Door structures perform different tasks. They have one unifying factor - this is a durable product that is installed once for many years. When choosing paintings, quality comes first.
One of the high-quality examples of interior models are varieties of Finnish doors. They have been supplied to Russia since 1992 and still do not lose their leading positions. Scandinavian style products are simplicity of design and quality.
Finnish doors are lightweight and therefore do not load the hinges. The frame does not sag or deform, which significantly extends its service life.
In their work, enterprises use only environmentally friendly wood, not treated with chemicals.
The canvases are easy to assemble, which does not require special technical knowledge. They are fully equipped to install the structure. There is no complicated work on inserting fittings - hinges and locks are already installed, and holes are made in the door frame for fasteners. Thanks to the use of an internal frame made of pine, they retain long time its original form.
The products have a rebate - a protruding part of the door leaf that covers the gap between it and door frame. This creates the tightest fit, additional sound insulation, protection from drafts, and also gives elegance to the entire door structure, aesthetically hiding the door gap.
If desired, the products are filled with insulation and supplied with all the necessary fittings. They can be quickly and easily cleaned from dust and dirt using auxiliary products.
Manufacturing technology
Door designs have an unusual manufacturing technology, which has made them popular. She gave them a lightness that is not found in products from other manufacturers. The secret is to use an internal honeycomb cardboard core, which is attached to a frame made of pine timber. This entire structure is covered with MDF. A narthex is cut out along the entire perimeter, then paint is applied in several layers and locks with hinges are inserted.
The last stage - on Finnish doors with a rebate, the necessary holes are made for the fittings, which in the future significantly reduces installation time, making installation much easier.
Attention! Only on genuine door products there is a cover strip on the panel.
Advantages of models from Finland
The main advantage of Finnish brands is their undeniable quality. Others positive properties are:
- wear resistance.
- strength;
- safety;
- durability;
- high noise insulation;
- high quality raw materials;
- ease of architectural solution;
- decent value for money;
- environmental friendliness of materials;
- large selection of sizes;
- moisture resistance;
- maintaining its original geometry.
All this makes Finnish products accessible to every family.
Types and materials
Finnish interior doors according to the use of facing material they are divided into:
- Panel or frame. Made from solid pine. They are distinguished by their durability. Requires more careful care.
- Paneled. Most often they are made from expensive types of wood - oak, walnut. The material goes through complex processing stages. The most expensive kind of all model range. The products look noble and elegant. They have a long service life.
- Smooth. There are painted, veneered or laminated. Imitate the texture of various types of natural wood. The canvas itself consists of several layers of HDF or MDF boards. This increases wear resistance many times over.
- Pine. They are resistant to various types damage.
- A separate line presents designs for saunas and baths. Glass of various color options with the possibility of applying a pattern will decorate wet bath rooms.
According to their design, door leaves can be single-leaf or double-leaf.
Lightweight sheets, depending on the type of material used for honeycomb filling, can be:
- moisture resistant;
- fire protection;
- soundproofing.
Doors with such filling are very light due to their design. Their surface is framed by MDF sheets (may have a pressed pattern). They can be installed in the kitchen and are not afraid of humidity, fumes or temperature changes.
Dimensions
The advantage of Finnish doors is that their size can be adjusted if desired. The block is removed from below, the blade is sawed and the block is inserted back, thus achieving the required size of the blade.
You can avoid additional routine work if you initially agree on the required dimensions with the supplier. Finnish products comply with the modular system. One module is 100 mm of the door frame. The popular sizes for openings are 900 x 2100, 1000 x 2100 mm.
Design
Door designs may vary in appearance. They are often characterized by the use strict design with no frills. For example, smooth classic doors come in white or gray. But if desired, some companies individual order They paint white door leaves in any color according to the RAL catalogue.
The paneled look has thin decorative inserts - panels. A combination of materials is possible - wood, glass.
Panels have different shapes:
- rectangular;
- square;
- arched
Manufacturers
First on Russian market Fenestra brand products appeared. Since 2014, the two factories of Fenestra Kaski, which was famous for its traditions in carpentry passed down from generation to generation, have combined professional experience. As a result, a new brand of doors appeared - Kaski.
In addition to Kaski, the following brands of Finnish manufacturers are common: Jeld-Wen Suomi, MattiOvi, Edux, Orma Maccine.
How to choose?
When purchasing a Finnish product, you must consider:
- The door leaf should be smooth to the touch, without visible defects or mechanical damage.
- The material of the product is only natural wood.
- When purchasing, pay attention to the end of the door leaf. Finnish products with a quality certificate will have a production seal in this place.
- Door structures must have special packaging from the manufacturer. Its integrity is checked before purchase.
- If the fittings come off or wobble, this indicates a defect in the product. Everything should be tightly attached to the door structure.
Attention! When purchasing products, you need to know that it is advisable to wipe laminated doors once a week with a damp cloth. Veneered canvases are not particularly demanding - it is enough to rub them with polish once every six months.
The laconic design and external rigor of Finnish doors easily fit into any interior. Products are equally in demand in premises of different target areas - in an apartment, country house, office, medical institution, educational building, even in a bathhouse or sauna.
Finnish door leaves provide warmth, making life more comfortable, improving daily living and maintaining the comfort of home.
The door block is not a load-bearing building element, therefore loads from building structures should not be transferred to it. Leave a gap of at least 5 mm between the frame and the building structure.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
- Unpack the door frame.
- On a flat surface that prevents damage to the product, assemble the elements of the box, choosing the desired side for opening the canvas. Check that the edges of the crossbar and the pillars are in the same plane, and at the place of their contact the gap does not exceed 1 mm. Drill four through holes on the back side of the crossbar, then connect the frame elements with self-tapping screws. For a self-tapping screw 4.2 x 70 we recommend a drill with a diameter of 3.5 mm.
- Insert the frame into the doorway and secure with wedges (at least three points on each side).
- Using a level, secure the hinge post strictly vertically using a hammer drill and mounting screws, using spacers between the opening and the frame at the fastening points.
- Loosen the hinge fastening screw and hang door leaf.
- Close the blade, and install the stand on the side of the lock so that the blade fits along the entire perimeter, providing an even gap, and secure the stand in this position.
- Open and close the blade several times, making sure that it is installed correctly and that nothing interferes with closing. Right installed door(when opened at 45°) should not open or close spontaneously.
- Finally secure the hinges to the screws and install the fittings.
- Fill the installation gap between the box and the wall with low-expansion foam (when using foam, follow the manufacturer's instructions).
- It is recommended to install the casing only after the mounting foam has completely dried. During the drying period of the foam (about 12 hours), the door should be kept closed at all times.
CHANGING THE SIDE OF THE CANVAS
A blind canvas of standard height is available for both right and left. This is achieved due to the vertical symmetry of the canvas.
To change the door opening direction:
- unscrew the fastening screws and pull the lock body out of the door, turn it 180° (so that the lock tongue is on top, above the bolt), install the lock back in this position;
- Using pliers, pull the bolt out of the lock body by 3 mm and turn it 180°.
Tools required for installation: screwdriver with a set of bits, hammer drill or impact drill, level, wood saw, measuring tape.
Follow the instructions, be precise with measurements and check the results. Please read the instructions carefully before proceeding with installation. The external door is intended primarily for use as front door in private houses for year-round use, mansions and townhouses, in buildings where thermal insulation qualities are required.
It is strictly forbidden to install doors in a house under construction or in a room where wet work is being carried out (for example, concreting a floor, pouring screed, etc.). Excessive moisture can cause wood to warp and paint to peel. In addition, the fittings, including the lock body, may become rusty.
ATTENTION! When installing entrance doors in the cold season, you must use certified mounting foams, specifically intended for use at low temperatures - information with specific recommendations for use is usually printed on the cylinder by the manufacturer.
Always install moisture barrier (bitumen strip, etc.) between the horizontal base and the threshold.
Never install the box directly on a concrete floor or screed! Use, for example, bitumen strip, etc.
Doors should be installed in places with a sufficiently long roof overhang or canopy over the door, which will protect the door surface from moisture and sunlight.
When determining the size of the canopy, you should be guided by the following formula: the width of the canopy D must be at least half of the height of the canopy (the distance from the bottom of the door to the bottom of the canopy, see diagram).
Entrance door installation steps:
Stage 1
Check that the base under the threshold is horizontal.
Install the ebb in the mounting opening and place the assembled box on it
Coat the seam with sealing compound.
Low tide can be installed later. In this case, bring the ebb tide under the threshold
and glue it, installing the ebb in the groove intended for it in the threshold.
Stage 2
Secure the box in the mounting opening using wedges, inserting them above the box's mounting holes so that the side of the box with hinges is exactly vertical (both parallel and prependicular to the plane of the wall). Use two wedges for each mounting hole in the box, insert one wedge from the outside, the other from the inside. Check with a spirit level that the box is level.
Make sure there is enough space around the perimeter of the box for the seal
and secure the hinge side of the box to the wall with mounting screws.
Stage 3
Install anti-burglary pins in the door. Do not screw them all the way in, leave a margin of 10mm. Hang the door leaf on its hinges.
Tighten the anti-burglary pins until they are tight, install and tighten the hinge mounting screws.
Stage 4
Make sure the threshold is set horizontally. Align the side of the box with the lock strike plate exactly (both parallel and prependicular to the plane of the wall). Secure the box to the wall with mounting screws.
Stage 5
To adjust the door height, use a hex key. Before adjusting the door sideways, loosen the security pins and mounting screws. Adjust to the side using the adjusting screw provided for this purpose. After adjustment, tighten the anti-burglary pins and mounting screws as far as possible.
Adjusting the hinges of the Jeld-Wen entrance door
The position of the outer door leaf can be adjusted in height and horizontally by adjusting the hinges.
This is especially true, for example, when shrinking a house.
Height adjustment
Tools required: 5 mm hex wrench.
Door adjustment up
- Loosen the upper adjusting screw (1) on all hinges by turning it 2-3 turns with a hexagon.
- By turning the adjusting screws (2) on the bottom of the hinges, set the door to the desired height position.
- Be sure to tighten all hinge screws an equal number of turns to evenly distribute the weight of the door on the hinges.
- Tighten the retaining screws on top of all hinges (1).
Door adjustment down
- Loosen the lower adjusting screw (2) on all hinges except one by 2-3 turns.
- By turning the screw (2) of the remaining hinge counterclockwise, lower the door to the desired height.
- Tighten the adjustment screws (2) of the remaining hinges to the same position to evenly distribute the weight of the door across all hinges.
- Finally, tighten the upper adjustment screws (1) without excessive force.
Horizontal door adjustment
Tools required: 5 mm hexagon, Phillips screwdriver.
Increasing the distance between the door and the door frame on the hinge side
- Tighten the adjusting screws (4) on one of the hinges so that the door leaf is in the desired position. .
- Tighten the adjustment screws (4) on the second hinge (on the remaining hinges) to level the door leaf and distribute the weight of the door evenly.
Reducing the distance between the door and the door frame on the hinge side
- Loosen the mounting screws (3) and the anti-removal pin (5) on all hinges by 2-3 turns.
- Loosen the adjusting screws (4) on one of the hinges so that the door leaf is in the desired position. .
- Loosen the adjustment screws (4) on the second hinge (on the remaining hinges) to level the door leaf and distribute the weight of the door evenly.
- Carefully tighten the screws (3) and anti-removal pins (5).
Stage 6
Does the door close tightly?
The closing tightness can be adjusted using adjustments in the strike plate.
Stage 7
Carefully seal the gap between the wall and the frame, filling it mineral wool. Then coat the gap with a sealing elastic mass to vapor-waterproof the seam. Do not use polyurethane foam, because when it expands, it can deform the door frame and complicate possible subsequent door adjustments.
Instructions for servicing external doors
Painted products
The products are painted with moisture-resistant paints that meet the requirements for resistance to scratches, wear resistance and appearance surfaces that can withstand exposure to many household chemicals, grease and solvents.
Cleaning
Use regular ones detergents(non-alkaline), such as dishwashing liquid. To clean mold, use special means to remove mold. Do not use detergents that may scratch or dissolve the painted surface. Avoid, for example, the use of solvents, abrasive powders, metal fiber sponges, etc. Wet the surface from bottom to top, but wash it from top to bottom. Otherwise, streaks from drips may appear on the door. Wipe dry.
Service
Normal cleaning is usually sufficient unless the door is damaged or abnormally worn. To maintain shine, however, it is recommended, after washing, to rub the door surfaces, for example, with car wax.
Touch up
It is best to touch up minor damage with a brush and alkyd or acrylate enamel of a suitable color and gloss level, intended for outdoor use. First check the compatibility of the paint with the original paint material on a small area, for example, by painting a small area on the edge of the door on the hinge side.
Product quality and warranty conditions for Jed-Wen doors
Jeld-Wen manufactures its products in accordance with the requirements of the unified European standard SE.
What is CE?
The CE mark is a guarantee to the consumer that a given product complies with the essential requirements of a European harmonized standard and can therefore be legally placed on the market.
CE marking has long been mandatory on products such as toys and electronics, but Lately, this unified standard is established for certain building materials.
What does this mean for the consumer?
All CE marked products carry product data in the Declaration of Performance (DoP) format, allowing clear and easy comparisons between similar products and providing the consumer with the information they need to make an informed decision.
The DoP provides key information on the performance characteristics of construction products that have been independently tested and certified by an EU body.
All products subject to these Directives are required to be marked with the CE mark, either on the product itself or on its packaging - the CE logo and a number which indicates the relevant DoP.
Failure of the product to comply with the requirements of the CE standard in terms of curvature of the blade or frame is considered a warranty defect.
We apologize if you encountered a defect in JELD-WEN products! If you find a defect, please contact us and provide your order number. Please note that a defective product cannot be installed or used!
How to measure whether a door leaf is curved?
Place the door leaf on a flat horizontal surface
Measure the distance between the central part of the door leaf and the surface on which it is located (mm)
Allowed curvature of up to 5 mm per door leaf
How to measure if a door frame is warped?
Curvature towards the wall
Place the box (flat) on a horizontal, flat surface so that the ends of the box touch the ground.
The allowed curvature of the box in the direction of the wall is 3 mm / per 1 meter (i.e. for a box with a height of 20M and 21M 6 mm per vertical of the box.
Curvature towards the edge of the box
Place the box on its side on a flat, horizontal surface with the ends of the box touching the surface.
Measure the gap between the center of the box and the surface (mm).
The allowed curvature of the box in the direction of the edge is 1.5 mm / per 1 meter (i.e. for a box with a height of 20M and 21M up to 3 mm per one of its verticals)
We are not responsible for product defects resulting from normal wear and tear, improper storage, installation and operation.
Door leaf and a quarter white in Finnish technology has a cutout for a 2014 or 2018 lock, door leaf thickness 38mm.
Mandatory additional equipment for the Finnish door block
1. Lock 2014 with strike plate, with a key for regular use. (standard key fits all 2014 locks).
2. Lock 2018 with strike plate, under the mask (cylinder)
3. Door framePone quarter white(34x70), cut to size with hinges (screw-in) and the mating part of the lock, consisting of 2 long and 1 short bars (without threshold).
Economy class Finnish door design White laminated - the perimeter frame consists of MDF, high-strength honeycomb core, MDF cladding laminated with a finishing film
White laminated doors with rebate They are mainly used in office premises, clinics, educational institutions, but also of course in apartments and country houses.
The advantage of a rebated door, which appropriated the name " Finca"First of all, it is convenience and ease of installation,this design door block when closed, there are no visible gaps between the door frame and the leaf,The quarter cover provides good heat and sound insulation, and also hides defects in the installation of the door frame.
At the request of the customer, our specialists can install on Finnish doors the following additional elements - (Shatter plate, Ventilation grille, Reinforced glass of any size, opening window, both solid and glass, door closer).
The main advantage of such door blocks is that they are always available in stock in Moscow!!!
Finnish doors have been in steady demand among our compatriots for decades due to the ideal price-quality ratio and excellent aesthetic properties. What is the secret of success, Denis Krasinsky, designer, told us Scandinavian interiors Helsinki interior studio, which has a representative office in St. Petersburg.
- Are Finnish doors visually different?
The architecture of Finland has its own characteristics: Finnish Art Nouveau, also popular in St. Petersburg, combines classical medieval monumentality with the exquisite decoration of early Art Nouveau. Modern Finnish buildings are prone to natural constructivism, and the interiors are ergonomic and environmentally friendly. The same principles of unification opposite characteristics also lie in the design of interior products. Finnish doors are distinguished by the texture of natural wood and simplicity of form. HDF door covering allows for smooth painting and varnishing of the product. Such models fit organically into the currently popular rustic, bio and Nordic styles. More often wooden doors matched to color flooring and platbands. Less often, the color repeats the shade of the furniture.
Today it is customary to deviate from the usual rules of color in the interior and give free rein to slight creative chaos. In interior styles where natural aesthetics dominate, a combination of different shades and textures of wood is considered especially chic.
- Is it possible to highlight design features?
Finnish entrance doors are distinguished by a variety of models. This has a completely logical explanation: the fact is that in Northern European apartments there is no zoned hallway. Therefore, the front door is visible from the living room, that is, it is part of both the exterior and the interior. Therefore, Finnish doors have a wide range of design developments and characteristic double-sidedness.
Interesting fact: Unlike Russia, in Finland it is not customary to install two entrance doors, thereby forming a heat-insulating vestibule. The entrance door itself is designed with a double system for preventing heat loss - heat transfer and convection. For these purposes, the product is sealed using rubber inserts, also multilayer thermal insulation material fits into internal door blocks.
As you know, Finnish interiors require as much natural light as possible in the house. Therefore, another feature of the Finnish entrance door is the presence of glass inserts or windows. They are equipped with thick glass with double-glazed windows and argon chamber fill, again for insulation purposes.
- Why such close attention?
paid to thermal insulation?
It's very simple: it's cold in Finland. In order to save money, the government has set limits - annual energy consumption for heating should not exceed 15 kWh/(m² year). That is why doors and windows, even in public spaces, must have values of at least 0.9(m² K)/W. Local producers are simply forced to meet these standards.
- Are Finnish products really different?
environmentally friendly?
Finland is one of the cleanest countries in the world, which is included in the list of the most favorable countries to live every year, and this is not surprising. Three quarters of the entire territory is covered with forest, the country has 180 thousand lakes with the purest water. The Finns are proud of this and strongly support their eco-status. Therefore, not only enterprises are distinguished by a reasonable approach to environmental issues, but also products. The natural wooden door leaf is treated with safe impregnations and coated with emulsion paint. When purchasing such a product, you have the right to request quality certificates with material indicators.
- How suitable are Finnish doors for use?
in Russia?
Since we are located in the same climate zone, Finnish products perfectly meet our weather conditions, unlike many other producing countries. In addition, Finnish doors are already completely ready for mobile installation upon purchase. Typically, products are sold with maximum configuration. This not only simplifies the installation process, but also allows you to save on additional costs that arise only when purchasing a door leaf.
Some of the advice is standard: Visually and to the touch, the door leaf should be free of mechanical
damage or manufacturing defects.
Product material - natural wood, array.
You can ask the seller for a manufacturer's seal and a certificate.
Ensure the integrity of the packaging.
All fittings must fit tightly to the canvas.
If something goes wrong, then this is a marriage that will be difficult to fix. 
- What are the price ranges for doors from Finland?
They are relatively affordable: approximately 30-40 thousand. This is due to minimal costs on logistics and the unpopularity of products in some European countries. The main distributor is Russia. The kit is included in the price: no need to pay extra for inserting hinges and fittings, no expensive installation required.
- Interior doors from Finland too
are they different?
Finnish interior doors have a rubber and silicone seal along the contour of the frame, which allows the door to be silent and protects against drafts and foreign odors (for example, kitchen odors). It also helps provide special sound insulation.
Russian doors have a straight edge design, while Finnish ones are distinguished by the presence of a rebate, in other words, a rebate.
- Which manufacturers are represented in Russia?
To be honest, I know only five companies that are represented here - these are Kaski, Jeld-Wen Suomi, MattiOvi, Edux, Orma Maccine. The most popular among us are the Finnish doors “Atoll”. But they are not much different from each other.