If you’re looking to upgrade the doors in your home, you’ve come to the right place. It can be confusing at first to understand which style is right for you – so we’ve put together a handy guide to help you decide.
It’s important to remember that these categories aren’t mutually exclusive. For example, patio doors can also be UPVC. If you’re in any doubt, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01234 771100 where we can advise you.
Aluminium Doors
Aluminium is one of the strongest door materials you can have. It’s three times stronger than timber whilst still remaining lightweight, which is great for peace of mind when it comes to security.
As with each style of door, aluminium also offers great thermal insulation. The material minimises heat transfer, which is becoming increasingly important for those trying to keep energy bills low.
One thing that not everyone knows when it comes to aluminium doors is the lifespan. Aluminium can actually be recycled repeatedly without any loss of quality, with a lifespan of roughly 40 years. When you’re looking for doors that will stand the test of time, aluminium is a great material to consider.
Bi-fold Doors
Most commonly used in gardens or conservatories, bi-fold doors are fully glazed doors that fold and slide open. With a ceiling-to-floor design, they’re a great option for those wanting to maximise light in their homes.
A great benefit of bi-folds is that their ability to completely open up your space. They take up little room, even when they’re open, due to the fact they fold back on themselves. They can open up your wall completely, building the illusion of more space.
Composite Doors
Composite doors are the perfect choice for those looking to upgrade their front door. Combining traditional and modern materials, they offer visually appealing styles to boost your kerb appeal.
Most people’s number one priority for a front-door is security. It’s only natural to want enough dependability that if someone did try to forcibly enter your home, they wouldn’t be successful.
The rigidity and strength of composite doors make them very sturdy – and a great choice for security.
Patio Doors
The term patio doors can include many different types of door. A popular patio door choice is the previously mentioned bi-fold, but can also include sliding or French.
Patio doors are a great idea if you’re looking to bring the outside, in. Regardless of which style you choose, most types are an easy way to modernise your home and maximise light.
Maximising light is important not only on an aesthetic level, but because natural light can also contribute to heating your home in the warmer months. The more you can utilise the sun to heat your home, the less you have to spend on energy bills.
UPVC Doors
UPVC doors, standing for plasticised polyvinyl chloride, is a popular choice in many UK homes. Whilst it carries the same benefits that you can expect with all our products (great insulation, security and quality), there are some other benefits that other materials don’t have.
Firstly, UPVC as a material is incredibly sustainable. The manufacturing process uses less energy compared to their counterparts. Whilst environmental impacts aren’t a dealbreaker for many, it’s useful to know your choice can be benefitting the world around you.
If creaking door sounds are something you hear regularly, UPVC could be worth looking into. Even in bad weather, this material rarely makes noise.
If you’re looking to upgrade the doors in your home, give us a call on 01234 771100 or get in touch here to see how we can help.
