How to Install an Internal Door as a Wardrobe Door: A Step-by-Step Guide

Key Takeaways

Key Elements of Installing an Internal Door as a Wardrobe Door

• Choosing the Right Door
• Preparing the Door and Wardrobe Frame
• Installing the Hinges and Hardware
• Finishing and Decorative Touches
• Hanging and Aligning the Door

Choosing the Right Door

When selecting an internal door to use as a wardrobe door, consider the style and material that best suits your needs. Solid oak doors are a popular choice for their durability and timeless beauty. Options like the Mexicano Contemporary Solid Oak Door offer a sleek, modern look that can elevate your wardrobe design.

Other styles to consider include:

• Solid Oak Suffolk Door
• Solid Oak Barn Door
• Victorian 4 Panel Solid Oak Door
• Solid Oak Two Panel Door

Preparing the Door and Wardrobe Frame

Before installing the internal door as a wardrobe door, ensure that it fits the wardrobe opening. Measure the opening carefully and adjust the door size if necessary. Use a saw to trim the door to the correct height and width, leaving a small gap around the edges for proper clearance.

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Solid Oak Rustic Barn Door

Next, prepare the wardrobe frame by checking for any irregularities or unevenness. Use a level to ensure the frame is plumb and make any necessary adjustments.

Installing the Hinges and Hardware

With the door and frame prepared, it's time to install the hinges and hardware. Follow these steps:

• Mark the hinge positions on the door and frame, ensuring they are level and evenly spaced.
• Drill pilot holes for the hinge screws to avoid splitting the wood.
• Attach the hinges to the door using screws, making sure they are securely fastened.
• Install the handle and latch on the door, following the manufacturer's instructions.

Door Finishing and Decorative Touches

Before the door is installed, you need to treat your doors with Hardwax oil or paint. First remove all the fitted hardware so that all unfinished surfaces can be treated, then:

• Add decorative elements like moulding or trim to enhance the door's appearance.
• Paint or stain the door to match the wardrobe and room decor.

After you've finished treating the doors, you can reattach all the ironmongery and begin the next steps.

Hanging and Aligning the Door

With the hinges and hardware in place, you can now hang the door in the wardrobe frame:

• Hold the door in the frame and mark the hinge positions on the frame.
• Drill pilot holes in the frame for the hinge screws.
• Attach the door to the frame by securing the hinges with screws.
• Use a level to check the door alignment and make any necessary adjustments by loosening or tightening the hinge screws.
• Install a door stop to prevent the door from swinging too far and damaging the wardrobe interior.

By following these steps and choosing a high-quality internal door, like those offered by UK Oak Doors, you can successfully install an internal door as a wardrobe door, adding both functionality and style to your home.