Sliding Closet Door Hardware For Innovative Designs

Sliding closet doors were invented to help create the most space possible with closets. They slide on a smooth surface track system, which is easily installed and maintained. When these doors were first invented, they proved to be very expensive for homeowners however; this has changed and become more affordable for the average homeowner.

Sliding doors come in various styles and materials, which prove that homeowners can have style and creativity in their home minus the high cost of redecorating fees. Closets are now featured elements in homes, which provide beautiful, space efficient focal points to any room within the home. Sliding closet door hardware can be added to further transform the looks. With a variety of materials such as wood, glass, mirrored knobs and handles, the choices are nearly endless.

Sliding closet doors are not only utilized for closets. These types of doors can be utilized for separating rooms, hiding things within a room and improving the look of a room where the contents cannot be easily organized.

Businesses use sliding doors to divide conference rooms and work areas, which maximize the utilization of spaces by creating dedicated work areas. Ad some unique sliding door closet hardware with interior doors and not only will you have an attractive division of areas but can also include configurations for soundproofing and other customization needs. This enhances the work areas usefulness and allows workers to concentrate on their jobs when performing important business matters.

Sliding closet doors add elegance and style to the home as well. If you want more space while adding some flair to a room, these doors are precisely the next purchase one should make. The doors are affordable, beautiful and easily installed.

Adding individual hardware can enhance the look of the doors in your home or business. These doors are great for the bedroom and a very practical way to inexpensively create a fresh look to the space without a lot of fuss and expense. The hardware is easy to install and makes a great “do it yourself” project.

There are many sources for comparing hardware to suit your needs, from furniture and department stores and especially online, where the choices are endless. Closet hardware comes in various materials such as wood and metal. The wood or metal bypass door hardware is primarily used on particular doors that have only a single bypass. There is also hardware for pocket doors that is popularly used on closet doors that have knobs. Replacing these with glass knobs or modern pulls can transform your closet doors in an instant.

Sliding room dividers are also great accessories for separating rooms within the home. The divider doors come with sturdy rolling tracks to keep them secure and in place. Sliding room dividers can be inexpensively designed for your particular needs. The hardware for these doors are easily accessorized which is why it is easy to add class to any room without ripping out walls and hiring expensive contractors.

Room dividers are easily customized with various wood, metal, and glass materials and designs features.

Sliding closet door hardware is being utilized in numerous homes worldwide to provide a touch of elegance. Whether it’s a sliding closet door with a mirror or a traditional sliding room divider in beautiful wood stain, there is probably a design that fits your need.

Don’t Forget About the Closet Hardware

Closet hardware may be an afterthought when considering an upgrade to your storage systems, but it does impact structural strength as well as add a touch of class if done right. The poles, handles, shelf pins and drawer slides all can impact the look and cost. Here are a few things to consider when discussing your options with a custom storage system expert:

Color

Most storage system providers will offer a few basic colors. Most likely, they will offer up a polished or matte silver as that is by far the most popular. Brass and a dark brown with the industry name of “oil rubbed bronze” are also popular choices. Of course, you can ask them to source handles to match the style of the nearby room’s cabinets or furniture. If you have a child’s room needing bright colors, there are plastic covers for underlying steel that may tie the rest of the room together.

Materials

All modernized storage systems use metal poles of some sorts. They may be steel, plastic coated steel, chrome-plated steel or my favorite, aluminum. Generally the handles and shelf pins will be a matching material to coordinate the look. The aluminum poles are wider (1 5/16″) and have far less weight while carrying as much or more clothing. I would avoid any support material made of plastic as time will take its toll.

Finish

Polished, matte or oil rubbed bronze are your choices for the most part. We use matte finish unless requested as it does not scuff or show any inadvertent scratches. It is rare that any component would show any wear and tear, but matte finish provides a bit more protection. Some inlaid pulls have wide color variations, so make sure it matches the rest of the hardware.

Size

Chrome poles usually are an inch in diameter while aluminum usually is 1 5/16″. The handles range from a minimum of 3″ (to accommodate your hand width) on up to 18″ for the refrigerator look. There is no right or wrong on size. Just insure the handle’s screw separation is no larger than the face you try to attach it to. Consult with your storage professional on the allowable widths for your design.

Style

There are literally tens of thousands different styles of handles, shapes and themes to compliment any whim. I’ve seen starfish, Star Wars and Broadway star samples, so don’t let your imagination limit what you’d like the end result to look like. Hafele, SIRO Design and Keeler are all reputable and have a wide variety to choose from.

If you plan to provide a specialty handle, such as bamboo or oversized lengths, confirm your design can accommodate them and installers have the right tools. Closet Tailors has all of the experience needed to make your closet as personal, so contact them or other storage system professional in your area!

Chuck Hugan