Composite front Door

A residential property in the leafy village of Bricket Wood required a new front door to replace an old, weathered timber door that had swollen, warped, and allowed cold air to pour into the hallway. The existing door also showed signs of rot at the bottom panel and had a worn-out locking mechanism that raised security concerns. The goal was to install a secure, energy-efficient, and low-maintenance composite front door to enhance kerb appeal, improve thermal performance, and provide lasting durability.

Our Solution

We supplied and installed a premium composite front door tailored to the property’s traditional style. Composite doors are constructed with multiple layers, making them extremely strong while providing superior insulation compared to single-layer doors. The solution included:

• High-density polyurethane foam core for excellent insulation and structural rigidity
• Glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) outer skin resistant to fading, warping, cracking, and swelling
• Traditional panel design with decorative obscured double-glazed panels
• External finish in anthracite grey (RAL 7016) for a sleek, modern kerb appeal
• Internal finish in white (RAL 9010) to match the hallway decor
• Five-point multi-point locking system with anti-snap cylinders for enhanced security
• Stainless steel hinges and a concealed letterbox with brush draught seal
• Matching anthracite grey handles and hardware externally, with white handles internally
• Compressible foam gasket around the entire frame for airtight sealing
• Low-maintenance finish that will not require painting or staining over time

Installation Process

• Conducted precise laser measurement of the existing door opening
• Removed old timber front door and frame carefully to preserve surrounding brickwork and internal decoration
• Disposed of all waste materials responsibly
• Inspected and prepared the structural opening, lintel, and sub-cill, ensuring the aperture was level and square for proper installation
• Installed new composite door frame using galvanised fixings and expanding foam
• Positioned the composite door slab using packers at all fixing points for perfect alignment
• Hung the door slab on stainless steel hinges and adjusted for smooth operation
• Fitted the double-glazed decorative panels into the door
• Installed multi-point locking mechanism and tested all locks and keys
• Applied internal and external silicone seals for full weatherproofing
• Adjusted hinges for perfect alignment and smooth closing action
• Completed thorough clean of door, frame, glass, handles, and surrounding area