What halls need from a door
Hall and drawing room doors are used for guests, so they should look good, open wide for people and furniture and give privacy when needed. They often serve as a statement between the entrance and the living areas.
Double and wide doors
Double doors of 1.5 to 2.0 metres suit formal drawing rooms and halls, and give a grand opening. Use strong frames and hinges, and flush bolts for the passive leaf. See double door designs.
Glass and light
Glass panels or frosted glass bring light between rooms, and reeded or patterned glass keeps privacy. Use safety glass. In TV lounges, avoid clear glass opposite screens that cause reflections.
Sliding and partition doors
Sliding and folding partitions let you open or close a space, joining a lounge and a dining area for gatherings. Use heavy tracks and quality rollers. See PVC sliding doors and folding doors.
Arches and openings
A decorative arch or opening without a door gives a flowing plan, and a door in an arch adds character. Plan the structure early since arches need proper support and lintels.
Sound and privacy
TV lounges and prayer rooms may need sound control. Use solid doors, seals and heavy leaves, and add curtains. See soundproof doors and windows.
Materials and colours
Polished wood, veneer and painted doors look best in halls, with colours that match the furniture and floor. Dark woods suit formal rooms, while light colours suit modern ones. See room door colours.
Indicative costs
These ranges show common figures per pair including frame.
| Door | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Plywood or veneered double door | PKR 32,000 - 80,000 |
| Glazed double door | PKR 45,000 - 120,000 |
| Solid wood carved double door | PKR 120,000 - 300,000 |
| Sliding partition, per sq ft | PKR 700 - 1,800 |
| Hardware and fitting | PKR 8,000 - 30,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
A short checklist
Choose wide, strong doors, add safe glass, plan sound control and match finishes to furniture. Walk through the plan with furniture in mind: measure the widest sofa or cabinet that must pass, check the swing against the circulation route and think about how the doors will look when they are open, since open doors are often as visible as closed ones.Fitting should be done by a trained carpenter or fixer, and the frame and wall checked for level before the door is hung. Keep the specification, drawings and finish details in one folder and compare at least two quotes on the same list, because small differences in thickness, core and hardware explain most price gaps. Ask for delivery and fitting dates in writing and inspect each door on arrival before the carpenter leaves.
Frequently Asked Questions
A wide double or glazed door with a strong frame and a finish matching the room. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
As indicative ranges, a veneered double door is about PKR 32,000 to 80,000 and a solid carved pair about PKR 120,000 to 300,000. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
Safety glass brings light, and frosted glass keeps privacy. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
A solid door with seals, or a sliding partition. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Yes, with proper structural support. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Usually the same working day once you send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo. The reply is a written rate with the model, warranty and delivery listed, so you can compare it against other quotes line by line. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.