Kitchen doors – what should you know before buying? Which kitchen door should I choose? 

There are many possibilities, and the choice is determined primarily by the available space, the kitchen design and the expectations of the householder regarding both the appearance of the door and its effectiveness in dampening sounds and odours. When choosing the right model, it is worth bearing in mind a few practical considerations. 

A demanding kitchen, or the specific conditions of this room 

In the past, flat designs mainly included enclosed kitchens, whereas in new construction, flats are more often being designed so that the kitchen takes the form of an annex that connects to the living room. Some of these designs allow the kitchen to be separated by a door, others require the addition of walls if the occupants want a separate room. Many people choose this solution for practical and social reasons. As the popular slogan goes: the best parties and gatherings are in the kitchen. This room is the heart of the home and is where household members and guests instinctively gather. Many people like to have long conversations there, work and do the ‘press’ over their morning coffee. 

Unlike other parts of the home, the kitchen has slightly different conditions: higher temperatures (during cooking and baking), more humid air, fat particles regularly float in the air, and a variety of smells come out of the room. This aspect makes the door a very convenient solution – it can be closed at critical moments so that the intense aroma does not waft through the house and the kitchen chaos is not visible. 

Good kitchen doors: technical tips  

For a kitchen door to last for years, it should be able to withstand the conditions there. It is best to choose a lightweight and moisture-resistant door leaf that will operate quietly. It is worth ensuring that the door opening is at least 80 cm wide. It is advisable to ensure that the door opening is at least 80 cm wide (this makes it easier to pass other household members and carry shopping in every day) and that the door to the kitchen is fitted with a ventilation system (e.g. an undercut). Do not install a threshold in the door – there is a good chance that the occupants will trip over it regularly. It is also necessary to analyse which way the door leaf should open. The most convenient would be inwards, to the wall where there is no furniture or kitchen appliances, so as not to take up space in the adjoining room. And if both walls in the kitchen are utilised, you need to consider whether opening outwards will be clash-free or choose a different type of door. 

What type of door to choose for the kitchen?  

Door manufacturers cater to different needs and possibilities, so there are several solutions available on the market. Depending on how the kitchen is arranged, how much space there is in the adjoining rooms and the preferences of the occupants, you can choose traditional, sliding, folding or bifold doors. 

Solid or glazed hinged kitchen doors?  

If you have enough space in the kitchen or in the adjoining room, it’s worth opting for traditional hinged doors – they are best at preventing the spread of odours and are good at keeping out sounds inside the kitchen, which can be important if, for example, one person wants to listen to music while the rest of the household is asleep. A full sash is a good choice when you want to completely separate the kitchen from the rest of the house and the room itself is bright enough. However, if you need to let in more light, a glass door is a good option – it’s also a way to optically enlarge a small kitchen. 

Within the solid models, look out for the brown Ansedonia 12 door with its grain pattern and transverse elements that add lightness to the leaf, as well as the simple in form white Nemezja 8 leaf painted with a resistant lacquer and Baldur 8 with a modern look. Miskant 4 has symmetrical glazing that provides both light and kitchen intimacy. Another interesting option is Lawenda 1 in light wood colour and with a large glazed area, as well as the Nemezja 9 door with neat vertical and horizontal glazing. An unusual idea is a glass door for the kitchen – if such a variant would look best in your flat and you dream of a glass door leaf, we recommend the Graf 61 tempered glass model with a classic geometric pattern.

Folding and bifold kitchen doors  

Folding kitchen doors are another option. They save valuable space, but in everyday use frequent manoeuvring can be a bit cumbersome. A more convenient solution is the folding door, which, incidentally, provides more effective sound and odour insulation. In the material we have prepared, you will find characteristics of folding doors. 

What colour should you choose for your kitchen door?  

If the design of this room is classic and there are stylistic accents in brown in both the kitchen and its surroundings, opt for a traditional door in this colour. The warm shade of wood evokes a pleasant and cosy feeling, which takes on a deeper dimension in the kitchen. This is the case with Altamura 1 (straight solid doors), Menton 5 with four glass windows and Lorient 7 with its interesting asymmetrical glazing. On the other hand, white doors are most suitable for modern and minimalist kitchens – look out for the unconventional design proposal Turan 6, which tastefully follows the lines of the cabinets and other furniture.