Flush Door Guide: Plain Flat Doors With Plywood, MDF and Block Board Cores, Laminate, Veneer and Paint Finishes, Thickness, Frames, Indicative Rates, Fitting and Quality Checks in Pakistan
A flush door is a plain, flat door with no raised panels, built as a frame and core covered with a skin, and it is the most common interior door in Pakistani homes because it is clean, light and inexpensive. Prices run from about PKR 8,000 to PKR 28,000 per leaf. This page covers plywood, MDF and block board cores, laminate, veneer and paint finishes, thickness, frames, indicative rates, fitting and quality checks. For related pages see melamine doors, Malaysian panel doors and door frames.
How a flush door is made
A flush door has a timber or composite frame with a core, such as block board, particle board or honeycomb, covered both sides with plywood, MDF or hardboard skins, then finished with laminate, veneer or paint. Edges are lipped for a neat look.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common retail figures per leaf.
| Door | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Basic hardboard-skin flush door | PKR 6,000 - 10,000 |
| Plywood door, paint grade | PKR 8,000 - 14,000 |
| Laminate door | PKR 11,000 - 20,000 |
| Veneer door, polished | PKR 14,000 - 28,000 |
| Frame, per door | PKR 4,000 - 12,000 |
| Fitting and lock | PKR 2,000 - 6,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Core and skin
Block board and good plywood cores are strong and screw-holding, while honeycomb cores are light and cheaper but weaker. Skins of 4 to 6 millimetres give a better surface than thin hardboard. Ask what the core and skin are, and whether they are moisture resistant.
Finishes
Laminate is tough and easy to clean, veneer gives a real wood look that is polished, and paint gives any colour. Choose by room: laminate for busy rooms, veneer for bedrooms and living areas. See melamine doors.
Thickness and sizes
Standard leaves are 32 to 40 millimetres thick, 2.1 metres high and 0.75 to 0.9 metres wide. Main doors need greater thickness and a solid core. Bathrooms need waterproof types, see plastic doors for bathrooms.
Frames and fitting
Use a straight hardwood or steel frame, fix it plumb with anchors and hang the leaf on three hinges with a small gap around. Poor frames cause sagging and rubbing. Fitting should be done by a trained carpenter or fixer, and the frame and wall checked for level before the door is hung.
Quality checks
Check for flat faces, tight corners, even edge lipping and no bubbles in the laminate. Knock along the leaf for hollow spots. Ask for a warranty and the core description.
What to check before buying
- Core and skin. Stated, moisture resistant
- Finish. Even and sealed edges
- Thickness. 32 to 40 mm
- Frame and hinges. Straight, three hinges
Before you decide
Choose a block board or plywood core with a durable finish, check the frame and hang it properly. A well made door is a plain, tidy and low-cost interior choice. Ask for a sample corner and keep the specification sheet for any later matching door.
Frequently Asked Questions
A plain flat door with a frame, a core and covered faces, without raised panels. 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. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
As indicative ranges, a plywood door is about PKR 8,000 to 14,000 and a laminate door about PKR 11,000 to 20,000 per leaf. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
Block board or good plywood. 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. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Not unless made with waterproof materials, so use plastic or composite in bathrooms. 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.
Typically 32 to 40 millimetres. 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.
Send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo of the space. We reply with a written rate that names the model and the warranty, and lists what is and is not included, so the comparison with other sellers is fair.
Choosing a door?
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