Browse Forums Windows & Doors Re: Built in robes : Sliding Vs hinged doors 22Apr 30, 2009 7:30 pm Blog: http://bluemistkids.blogspot.com "Never be afraid to try something new. Remember, amateurs built the ark, and professionals built the Titanic." Re: Built in robes : Sliding Vs hinged doors 28Jun 03, 2009 12:29 am tjilpi We have sliding and I reeeally dont like them. They are all mirror, which is good as our room is small, and the rose colored glass, so not too harsh. But they are always a pain to slide and jumping off the tracks and getting stuck. They are more than 10 years old, so maybe that's half the problem. They are also very big, going to the roof and quite wide. Could also be my fantastic (not) housekeeping skills. However, we have another closet which is hinged and never seems to be able to stay shut, so both have their issues If working correctly, the doors shouldn't be a pain to slide, jump off the tracks or get stuck. The age of the doors with those symptoms would indicate that they are suffering from general wear and tear caused by standard use. Deviant.SA - Noticing build quality differences since 2005 I personally think pivot door are over the top, as you said a bit impractical having a small useless section and poor insulation. I’m pretty happy with a 920x 2040 with… 1 314 we have a standard size and often we have a lot of variety to choose 0 3576 We are looking for sliding doors which are 5 metres tall. There are a few European options. Any manufacturers in Australia or distributors? 0 5039 |