Finding the perfect interior doors to suit the needs of your household is pivotal, especially when you're a pet owner. Whether you have a lively dog or a curious cat, a pet or two zooming around your home can make day-to-day life chaotic, complicated and vulnerable to a lot more wear and tear than usual. Your doors will be some of the first features to show signs of pet-related damage - unless you know which door types, styles and materials to use...
We love our four-legged friends of all shapes and sizes - but what we like a whole lot less is the whirlwind of indoor devastation they can leave behind! From scratches and bite marks to excitable pawing and muddy garden stains, your interior doors will feel the brunt of most everyday canine or feline-related marks and mess. So, choosing your internal doors wisely can actually be one of the best door-focused investments you can make!
And this is where pet-friendly doors come in...
Our pet-friendly doors are designed to give you the ultimate blend of practicality and protection, while also ensuring that you and your furry friends are safe and happy during your time spent indoors. You'll need doors that are hardwearing; resistant to different types of cosmetic and impact-related damage; and easy to wipe down and clean. You may also need a door type that gets the most out of smaller, more limited or confined spaces yet still accommodates all your pet's movements throughout the day.
In our latest blog, Door Giant will explore an ingenious array of doors to transform your home into a pet-friendly paradise. We'll take you through the vital materials, styles and glazing options to help you make the right purchasing decision today.
Choosing the right door material is central to pet-friendliness. A solid core door that consists of a strong, dense and durable filling is a far more long-lasting choice than many cheaper and inferior alternatives. Once fitted, a solid core door is sturdy enough to hold up well against scratches, chips, dents and similar wear and tear that your pet will unleash upon it.
Purchasing a hardwood variety like the Door Giant Cottage-Style Oak Veneer 5 Panel Unfinished Internal Door is a robust choice that comes unfinished and ready for you to paint or stain as needed. Although scratches will eventually show up on all doors overtime, opting for an internal door that has some kind of natural wood grain surface detail will serve to conceal the scratches for as long as possible. Additionally, you can refinish this door at any time to keep it looking its best over the course of its lifespan.
Similarly, a laminate door is a suitable scratch-resistant and dent-resistant choice for most pet-filled households. Although you'll likely avoid most everyday scruffs and scrapes with a laminate door, the true benefits lie in the smooth satin sheen of the laminate surface, which can be easily wiped clean of most muddy paw prints, dirt, grime and dust.
The LPD Vancouver Walnut Laminated Internal Door not only enhances interiors with its deep, rich walnut finish, it will also provide a degree of reliable resistance against most everyday scrapes. The laminate finish is moisture resistant - protecting against warping or rotting - and a low maintenance choice for everyday cleaning and care.
If you own an anxious pet that needs to see you - or feel like they're with you at all times - then you may want to hang a glazed panel door in your kitchen or utility room space. Some animals crave attention or simply want to be able to see their owners while they're shut away. A glazed panel door will bring light and clarity into any room where your dog sleeps or rests.
The Door Giant Shaker-Style White Primed 4 Light Glazed Internal Door features a series of large, clear glazed panels, made from toughened BS6206 Class A glass, bringing natural light and effortless style into modern and traditional homes alike. Made with a solid pine core, this durable door fills even the smallest rooms with light and a sense of space. A tough and versatile choice for anyone who lives with a dearly loved dog or cat.
If you're worried about household doors violently swinging open, or the floor space around your home is super limited, it's time to consider a pocket door system. Designed to slide neatly into a wall cavity; a pocket door is great for freeing up space in a room, increasing safety by eliminating the fast swing of a hinged door, or allowing for partial opening so small pets can slink in or out.
The Ermetika Absolute EvoKit Single Frameless Pocket Door System creates an ultra-modern look where the door simply disappears into the surrounding walls upon opening. A striking contemporary feature that creates more space within your pet's room in a highly desirable and attractive way
