Pure solid wood doors VS solid wood composite doors, who is better?

Doors are indispensable for homes. There are many types of doors on the market. Pure solid wood doors, solid wood composite doors, and molded doors are all people’s choices. However, people choose more pure solid wood doors, solid wood composite doors, etc. There are two types, so which one is better between the two? What should you consider when choosing wooden doors for your home?

Pure solid wood door

Pure solid wood door is highly respected by people in the industry. It uses natural logs as the door core , processed through drying, environmentally friendly, soundproof and durable. Pure solid wood doors have high requirements on the production process and require good dehydration and degreasing, otherwise they will easily deform and crack. Therefore, when purchasing pure solid wood doors, you should pay attention to the origin of the wood species, manufacturer strength, brand reputation, paint quality, production process, etc. aspect.

The price of pure solid wood doors varies depending on the wood material and texture. High-end solid wood doors are mostly made of precious wood, such as black walnut, teak, rosewood, etc. There is also a kind of solid wood door on the market. Although the materials are all wooden, it uses solid wood as the skeleton, wood core board and fiber board as the door core, and is covered with high-grade veneer to maintain the style of the solid wood door. The price is relatively low, but once it gets damp , prone to degumming, cracking, and mildew. The production cost of an ordinary solid wood door plus freight and other costs is at least 1,000 yuan. If some stores claim that solid wood doors are sold for only a few hundred yuan, decoration owners should keep their eyes open to identify them carefully.

Solid wood composite door

Composite material doors have various shapes, rich styles and relatively cheap prices. It is more popular among young people who pursue fashion. The door core filling of the solid wood composite door is pure solid wood, but it is usually non-precious tree species such as pine or fir. The surface base material is medium density fiberboard or perforated particleboard, and the surface is veneered, which is made by high-temperature hot pressing.It is finished and sealed with solid wood lines.

When purchasing solid wood composite doors, you should be wary that some products are not water-resistant because the glue and wood used are not handled properly, and the formaldehyde content exceeds the standard, which is easy to cause pollution. Therefore, when purchasing, pay special attention to distinguishing the quality of the paint, and It is recommended to ask the salesperson about the brand and specifications of the glue. In addition, the sound insulation effect of high-density boards for core boards is poor, while fir, that is, thick core boards, is better for core boards. Generally, this kind of material is not suitable for use in places with heavy humidity. The door frame often deforms, and the lower half of the door leaf becomes discolored and peeled.

Whether it is a pure solid wood door or a solid wood composite door, each has its own merits. It is hard to tell which one is better. The actual situation of everyone\’s home is different, and the one that suits you is the best. However, in our real life, the door is opened very frequently. Some professionals said that when purchasing, you need to first consider the quality and durability; secondly, if you choose a bedroom door, you must consider the sound insulation effect; in addition, choose Wooden doors also need to consider the overall style of home decoration, paying attention to coordination and decorative effects.

[Editor’s comment] There are many choices for wooden doors, and there are many issues to consider in design, but the editor still prefers solid wood composite doors, which have many styles and affordable prices, and are more suitable for the style of our young people.