The benefits of frameless interior doors

Frameless interior doors, also known as ultra flush doors, are perhaps the hottest new trend in modern interior design. While they bring obvious aesthetic qualities, they can also be a practical addition to the home or a commercial workplace too. There are many great benefits to installing frameless interior doors and they provide a sleek and innovative interior solution for any contemporary building.

What are frameless interior doors?

A traditional door design has a frame and architrave which surrounds the door itself and holds it in place. Frameless interior doors are a distinctive alternative to this traditional system, because they use a specially engineered frame which sits flush to the wall and therefore is fully integrated into the wall. This is an aluminium frame which can be installed at the construction stage of the building and therefore can be finished so that the door is almost completely invisible within the wall structure.

This frameless system uses unique hardware, such as concealed hinges and door locks to maintain this fully integrated appeal. As a result you are left with a finish that is sleek, clean, uncluttered and free from visual distraction, which is perfect for the modern building. The flush system can be used for traditional hinged doors, but also for pocket door systems.

How frameless interior doors benefit your property

Frameless interior doors have become an essential architectural element in many contemporary interior schemes, and their benefits cover both aesthetic and practical characteristics.

Minimalism – Because the door sits perfectly flush with the surface of the wall, this creates a clean and uninterrupted surface that is completely free of ornamentation and therefore sits perfectly in the realm of modern architectural design schemes.
Options – The frameless system offers the user four options in terms of orientation. You can have the door opening inwards or outwards, and it can be pushed open from either the right or the left side. Whichever orientation you choose, the door still looks exactly the same.
Integration – Sitting flush with the surface walls means the frameless system is fully integrated and hence effectively disappears from view. This is ideal for creating ‘hidden doors’ in small spaces that you don’t want to draw attention to, such as closets, walk-in wardrobes, en-suites, storage, pantries, utility spaces etc, while this also works in a clean and uncluttered ‘minimalist’ contemporary space.
Quality components – The specially engineered frame system comes with components such as hidden hinges and magnetic locks. These are unique components designed and made with specialist skills and materials which improves their durability, operation and visual appeal.
Design freedom – Because the frameless system leaves no visual impression, this enables the interior designer to apply design skills elsewhere to provide interior flourish, while still maintaining the same minimalist appeal, with clean, geometric lines and very little ornamentation. It is also possible to decorate the doors to further integrate them into the wall surrounds, ie. you can paint, wallpaper or clad the doors exactly how you have the walls.
Different door styles – The frameless system concept works with traditional hinged doors, but also with pocket doors, meaning you can use the frameless system in small areas to create space and even new rooms, thanks to the space-saving qualities of the pocket door. It is also popular to use the frameless systems for full-height doors, which extend from floor to ceiling and are quirky and visually effective.
Impression of space – Removing the framework and architrave from this system removes visual clutter and presents an impression of more space. The uninterrupted wall space also helps with this. Rooms and corridors feel more open and light which helps with spatial flow, comfort and relaxation and mental wellbeing.
Easy maintenance – By removing the frame and architrave and having the framework perfectly flush to the wall, there is nowhere for dust to gather, meaning the system is cleaner and fresher and doesn’t require as much looking after. This also helps maintain the finish as visually appealing for longer.

Frameless interior doors from MB Direct

The frameless interior door system is an innovative interior solution for modern homes and commercial spaces. They are particularly popular in contemporary hospitality spaces, such as hotels, restaurants and bars, as well as boutique retail stores and salons. Contemporary homes will also benefit from the frameless interior system, as it provides a suitable base upon which to build your interior design scheme. Frameless interior doors are available as a fire and non-fire-rated version. You can see our range of frameless or ‘ultra flush’ doors at MB Direct and choose the door system that suits your needs.