber of this breed.

To begin, let us turn to the process of production of door structures made of wood, in particular, from alder wood. As mentioned above, the quality of the finished product depends on the quality of wood processing and the manufacturer’s compliance with the work standards.

Doors of wood can be made in two ways.The first option is to process a single piece of wood. The second option is just an array of wood species. Solid wood is glued together a plate of wood. This product design is much stronger than that made from solid wood.

At the first stage, the material is prepared. Much attention is paid to the original quality of wood, which depends on the age of the tree and growing conditions. The tree is well dried. Wood plates are treated with special compounds that increase the anti-corrosion properties of the product. The finished door undergoes the process of grinding and coating with several layers of varnish.

Choosing doors from alder or other breeds, pay attention to the manufacturer. The leader in quality and range at the moment is Belarus. Among Russian manufacturers there are also a lot of those who have positive reviews about their products.

Like many other natural or artificial, doors made of solid alder have both advantages and disadvantages. First, the advantages of door structures made of alder wood:

• High strength and moisture resistance. This tree species often grows in swampy areas, but it does not rot and decay. Most of the piles on the streets of Venice were made of alder and remained strong for many years, despite constant contact with water. Doors from the massif of an alder are not warped, do not crack, perfectly tolerate temperature and humidity drops. They are not exposed to direct sunlight. Due to this, warmed models with a thicker canvas may well serve as entrance doors.
• Beautiful and stylish appearance. Alder wood looks very beautiful even without finishing. This breed has elongated fibers that can change shade over its length. This quality makes wood linen look like marble. The noble red shade of the door leaf makes such a product a real interior decoration. If you include stained-glass windows in the finish of the alder door, the product will acquire a Gothic strict style.

• Alder wood, like any natural material, very eco-friendly. And the alder, among other things, since ancient times is known for its healing properties and positive soothing energy. Doors from alder will bring a pleasant cosiness and a warm atmosphere to the house.
• The durability of the door leaf. With the observance of the rules of operation and the absence of strong damaging effects, products made of alder can serve for more than thirty years and please more than one generation in your family. Doors made from natural linen are easy to repair and restore in case of damage.

It must be admitted that against the background of the obvious advantages and advantages of this material, its drawbacks are very insignificant. However, not to mention them at all would be wrong. The negative sides of the doors of alder include:

• Alder leaf several capricious in the care. It does not tolerate abrasives. The door leaf should be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth or with the help of gentle compounds. This rule will have to remember and comply with it during operation of the product. Otherwise, you can cause significant damage to the appearance of woody linen.
• Alder's second weakness is her unstable to constant or very long high temperatures. It was mentioned above that this material transfers temperature variations, but it is destructive to stay near a hot radiator or other device that gives a strong heat flow.

At the end of the article we will pay attention to the rules of care for doors made of alder wood:

• Before installing the door leaf, you must hold it indoors for about two days. So the tree will adapt to the characteristics of the temperature and humidity of the room. After that, you can carry out a canopy structure.
• Do not install alder doors next to the heating system and other appliances that constantly emit a lot of heat.
• It is desirable at least once a year to process the door leaf with a special polish. This will prevent the formation of cracks and help stop the development of existing surface microdamages.

• Use a soft, damp cloth or dry wipes to clean the door. In no case do not allow the contact of natural material with abrasive or chemical cleaning agents.
• Once every 3-4 years, it is necessary to process wood leaf with special compositions for protection against insects. Such compositions can be purchased at furniture stores or household goods.
• To preserve the beautiful appearance of the lacquer surface and prevent its tarnishing, it is necessary to wipe the door leaf with a weak solution of alcohol once a month. The most optimal for use is a ten percent alcohol solution.
• After cleaning the surface of the product with a damp cloth, wipe the surface thoroughly with a dry cloth. This will reduce the amount of dust settling on the lacquer surface, thereby preventing its turbidity.

Review the interior door from the array of alder, see the following video.