Manual sliding door systems ?a perfect solution to your problem of cramped space

Posted by Ankush Trivedi on October 8th, 2016

With the ever increasing population and urbanisation, lack of space is becoming evident everywhere. First, your office needs to be spacious and breathable for your staff. Second, you need to expand and set up more offices. The demand for more space is exponential, and there isn’t any available. The door is one place where you can save some space by installing manual sliding door systems. These move on one horizontal line and do not consume opening space. In addition, they improve the aesthetics of your office.

The first image that comes to mind when you hear the word ‘door’ is the same old wood plank bolted to its frame by hinges. Times have changed, and so have doors. Manual sliding door systems are already being used in washrooms fittings and shopping malls. If you are cramped for space, these are a perfect option. It can be used in a variety of places to improve the overall look and also make room for an extra cabinet. Find out where all you can install these and maximise your space utility.

1.      ATM counters –

All banks are looking to build an ATM counter in every available space. A good number of ATM counter at all possible location identifies a bank as a customer-friendly one. But space is where most of the banks stay behind. With a sliding door in place, you can easily fit an ATM machine on a counter, or even add another one.

2.      Your cabin

Not just to add another cabinet but also to add to the décor. Think about having a cabin with glass walls and glass sliding doors. You can do your work, use the extra space to keep an indoor plant and keep a watch over your staff.

3.      Access to the balcony

Replace the access door to your balcony with these. Manual sliding door systems will give you room/cabin a modern look and will provide more room both inside and outside of your cabin. A glass door will look classy.

4.      A partition

Often, one big room can be partitioned into two smaller ones. When you have decided to partition, provide access with sliding doors. This will make the divided room bigger and provide enough space for two extra cubicles.

5.      In banks and hospitals

In these areas, the corridor is always busy. With standard doors, the chance of bumping into someone is always there. With manual sliding door systems, movement can be made more easily, and minor accidents can be avoided.

It is not only about improving looks and aesthetics. A sliding door moves on hinges and wheels. So, it is easier to manoeuvre and operate, especially when the door to be installed is large. Plus, due to wheel fitting, chances of air leaks and hinges wearing out reduce. Hence, expect these to be long lasting and keep your air-conditioner function properly.

Manual sliding door systems are affordable as well. An average door made of wood will cost you around INR 8,000 maximum. The added fittings of a sliding door will cost you extra. Utilise your space efficiently by installing one now.