If you're looking to divide up space in a room, choosing a steel-look room divider offers a timelessly sleek and stylish way to achieve this. Perhaps you want to create a snug home office space, or you want to create separate space for a home gym. Whatever your preference, it’s vital to make sure you choose the most appropriate internal door for your space. You’ll need to weigh up a number of different factors, such as quality and durability.
This guide details everything you need to know about choosing a high-quality internal room divider, and what factors you need to consider.
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Read what features to look for in a high-quality internal room divider.
Find out more about the key benefits of aluminium internal room dividers.
Read the key benefits of choosing bespoke internal room dividers.
Read why it is important to buy your door from a reputable supplier.
Read more about Origin’s OI-30.
What to look for in a high-quality internal room divider
Choose a durable material option
One of the most important considerations is the quality of the material used - in particular, what level of durability the material offers. This will be especially important if the interior room divider is situated in a well-used area, such as separating a kitchen from a living room. This is where choosing a toughened glass door or panelled door makes great sense, as they can be strong and sturdy, and offer excellent longevity. Historically, steel framed doors were all the rage, but as design innovates and progresses, aluminium alternatives are now offering all the benefits of steel – slim sightlines, large maximum sizes and styling – at a fraction of the cost. Similarly, if you live with pets or children – choosing a durable material such as aluminium can help to prevent any unwanted damage, compared to other non-aluminium alternatives.
View our OI-30 Aluminium Internal Door options here to start creating your ideal door .
Choose a practical configuration for your space
Each property is unique, so when you're looking to separate spaces, such as an open plan area with a room divider, you'll also need to take design and practical considerations into account.
There are various bespoke options, colours and configurations open to you, so working out which is the most practical for your space ensures you get the right product. For example, if you want to create a separate living space for a home office or a relaxation area – a corner configuration may be the best option for you. A corner configuration may also be perfect if you are looking to divide a commercial office environment. At Origin, we also offer Single Door, French Door and Fixed Screen.
Choose your door accessories carefully
As well as looking at the bigger details, such as colour, design, door frames and glass - paying attention to smaller aspects is equally as important. This will include things such as door accessories, including your choice of handles, hinges and even locks. Ensure your accessories are robust and reliable, and that they offer the practicality and security you need. You should also give some thought to the handle colour you choose – for example, you may want to choose a satin brass handle to create an eye-catching contrast for a black door, or a classy matt black handle to blend into your black interior door. The Origin Internal Door is available in over 150 RAL colours and so the number of customisations available means that that there really is an Origin Internal Door to suit everyone.
Find out more about the accessory options for our OI-30 here.
For a simpler, more minimalistic option, you may want to choose a contemporary handle design, or for a more decorative asset for your door – you may want to opt for Origin’s Heritage Classic Handle. Consider the strength, style, durability and practicality for your handle choice. The option you choose depends on your unique style and the interior design of your home.
Choose a reputable supplier
When considering the quality of internal doors, always choose a supplier that comes highly recommended and has a good reputation in the industry. It can be useful to research customer reviews and testimonials to provide you with the added reassurance of a company's service and esteemed reputation. A high-quality internal room divider supplier will also provide you with bespoke options, to ensure your door style matches your individual requirements.
If environmental considerations are important, look for a business that offers eco-friendly solutions. You may want to choose a supplier who manufactures and sells in the UK, as this can minimise carbon footprint. Using a UK-based supplier can also speed up lead times, and prevent the risk of there being any delays.
Warranty and guarantee
Quality products will also come with a reassuring warranty and guarantee, and this is something that is hugely important to check before you purchase an internal room divider. At Origin, we offer a warranty of up to 20-years on our Internal Doors.
Are you looking for a steel-look internal door? See more information on the OI-30 here.
What are the benefits of aluminium internal room dividers?
Aluminium internal room dividers boast a wealth of benefits, so it's easy to see why this is such a popular choice when it comes to internal doors. An aluminium frame door offers excellent strength and durability, ensuring it will withstand a lot of use for a long time to come.
Aluminium provides a sleek, classic appearance and fits in well with the popular industrial-style that is sought-after in many residential and commercial properties. In addition to this, aluminium can also go well alongside many other materials, textures and colours - so will blend seamlessly into any kind of setting. Steel-look aluminium doors, such as Origin’s OI-30, also offer a steel-look design and industrial aesthetic without compromising the benefits of using aluminium.
Find out more about choosing industrial-style internal room dividers here .
What are bespoke internal room dividers, and what are their benefits?
Opting for bespoke internal room dividers enables you to choose the doors that truly meet your needs, without having to make any compromises. You can pick the most appropriate configuration and specification to match your specific taste and practical demands.
When you choose Origin for your internal room dividers, you can customise multiple factors to tailor the design to your desired appearance such as different sizes and configurations, various handle styles and colours, and vertical and horizontal bar options. You can also choose the glass glazing option you desire for your door. So, whether you'd prefer clear glass to allow natural light to flood in, or reeded or frosted glass for extra privacy - the choice is entirely yours. Please liaise with your local Trade Partner to discuss glazing options, as Origin do not provide the glass.
For a traditional look that oozes style and sophistication, you may also want to choose a door that has Georgian-style bar trims. At Origin, our OI-30 allows you the option to add as many horizontal or vertical glazing bars as you choose, up to a maximum of two vertical and six horizontal. For example – you may want to increase the number of glazing bars to deliver a full heritage or Art Deco look, or you may want to decrease the number of glazing bars for a more minimalistic design and larger glass panels.
You can our internal doors configuration guide for more information on your options .
Why is it important to buy from a reputable supplier?
Choosing a reputable supplier for your internal room dividers ensures you get a high-quality product that's durable, at a good price. You're also more likely to receive great customer service from start to finish with a reputable supplier, as well as convenient lead times and assistance with any questions you might have.
A reputable supplier will also take factors such as the environment and safety of its products into account, often obtaining industry recognition and accreditation along the way. Origin are proud to be ISO 14001 (Environmental), ISO 9001 (Quality) and ISO 45001 (Health and Safety) accredited.
Origin Internal Doors – OI-30
Our OI-30 is perfect for those who are looking for a stylish statement piece for dividing a space. Ideal for different types of settings including both commercial and residential uses - our Georgian-style Internal Doors are made from ultra-tough aluminium. This ensures both durability and eco-friendly credentials are guaranteed, while still providing an attractive industrial aesthetic.
Our OI-30 Internal Doors are also powdercoated to withstand relentless exposure to the elements and UV light, along with the everyday excitement and vigour of family life.
With Origin's OI-30, you can tailor your requirements according to a wide range of factors, such as colour, size and style. Offering a wide variety of handle designs and materials including electroplated brass and satin nickel all with PVD coating, our OI-30 Internal Doors offer a perfect option for everyone. Choose between Single Doors, French Doors, Fixed Screen, or a corner configuration option to create the perfect bespoke divider for your space.
Get in touch with your local Origin installer today for further advice and information.