Whether to install a sliding door on the balcony or not is the most difficult point for many people when decorating. Some people think that sliding doors can divide space; others think that sliding doors will block the view. Is it necessary to install doors during renovation? Tod

Whether to install a sliding door on the balcony or not is the most difficult point for many people when decorating.

Some people think that sliding doors can divide space; others think that sliding doors will block the line of sight.

Is it necessary to install doors during decoration? Today, I will tell you about my feelings based on my personal actual experience.

Benefits of installing sliding doors

① Insulation

The balcony is usually an area with sufficient indoor light. In summer, the temperature is very high. With the sliding door blocking, the heat is reduced into the room. The room temperature is not high, and it does not cost electricity to turn on the air conditioner.

② Soundproofing

For houses located near the road or street, closing the balcony door can provide sound insulation to a certain extent and reduce noise pollution.

③ Clear space division

The sliding door divides the living room (bedroom) and balcony into two independent spaces without disturbing each other. If you want to plant flowers and grass on the balcony, it will not affect the indoor environment.

Disadvantages of installing sliding doors

① Reducing space

Installing sliding doors will inevitably occupy a little indoor space and appear visually cramped. Installing a door on the balcony of a small apartment will also affect indoor lighting. On the contrary, the space will appear open after it is opened. light and spacious.

② Increased cost

Compared with not installing a sliding door, the cost of installing a sliding door will definitely be higher.

Advantages of not installing sliding doors

There is a big difference before and after the renovation

① Widen the space

After the balcony is opened, it can be completely integrated into the interior, extending the space and making it visually larger.

② Expanded lighting

Without the obstruction of doors, light can shine directly into the room, which expands the lighting range to a certain extent

③ Reduce unnecessary expenses

As mentioned earlier, the cost of not installing sliding doors is relatively low.

Disadvantages of not installing sliding doors

① General dust

After the balcony is integrated into the room, there is no door as a barrier, and dust and debris fall indoors, increasing the cleaning burden.

② Poor sound insulation and heat insulation

There is no door on the balcony to isolate noise and light, which easily affects daily life and rest.

③ Heavy storage burden

If there is a lot of clutter in daily life, it must be tidied up neatly, otherwise it will pile up clearly on the balcony, making it very messy and affecting the beauty of the interior.

Whether to install sliding doors on the balcony

The two methods have their own merits. Personally, I think it needs to be decided based on the actual situation of the house and personal preferences:

① The house space is limited and the lighting is average. The balcony does not need to be equipped with sliding doors to increase lighting and space;

② If the living environment is quiet and quiet, you don’t need to install sliding doors, just install windows with good insulation effect;

minimalist sliding doors

③ The room has good lighting and sufficient light. It is best to install sliding doors, which will keep the room warm in winter and cool in summer, making the room more comfortable.

Small suggestions:

Install a narrow frame sliding door. The door frame takes up less space, is simple and elegant, and the visual effect is great!

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