Review of sliding systems for wardrobes: how to choose the best mechanism

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Sliding wardrobes became popular immediately after their invention, and continue to remain so for many years. The main reason is their ease of use, which is especially evident in small rooms.

Hanging systems for sliding wardrobes are convenient and reliable mechanisms, the scope of which is very wide. They are considered safer to use (when compared with support structures), although they are inferior to them in some other characteristics. Such systems are successfully used not only for the production of sliding wardrobes, but also for the installation of interior partition doors when dividing and zoning rooms, interior doors, etc. Due to the peculiarities of its design, this fitting operates almost flawlessly and is quite easy to install.

Practical advice

Experienced specialists note that the lower support system is more common. This is what is used to create stand-alone sliding wardrobes, that is, those that have a bottom and a lid. This system is inexpensive and easy to install.

In this case, the door will slide along the lower guide using rollers, which are installed in the lower horizontal profile of the structure.

As for top-hung systems, they are used for cases where the cabinet is built-in. This system is also used when arranging interior partitions. Its main fundamental difference is that compartment doors are hung on the top rail. The latter is attached to the ceiling or to the cabinet lid. This guide takes on the weight of the entire structure.

Top-hung structures, although more difficult to install, have an important advantage. It consists in the absence of a lower guide. This is especially convenient when arranging partitions, when it is undesirable for there to be any obstacles on the floor. In this case, the upper guide must be fixed very securely.

In addition, the upper guide also needs additional decoration, since almost all manufacturers make it solely for the purpose of load-bearing function, but not decorative. As a result, the top-hung system is more expensive and more difficult to install. However, this does not mean at all that it is not popular. Top-hung systems are preferred by many manufacturers of built-in wardrobes.

We’ll talk in more detail about how exactly to attach compartment doors to a top-hung system a little later. First, let's look at what materials all sliding systems are made from. It could be:

• steel;
• aluminum;
• tree;
• combined materials.

Steel systems are distinguished by the fact that they are inexpensive and do not require special skills for installation. Recently, they are increasingly being replaced by aluminum models. Steel systems are also distinguished by the fact that they are tightly packed onto the doors with dense internal filling around the entire perimeter. Moreover, it does not matter what material the door is made of. It can be either a mirror or chipboard ten millimeters thick.

Aluminum systems are distinguished by a variety of assortments, which is the main advantage. Their production is not difficult. Aluminum is a fairly malleable material, so each manufacturer can produce profiles for wardrobes in any unusual shape. This is especially true for those cases when you need to take into account the interior of the room. In this case, the product will properly perform its main function.

In addition, profiles made of aluminum are painted in different colors. It can also have an anodized or film coating. The film can imitate, for example, the structure of wood or any other natural material.

As for the assembly method, aluminum structures are assembled into a frame, which is rigidly fixed using self-tapping screws. It is worth noting that the internal filling of the door does not play a role in this case, as is the case with steel systems. However, aluminum structures still provide rigidity to the door. A pleasant advantage is that aluminum sliding systems are affordable.

Wooden sliding systems are made only from natural material and in some cases decorated with baguettes or carvings. If we talk about combined type sliding systems, they are extremely rare on sale. As a rule, they are often made to order. At the same time, craftsmen can use a wide variety of materials. It all depends on the imagination and financial capabilities of the customer.

Now let's move on to how to properly hang doors on a top-hung system.

Installation of hanging systems for sliding doors

This is a special kit for sliding doors, which are equipped with rollers at two horizontal ends, allowing them to rest on the lower and/or upper support. This invention appeared as a solution to a very pressing problem facing many families - the need to rationally use the available space in their homes.

Hanging systems for sliding doors consist of several structural elements:

• The upper guide, the design of which includes special rails along which the rollers move.
• Rollers that take on the main load when moving doors.
• Carriages with a special stopping mechanism.
• A special aluminum profile with a special coating that does not allow the lower part of the sliding doors to deviate from the vertical.
• A closer that ensures accurate and smooth closing of compartment doors.

The main features of hanging systems for sliding wardrobes:

1. The door leaf does not require side profiles, which reduces the overall cost.
2. Sliding doors are mounted in such a way that the cabinet walls, rollers, limiting and guide profiles remain hidden.

What it is

When planning to order a wardrobe, you have to pay attention to a wide list of features and characteristics. One of the most important is rightly considered to be the system used for opening sliding doors.

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Hanging systems are a set of sliding doors, which are equipped with bottom-supporting or top-supporting rollers. They consist mainly of aluminum profiles, onto which a special coating is applied.

The system also includes closers. They are needed for more accurate, smooth and quiet closing of doors. The appearance of such structures is due to living conditions when there is not enough space in apartments, and it is necessary to make the most useful use of the available space.

Types of hanging systems for sliding wardrobe doors

Due to its versatility, this design is used for doors that are installed not only in residential premises, but also in premises for other purposes - office, medical, public, etc.

• Roller suspension system. The rollers move inside the guide, allowing the doors to open/close smoothly and accurately. There are two varieties - with lower and upper mounting of rollers.
• Frame. The material for this system is a steel or aluminum profile for sliding doors. The latter is more expensive, but has better abrasion resistance.
• Frameless. It has a minimal cost, but its service life is much shorter. The main disadvantage is deformation when humidity increases or temperature changes.
• Radial. Used for sliding doors of non-standard shape.

Types of rollers

The rollers in the guide profiles differ in material and weight of the structure. The use of one type or another depends on the door leaf and its features.

Types of rollers:

• steel;
• plastic;
• rubber;
• Teflon;
• tarmonide - made of composite.

Rollers can be selected based on the type and material of the door leaves, as well as the number of doors in the cabinet. In some systems, rollers play a major role, since this mechanism prevents doors from closing spontaneously and eliminates the need to use force to close them.

You should approach the choice of videos responsibly.

The main pros and cons of the suspension system for sliding doors

1. Withstands doors weighing up to 100 kg.
2. Thanks to the silent movement of doors, it maintains a comfortable atmosphere in the room.
3. The profile shape and strong fixation do not allow the running carriages to fall out (this is completely excluded).
4. Space saving is guaranteed.
5. It becomes easier to maintain order in the room. It takes on an aesthetic and neat appearance, since all things can be easily stored in the wardrobe.

The main disadvantage of the hanging system for sliding wardrobe doors is the relatively high cost and somewhat complicated installation when compared to bottom-supported structures. But this is more than compensated by the increased safety of their operation.

Calculations

To perform calculations correctly, it is convenient to use the diagrams and calculator offered on the RIAL.PRO website. To calculate the height of the door, an estimated additive is used, taking into account the distance from the top to the bottom of the cabinet. The finished system will not function if the calculations were performed incorrectly.

Using a calculator for sliding wardrobes, it is possible to correctly calculate all the details, taking into account the parameters of the niche and other measurements. Therefore, even a beginner can cope with the task.

Door assembly

Let's look at the assembly of sliding doors using the example of a structure made of 16 mm chipboard and 4 mm glass:

• The chipboard is installed in the dividing profile (in this case, you need to ensure that the protrusion of the chipboard in relation to the profile is the same);
• the profile is pressed tightly onto the chipboard using a mallet;
• a silicone seal is inserted into the profile groove;
• glass is inserted into the groove with the seal;
• a handle profile is installed, which is pressed tightly onto the structure with a mallet and then fixed with screws;
• A silicone seal is mounted between the handle profile and the glass insert.

After the above steps, you can begin marking the rollers and their further installation.

How to choose a cabinet mechanism

When choosing a mechanism to equip sliding wardrobes, first determine the material from which the panels are made and the weight. This is required to select the remaining mechanisms. For heavy doors use “s 215”. The device can withstand loads of up to 125 kg. For light fabrics, “s 015” is suitable.

To ensure structural stability, roller rails are installed both at the top and bottom. To control the door opening width level, a limiter (blocker) is used. It does not allow the canvases to move apart too far.

Rail elements are selected taking into account the number of doors and their material. The size of the roller tracks depends on the width of the cabinet.

Table by company

Several types and types of the most popular models of sliding systems:

In addition, one of the popular Turkish manufacturers of sliding systems for sliding wardrobes is