16 things to consider when buying a new front door

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Your front door can dramatically change how your home looks and a new one is a great way to freshen up your home. What do you need to consider when deciding on your new front door?

Design

  • Is your style traditional or modern? Consider what design you would like, you can choose from a range of glazing patterns as well as how much or how little glass you want in your door.
  • Make your door your own by personalising it with colour. Our uPVC entrance doors are available in any of the multitude of RAL colours and our composite doors have a wide range of stunning finishes.
  • Hardware can truly enhance your door and make it stand out from the rest. Would you like an authentic iron knocker or do you prefer a bell? How about a tear drop handle or a pewter letter plate? Hardware is particularly effective at giving your door and home a traditional feel.
  • What size would you like your door to be? Do you prefer the look of extra wide doors that make an impression?
  • Glazing is important when it comes to your front door. It can be decorative and allow you to have bespoke patterns and colours and by having side or top lights they can be functional too. Fill your home with light using windows on either side or above your door.

Performance

  • What should it be made from? You have so much choice with front doors. Do you want reliable uPVC or a high-quality composite door?
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  • Energy efficiency is an important consideration when looking at entrance doors. Ineffective doors can let draughts in as well as letting your warmth escape. Our uPVC entrance doors have a multichambered profile which provides superb thermal and acoustic insulation. Our composite doors with a thermally insulating core will ensure your front door never lets your home down.
  • Security is extremely important when it comes to your home. All of our doors achieve PAS24 and Secured by Design accreditation to offer you peace of mind. This demonstrates that they’ve passed rigorous testing and will provide exceptional protection against intrusion. What sort of locks do you want? Choose from shoot bolts, deadbolts or even smart locking mechanisms that don’t require a key.
  • Extra security measures include a spy hole and chain to ensure you always know who you’re opening the door to. Choose a company and door that prioritises security for your family.
  • How much time do you want to spend maintaining your door? uPVC requires very little maintenance except a basic clean and our composite doors are the same. With a GRP skin that looks like real wood, simply cleaning off any dirt will keep it in tiptop condition.

Extras

  • If you’re lucky enough to live in a conservation area, you’ll be limited with how much you can change your door. Contact your local authority to find out what improvements you can make to your home.
  • Is accessibility a concern for your family? Think about what type of threshold your door will need and what sort of door will suit.
  • Have you considered other ways to enhance your home around your door? How about a canopy to protect visitors from the rain or a porch to give your family some extra space to store shoes and coats?

A reliable company for your new front door

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  • Would you feel more reassured with a guarantee for your door? Here at Win-Dor, although we’re sure you’ll love your new front door, we offer a 10 year guarantee on all our products.
  • Do you have a budget for your new door? Saving money is great for your wallet but cutting corners when it comes to home improvements can be a false economy. Choosing the cheaper option could mean you’re compromising on security or efficiency. Ensure your new front door does everything you need it to.
  • Ensure you’re choosing the right company to install your new front door. Here at Win-Dor, we have a wide selection of uPVC and composite doors to suit every home. With efficient and friendly service, we will provide your home with doors that will boost your kerb appeal and keep your home safe and warm. Get in touch today to find out what a new front door from us can do for you.