Flush panel doors and routered doors have some things in common - for starters, they are both types of interior doors that are commonly used in homes or commercial buildings.
But to help you decide how to choose between a flush panel door or a routered door for your needs, it’s important to understand the differences.
The main differences between a routered door and a flush panel door have to do with their design and construction.
Let’s take a closer look at a flush panel door to explain in more detail.
Flush Panel Door
A flush panel door is a simple and sleek door style that features a flat surface on each side of the door. Because of the clean lines of this aesthetic, flush panel doors are typically chosen to create a contemporary look and feel. Of course, how you set the style of your own home’s interior - whether its original architectural style is Victorian, art deco, Edwardian…or whatever - is ultimately always up to you.
The panels of a flush door are typically made from a solid core material, such as particleboard or MDF (medium-density fibreboard), which is then covered with a thin veneer of wood or another material. Our range of flush panel doors offers you the choice of a diverse selection of timber veneers to match your decor - from Blackbutt to Tasmanian Oak, to Victorian Ash…and lots more.
Flush panel doors are usually smooth and do not have any visible detailing or grooves on the surface. This element of their design gives them a minimalist look that is ideal for modern homes. These doors are often used in contemporary or minimalist interior designs where a simple and understated aesthetic is desired.
Routed Door:
A routed door is a door that has been crafted with decorative grooves, patterns, or designs on the surface of the door. The routing process involves using a router tool to shape the surface of the door. By cutting out specific designs or patterns, a more intricate and textured look is created.
Routed doors can feature various designs, including raised panels, recessed panels, or decorative moulding, depending on the desired style and level of detail. The choice is yours - and at Australian Mouldings and Doors, choice is something you will always have plenty of!
If you’re a stickler for adhering to a specific aesthetic that carries through every exterior and interior design element of your property, it’s worth noting that routered doors are often used in traditional or classic interior designs where a more ornate and decorative door style is preferred.
To recap, you’ll recognise a flush panel door by its smooth and flat surface with no visible detailing, while a routed door is identifiable because of its more ornate and detailed features, which may include decorative grooves or patterns that add texture and visual interest to the door.
Each type of door offers a unique aesthetic appeal and can be chosen to complement the overall design theme and style of the space you are finishing.
Don’t forget that, no matter what renovation project or building project you’re about to take on, our team of design experts can help cut through any confusion you might have - whether that’s about the difference between routered doors and flush panel doors, or any other question you might have to help you make your home look exactly the way you want it.
