Interior Doors Made from Solid Wood Species

Solid wood doors are unique products. They are used in a wide variety of applications. They are well-suited for both private residences and public buildings. Such doors are classified by the type of wood species used.

They are divided into several types: hardwood, softwood, and mixed. Some interior wooden doors are even made from materials based on cellulose, such as chipboard (particleboard) and MDF.

Popular wood species used for manufacturing doors include beech, oak, maple, and mahogany. These types of wood are very durable and have high aesthetic appeal. Among softwoods, pine is considered the best for door construction. It is the most affordable wood species for this purpose.

Pine doors are significantly lighter than hardwood doors. Yet, in many characteristics, they closely resemble natural hardwood textures. However, pine is soft and hygroscopic, and it tends to deform after moisture exposure followed by drying. This is its main disadvantage. For this reason, manufacturers often produce doors using mixed materials, such as pine combined with chipboard. These hybrid door models are often finished with natural wood veneer — veneered wooden doors made of hardwood species.

Pressed wood doors made from cellulose-based materials have the unique quality of never deforming. Though they are more sensitive to external influences, veneered doors make a better visual impression than mixed-material ones. MDF or chipboard is also used for creating door frames. These materials do not swell or crack over time. With proper use, such structures maintain their original appearance for a long time. Door frames are typically veneered in the same style as the doors themselves.

The installation of solid wood doors does not differ from installing doors made of composite materials, meaning you can install them yourself. The main thing to consider is that these doors are heavier.