LS LONGDEN - Building Materials and Architectural Building Products

As the architectural joinery and the production of high quality, solid timber panelled doors flourished, Longden moved away from the contractor business in 1978. Today, our tradition of combining time-honoured skills with modern techniques to meet modern, exacting performance standards continues, and it is the Longden name that has remained and is enshrined on our present-day range of beautiful handmade doors.

Longden's tradition of quality which had its origins in the 19th century continues into the 21st with doors of remarkable beauty, doors fit to grace some of the finest building projects of our age.

The original Sheffield-based Longden company grew to become one of the top ten building and civil engineering contractors in 19th century Britain. With endless prestigious contracts, including The George Hotel, Sheffield City Hall and the Prudential Assurance Company, Longden always considers traditional, apprentice-based craftsmanship and the development of skills as its major strength.

Most home extensions requiring planning permission will probably benefit from using their products during the build.  Many Architects or House Extension Designers can incorporate their products within the scheme design drawings and specifications.

The following article may be of interest for homeowners researching this type of building product for inclusion within their own house extension scheme.

Different Types of Interior Doors

By Emma Heuton

Interior doors serve as the main access points inside a house or office. These doors make your house a more comfortable place to live in. These doors are widely used in residential as well as commercial buildings. Installing these gateways in your home is one of the best ways to create privacy and add an elegant touch to your home decor.

Installing interior doors in your house can help you to enhance the beauty and style of the interiors of your home. These gateways are designed to improve aesthetic appeal and stability of your home. Today, the market offers a wide range of premium quality interior doors at cost-effective prices. Further, there are several leading door suppliers who offer customized gateways to meet the specific requirements of their clients.

Contemporary interior gates are manufactured from timber, plywood, glass or metals. They are available in a variety of colors, including white, black and brown. It is important to choose a door that matches with the interiors of your home. Installing a door that does not match with the interiors of your home can make it stand out and look awkward. This can destroy the entire interior design of your house. Few things that you should consider while purchasing a home door are material, durability, price, panels, utilities and appearance.

Also, before choosing a home door it is important to understand the different styles and models of interior gateways available in the market. Knowing about different types of interior doors available in the market will help you to select the right type of door for your home. You may seek guidance from a reputed interior designer to choose a perfect door for your home.

Here are few different types of interior doors available in the market today:

Interior Hinged Doors: These gateways typically open in one direction. Different types of hinged gates available in the market today are full-wood, internal French, PVC-coated and double doors. Hinged doors have become popular for their ease of installation, simplicity and versatility. The hinged doors usually swing outwards. These doors are not suitable for small spaces, such as walk-in closets.

Interior Folding Doors: The interior folding gates are similar to sliding doors. They are ideal for homes with limited space. These gates do not swing out into the room. These gateways can be folded. These gateways can resolve the issue of space crunch. Two basic varieties of interior folding doors available in the market today are Interior concertina doors and Internal bi-fold or bi-folding doors. The Interior concertina doors are divided into several panels. These gateways are made of very lightweight plastic. These gateways are mainly used as room dividers. The Internal bi-fold or bi-folding doors are often used as closet, cabinet and wardrobe doors.