New glass door in old frame

Measure the Height: Measure the folding rule from the top of the floor to the top of the lintel.
Measure Width: Measure the Width of the doorway in at least three places. At the very top of the doorway, in the middle and at the very bottom of the floor. If the measurements are different, the width is determined by the smallest measurement. Before measuring, you can also hold a spirit level, left and right, to the doorway.

As a rule, the dimensions correspond to the usual DIN norms and you can choose your new glass door suitably and without any problems. In the case of special sizes of the door width, special designs must be installed. Glass doors as custom-made products, are cheaper than you might think. The glass door can be inserted into an existing wooden frame. If you are bothered by the material mix of wood and glass, you can also replace it with a steel or aluminum frame at a later date. Whether the existing frame is suitable for the new glass door also depends on the nn existing hinges. Depending on where they are placed on the door frame, they may fit the new glass door or they may need to be repositioned. High quality door frames are important in either case to be able to support the weight of the glass door in the long run. Glass door hinges are divided into two different categories. There are Office and Studio hinges for glass doors. Office hinges are usually a little more stable and are installed in rooms where the door is often used. Studio hinges are usually used in living rooms.

A glass door brings daylight deep into your home - and gives even dark corridors or rooms more space and lightness. Whether completely transparent or with a satin finish, it's impressive how much brightness they can provide without completely sacrificing privacy. It is particularly clever to combine glass doors with slightly tinted or lasered patterned surfaces - this maintains the flow of the room without giving up the desired privacy.

If a new glass door is to be installed, the old frame can often be reused - provided it is stable and conforms to standards. First measure the rebate dimensions - i.e. the inside edge to the floor and the width along the rebate profile. If the dimensions and door hinge position match, the glass door can be fitted directly. If the dimensions are not correct, the door hinges can be moved or suitable holes for the glass can be drilled precisely - glass cannot be machined on site.

Glass doors are significantly heavier than wooden doors - around 20 kg/m² compared to around 15 kg/m² for wooden door leaves. You therefore need a frame that can cope with this load. Whether timber, steel or aluminum frames - reinforced hinge pockets and sufficiently strong fittings are crucial. This is the only way to ensure that the door remains reliably in position and does not jam. These additions show how you can optimally integrate your new glass door with light, conscious recycling and a stable choice of frame.