The Different Types of Doors for Inside Your Home

Here is an interior design secret: it’s all in the details. Professional designers know how to set their spaces apart from the average decorator. Putting thought into things that other people overlook is how they create design magic.

When was the last time you looked at the doors inside your home? Have you considered what they bring to the design? Interior doors aren’t only functional; they’re a way to add a unique and stylish detail to your space.

You may be thinking that a door is a door; what’s the difference? But there are many types of doors you can choose for your home. It’s up to you to decide what style you like the best. Do you want a prehung door vs slab? Do you prefer barn doors over Avalon? Here is a guide to a few of the most popular door styles to help you find what fits you best.

 

Panel Doors

Panel doors are the most traditional type of interior door. Rather than a flat surface, these doors feature raised or recessed panels. Most doors will have two to six panels on both sides.

These styles of doors are loved because of their simplicity. The simple details allow them to fit with most interior styles. Panel doors are also easy to customize with paint, making renovations a breeze.

Below are four popular panel door styles.

 

 

1. Atherton Doors

Atherton doors have four raised panels—two on the top and two on the bottom. This door style combines the clean lines of modern design with traditional panels.

Their simplicity looks great in nearly every home. And because they’re highly customizable when it comes to color, you’ll have no trouble finding the perfect door for your home.

As one of the most popular designs for interior doors, the Atherton style is easy to find at most home improvement stores and door manufacturers.

Choose Atherton doors for bedrooms, bathrooms, and closets.

 

 

 

2. Princeton Doors

Add a touch of elegance to your home with a Princeton door. The Princeton door has two panels stacked on top of each other. The top panel features a cathedral arch that adds subtle, sophisticated detail.

This style will stand out without stealing too much attention from the overall design. If you like to make a statement with your home design, Princeton doors also look great as double doors.

Princeton doors are also common at home improvement stores and door manufacturers.

Bedrooms, bathrooms, and closets will look great with a Princeton door. Home offices will also look great with this door style.

 

 

3. Continental Doors

Similar to Princeton doors, Continental doors feature two panels vertically stacked. The top panel of the Continental door is slightly larger than the lower panel. The top panel also features an arch, but Continental doors have a smoother curve than the Princeton style.

Continental doors add elegance with the soft curve but with a slightly modern touch. The clean lines and arch add a modern element to a traditional-style door.

This style is popular, so you’ll have no problem finding them in-store and online.

Use single doors for bedrooms, bathrooms, and closets. Double doors will look great leading into dens and dining rooms.

 

 

4. Cambridge Doors

Simple, clean, and elegant, Cambridge doors are home staples. The Cambridge style has two raised panels vertically stacked. Both panels are simple rectangles, with the top panel slightly larger.

The Cambridge style isn’t flashy, and some may think it’s too simple. But it’s one of the best interior doors because it will fit well in any design. The simplicity also lends itself well to color, so don’t be afraid to try a bright shade.

You can find them at large hardware stores, door specialists, and online. The simplicity allows you to use these doors anywhere in your home.

 

5. Avalon Doors

With three panels, the Avalon door is one of the most unique panel-style doors. The three panels are all different sizes, with the top panel being the largest. The middle panel is the smallest, and the bottom panel is medium-sized.

The Avalon style features a more modern design, so it’ll pair well with homes with other cleans lines. These doors can also look very chic when painted. Try a matte black or stormy grey for a sleek look.

Because they’re popular in modern doors, you’ll have no problem finding the Avalon in-store and online. Use these doors throughout the home in the bathroom, bedroom, closets, kitchens, and offices.

Barn Doors

Barn doors inside the home are a newer interior design trend, becoming popular in the last couple of years. They first rose to popularity in country and farmhouse-styled designs. But recently have transitioned to more modern styles as well.

Barn door hardware is installed above the doorframe. There is a wall-mounted track and a sliding system that attaches to the door to allow it to glide open and close.

The hardware comes in many finishes, with the most popular being black. But you can also find it in silver and gold finishes. Barn doors can come in various sizes and can be single- or double-hung.

These doors are a statement piece, so choosing where to place one can feel like a big decision. Many people like to use them as an entrance to their bedroom or bathroom.

But they don’t always offer privacy and can allow noise to slip through. With that in mind, a barn door would be great for living rooms, dining rooms, and kitchen pantries.

 

 

Pocket Doors

Pocket doors are unique and traditional, adding a bit of sophistication to any space. The hardware for these doors is hidden in recesses inside the walls. These recesses allow the door to slide in and out of the wall.

Pocket door installation is not a complicated process but can require modification to existing walls. These doors also require special hardware, which you can easily purchase at a home improvement store.

Because they don’t open outward, they’re a space-saving solution. So pocket doors are ideal for small homes, apartments, or tight spaces like closets. Depending on the fabrication, they may not always offer the most privacy for bedrooms and bathrooms.

But they can create a grand feature, especially with a double design. Double pocket doors will look great as entrances to living rooms, dining rooms, and offices.

 

 

Know the Types of Doors for Inside Your Home

Whether you’re building a custom home or doing an interior remodel, remember that it’s all in the details. You don’t always need an interior designer; you need to think like one.

Being mindful of the details you choose can go a long way in creating a cohesive look for your home. What may seem like a mundane aspect of your home could be a statement piece.

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