So which type of Composite Door do you choose?

As a homeowner you want your home to present a good first impression, a good looking front door really helps to make your home stand out from the crowd for the right reasons. Traditionally wooden doors have been the most popular choice, upvc then became popular as the doors lasted for many years and required no maintenance; now new advances mean that composite doors are rapidly becoming the customers favourite.

Modern composite doors offer all the benefits you would expect including long life span, high levels of security, no maintenance, a huge array of styles and colours to choose from and are good at helping to reduce your heating bills. As the doors do not rot or warp these benefits will continue throughout the doors life span!

Of the types of composite door on the market, two types are more popular.

First the standard composite door is around 44mm thick, has a solid frame and is then filled with a foam which once dry is solid, this foam is also thermally very efficient. The doors are usually supplied within a upvc frame. They are coated with a GRP finish, GRP stands for glass reinforced plastic, this coating not only gives the door its woodgrain finish and colour it is also waterproof. GRP was first developed in the UK during the Second World War, and is used by ship builders as it’s super strong and great and withstanding the elements.

Second are the doors with a solid wooden core, if you like the idea of a traditional wooden door but hate the idea of the regular maintenance and then this second type of door may be for you. The quality solid timer core doors usually start life as a solid hardwood block external fire door that is machined to suit the style required. The doors are then encapsulated within a highly durable plastic edge banding and two thermo plastic door skins to protect the wood from the weather and elements. Being 48mm thick they offer great security and thermal efficiency.

If you are considering buying one of these stunning doors you should ensure that the doors meet all the usually accreditations such as PAS23 and PAS24. They should all be accredited by one of the police approved schemes such as the Secured by Design scheme. Ensure they also come with a comprehensive 10 year guarantee.

There are now many composite front door suppliers online who offer advice and have a vast number of designs to choose from. When it comes down to which type of composite door you choose, consider carefully the level of security and thermal efficiency you require, the styles you like and your budget. Ask your supplier for their guidance and help to ensure you get the door that will complement your home perfectly.