Structure | BUILD Version | Page 20

Structure

Many elements of structure make up the home, including doors, floors, walls, roofs, foundations and windows. This handy guide helps explain all these elements and more.

Dog doors, cat flaps and pet doors

Often it makes sense to attach a small door to your home, not only for your pet's convenience, but also to save you the...

Hollow core doors

Cheaper and more lightweight than solid core doors, hollow core doors are often used for internal doors to keep costs down.   Hollow core doors are...

Mirrored doors

Appearing almost exclusively as sliding wardrobe doors, mirrored doors help create the illusion of more space in bedrooms.   Mirrored doors are most commonly used...

UPVC or vinyl doors

UPVC can be used to construct solid, lightweight doors, but it's more commonly used as a strong, cost effective framing material for things like...

Leadlight doors and stained glass doors

Lead lighting and stained glass aren't cheap, but they can add a tremendous amount to a home in terms of character visual appeal.   Lead light...

Glass doors

Glass doors look fantastic, although their performance in terms of things like insulation and strength depends very much on the way they're constructed. Glass can...

Fibreglass doors

Fibreglass doors are growing in popularity across Australian homes thanks to their durability, energy efficiency and low maintenance. Here’s what you need to know before choosing them.

Steel doors

When it comes to security, durability and fire protection, steel is hard to beat. If you're upgrading existing doors or securing entryways, here's why steel doors deserve serious consideration—and how to make the right choice.

Aluminium doors

Sleek, durable and surprisingly versatile, aluminium doors have become a favourite for renovators looking to blend contemporary style with performance. Whether you’re building new or upgrading existing doors, aluminium is worth considering for both interior and exterior applications.

Solid core timber doors

Solid core wooden doors are heavily constructed doors made from whole bits of timber. These doors are most commonly used as front entrance doors...