Internal Doors Buying Guide: Everything You Need to Know

Choosing the right internal doors is essential to enhance your home’s style, functionality, and safety. Our Internal Doors Buying Guide helps you understand the different types of internal doors, the best materials and finishes available in the UK market, and key considerations before making your purchase

Types of Internal Doors

Choosing the right internal door can dramatically improve both the function and aesthetic of your space. Here’s a breakdown of the most popular types available:

Solid Core Internal Doors

Solid core doors are known for their strength, weight, and superior sound insulation. Ideal for bedrooms, home offices, and living areas, they provide a high-quality feel and long-term durability. These doors are perfect if you’re looking for a robust, premium solution that enhances privacy and peace in your home.

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Glazed Internal Doors

Internal glazed doors feature clear or frosted glass panels to let natural light pass between rooms while still offering separation. They’re ideal for hallways, kitchens, or dining areas where brightness is key. Our oak and black glazed door designs offer a contemporary and elegant finish.

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Fire-Rated Internal Doors

Fire doors are designed with safety in mind, offering 30 or 60 minutes of fire resistance. Certified by leading authorities like Q-MARK and Certifire, they’re ideal for kitchens, utility rooms, and areas that require added protection. Our stylish fire-rated doors come in a range of finishes, so safety doesn’t compromise on style.

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Explore our full range of solid core doors, glazed doors, and fire-rated internal doors to find your ideal match.

Materials and Finishes

Choosing the right material and finish influences the look, feel, and longevity of your internal doors:

Popular for its natural grain and durability, oak veneer doors add warmth and timeless elegance to any interior.

For a sleek, customisable finish, painted doors offer endless colour options. Our premium painted doors come prefinished to ensure a flawless surface.

Save time and hassle with doors that arrive ready to hang. Our prefinished black internal doors and wood finishes maintain quality and style with minimal effort.

Each material and finish is designed to complement different decor styles and requirements, ensuring you find the perfect door for your home.

How to Measure for Internal Doors

Accurate measurements are critical to ensure a perfect fit and smooth installation:

  1. Measure the Height and Width of the door frame opening.

  2. Check the Thickness of your current doors; standard thickness is usually 35mm to 44mm.

  3. Consider the Door Frame and any skirting boards or architraves that might affect fit.

  4. For fire doors, always ensure you follow the exact specifications needed for certification.

Need help? Our door measuring guide offers step-by-step instructions for precise results.

Fire Safety Considerations

When safety matters, choose our fire-rated internal doors designed and tested to comply with UK fire safety regulations. Certified by Q-MARK and Certifire, these doors provide:

  • Reliable fire resistance (30-minute or 60-minute ratings)

  • Solid core construction for enhanced protection

  • Peace of mind for homes and commercial properties alike

Explore our range of fire doors that combine safety with style.

Installation and Maintenance Tips

Our internal doors come ready to hang, with trimming allowances to ensure a perfect fit. For easy installation:

  • Follow manufacturer guidelines for fitting and adjusting door frames.

  • Use quality hinges and handles compatible with your door style.

  • Maintain your doors by cleaning regularly with gentle products and avoiding harsh chemicals.

Our installation guide and customer support team are here to assist you every step of the way.


Explore Our Range

At Doorphoria, we offer a wide selection of high-quality internal doors tailored to your needs:

Upgrade your home with the best doors that bring style, durability, and safety to every room.

For more internal door inspiration and style ideas, visit our Instagram page to see our latest door installations and trends.

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