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 Beauty and fashion, health updates, pets, gadgets DIY Choosing a new door In the last issue, we discussed measuring for a new door. Now we will choose our new door.  If you can't fit a swing door, a sliding door or accordian door may be the answer.
Pic 3 This is a narrow door into an en suite bathroom.
Pic 4 This door had to be custom made. This need not be expensive if you shop around. At just over €600, it was cheaper than a similar one in a local large DIY store and fitting was included in the cost! It aways pays to check out the local tradesmen.
Pic 5 A modern version of a traditional door. This is also aluminium, supplied and fitted by the local carpinteria for a very reasonable price.
You need to choose door furniture which will complement your existing style. You may also need to consider whether children or someone with arthritis or other special needs will be using the door. They find a lever-type handle easier to manage.
Next issue: how to hang a door.
Useful vocabulary Door - puerta Hinge - bisagra Door Handle - tirador Wood - madera Glass - cristal Wood chip - chapa de madera Varnish - barniz Aluminium - aluminio
If you would like any advice on this or any other DIY topics, contact Robert on 922 814073, mobile 605 469352 or email rjmcalees@yahoo.com
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