When visiting an old historical home you will be struck by the fine wood work and attention to detail of the old carpenters. The moldings, the spiral banisters and beautiful cabinetry. The different type of door in a residence and the use and placement of the doors also adds to the charm and character of the house. In these old homes you will find a number of pocket doors. Pocket door were common but started loosing popularity at the turn of the century. There is, however, a trend in some parts of the country where people are buying these old homes and restoring them back to their former glory. Owners of newer homes are also trying to recreate the designs and details found in these old homes. The market for reproduced pieces is fueling a new industry. Door hardware manufacturers are creating collections of reproduced hardware; from antique pocket door hardware to cabinet pocket door hardware.
Pocket doors are doors that slide in and out of the wall cavity. They don't require hinges and do not run on a track like a sliding door. Pocket door hardware is unique when compared to other door hardware. Using pocket doors in your house not only helps you revisit the majestic designs of yester year but also serves a very functional role. By using pocket doors you save a lot of floor space. A standard swing door uses an average of ten square feet of floor space. If you have a small room this can use up a good bit of your floor space. In a room where the furniture needs to be viewed from all possible angles like a parlor or library, using pocket doors can make a design statement. Pocket doors also work great in the universal design style. Wheel chair bound individuals can open these doors much easier that swing doors. So if you are converting your home into a universal designed home consider using pocket doors instead of standard swing doors.
One of the main reasons pocket doors are picking up in popularity is the improvement in pocket door hardware. Pocket doors in older homes tended to derail easily, jam or were noisy during their operation. These days pocket door hardware manufacturers have developed rollers and other accessories that allow the doors to slide smoothly. These manufacturers design attractive and stylish hardware in styles that blend well with any interior decorating style.
There are many different manufacturers of pocket door hardware. Stanley pocket door hardware is made by Stanley Works. Stanley Works is a trusted manufacturer of works tool and hardware. The hardware for your door comes in door hardware kits that allows you to purchase all the hardware you need for an installation job. Another manufacturer, Johnson Hardware, makes only hardware for different types of sliding, folding and pocket doors. Stanley and Johnson pocket door hardware can be purchased from their online store and from some select home improvement and hardware stores.
