Composite Front Doors Versus uPVC Doors

• Enhanced security features
• Steel reinforced
• Extra tough glass for added security
• Internally glazed, multi-chambered
• Secure handles
• High-performance door hinges with multiple adjustments for ease of installation
• High-security multi-point door lock Multipoint locking, with two hook locks and a mortice lock, and latch options
• Anti-Bump, Anti-Pick, Anti- Drill, Anti-Snap, Anti-Extraction secure system
• Intruders will know a door is a composite door and will be less likely to break in as they know how secure they are
• Excellent U-values to provide greater energy efficiency with a high-density thermal high-density foam insulating core, offering both sound reduction and heat retention
• High-performance weather-seals
• Minimal care and maintenance required
• Designed to withstand heavy impacts
• Resistant against surface marks or scratches
• Brush seals and Q-Lon weather seal gaskets to provide superior weather performance
• Extremely durable and long lasting
• Not prone to rust or corrosion
• Variety of colour options
• Doors colour match frames
• Variety of styles to suit your home or business

There aren’t any disadvantages of Composite Front Doors versus a uPVC Front Doors apart from them being slightly more expensive. The price difference will vary and depend on the quality of the doors and the company you use to supply and install it.

Composite front doors come in both traditional and modern styles and you can design your door by choosing its colour, glass panes, letterbox, door handle, whether it opens out or in, which side the hinges are fitted and if you want to add additional security.

As with any product, there will be some benefits of a product that you won’t get from another so you need to look at them all as a summary to make your decision. A steel front door will be extremely strong but will be heavy and less thermally efficient compared to a composite door. Timber doors are also strong, however, as a natural product, they are susceptible to thermal movement, letting warm air out and cold air in. Composite doors are overall best as they offer increased energy efficiency, exceptional security, low maintenance and cost less in comparison.

A composite door will last for years and years and good and reputable suppliers will have a 10-year product guarantee from installation and some even offer a security pledge. A security pledge demonstrates the confidence a supplier has in its product and normally means they will replace any damaged door which has been forced open by an intruder via the multi-point locking system.

Composite doors with wooden cores can warp over time however this doesn’t happen with high-density foam core – composite doors remain flat and straight. High-density foam core also provides better soundproofing and insulation than timber

A new ‘A-rated’ energy composite door will reduce the warm air escaping and prevent the cold air from coming in, also keeping your home or business cooler in the summer which will reduce your energy costs at certain times of the year. Older windows and doors are more likely to allow heat to escape from your home or business, which in turn will increase your energy bill.

You won’t ever need to worry about painting your composite front door like you would a timber door as the weather-resistant coating keeps its colours fresh and minimises any scratches or marks, it will just need a quick wipe every now and then. The door colour chosen is applied throughout the GRP (glass reinforced plastic) ensuring there is no fading caused by the weather elements.

Composite doors are made from high-quality materials and the way they are produced makes them secure, durable, energy-efficient and easy to care for. Their outer coating is weather-resistant and this makes them keep their colour, with no fading or warping. All you need to do is wash it regularly with a soft cloth and warm soapy water when it needs it and lubricate its hinges and any other moving parts every 6 months or so to keep it looking bright, fresh and new for many years to come.

Yes, a composite door can have one window or multiple small windows incorporated into its design. When you are deciding on your composite door ask your supplier to give you examples of the styles you can have.

Yes, you can choose to include or not include a letterbox in a composite door.

Composite doors come in such a variety of colours including, white, black, grey, brown, red, wood effect and many more. Your supplier should give you an option for colours and styles so you can make it unique to you and your home or business.

It would normally take anything from 3-4 hours to install a new composite door, however, your supplier will be able to tell you this when you place your order. The colour you choose is applied throughout the GRP (glass reinforced plastic), ensuring it doesn’t fade or peel from the effect of the elements.

It is normally not possible for a composite door to be fitted in an existing door frame as they come in complete door sets. The frame is crucial to ensure you get all the benefits you should do from a new composite door.

You would normally get 2-3 keys with a new composite door, however, this will depend on your supplier and they will normally give you an option of having more if you need them.

uPVC is the material that the frame of a double-glazed window is made off. The material is based on plastic powder (plasticized polyvinyl chloride), which is heated and then injected and moulded to form its shape.

A uPVC front door is a double-glazed door that is less expensive compared to a composite door. They are easily cleaned and maintained by using a soft cloth and warm soapy water. uPVC doors are more draft proof and energy-efficient compared to timber and steel doors, however, not as thermally efficient, strong and as secure as a composite front door.

uPVC doors have a multi-point locking system and they can come in a variety of colours and styles that you choose to make your home or business really stand out. They are, however, not made from the strongest material to deter and keep out any potential intruders.

uPVC doors come in many styles and colours and you can choose which design you want to match your home or business including glass panes or multiple panes if you wish, letterbox, handles, if they open in or out and which side the hinges are fitted.

uPVC doors can have one glass window incorporated or 3 or 4 smaller windows as part of its design. Your supplier will give you a range of choices and you can design your own uPVC door to your own specification.

uPVC doors now come in many colours, including the more traditional black or white, bright colours and wood effects.

A uPVC door can cost anything from £800 – £1000 (fitted) depending on the size and style you choose.

uPVC doors have good insulation properties resulting in a high-energy efficiency compared to timber and steel doors as well as costing less than doors made from these materials. uPVC is easy to maintain and they aren’t prone to rust or corrosion. Wood doors need treating every couple of years to keep them looking good and to keep the elements out.

Composite doors are extremely long-lasting and proven to be more durable and safe compared to uPVC doors, however, they are more expensive but this is a minimal cost when you look at the additional benefits you get from a composite door.

A composite door is more secure, sturdy and thermally efficient compared to a uPVC door, however, they are more expensive. We would always advise that you go for a composite door if you can as it will last longer and keep you safer.

• Look at a Composite Door Companies website to see if it looks up to date and professional
• Look at their customer reviews on their website and using the internet
• Professional and reputable composite door companies will offer you a free no-obligation home or business appointment
• They will be able to confidently talk about their product range and the benefits and disadvantages of each one
• They will offer you a free no-obligation quote
• They will offer you free fitting for your new composite door
• Their door installation will be carried out by fully trained specialists who will install your new door quickly and efficiently
• They will provide you with a set of keys to your new composite door and be able to provide with more if you need them
• Their doors will be guaranteed for a minimum of 10 years
• They will offer you a minimum of a 10-year security pledge which means they will replace a damaged door which has been forced open by an intruder via the multi-point locking system
• They will tell you how to maintain your new composite door to prevent any issues, giving you peace of mind that your home and business is secure 24 hours a day 365 days a year

We have over 30-years’ experience in the door and window industry and have been voted the best in Bristol for customer satisfaction based on our customer’s reviews.

We have achieved this by providing award-winning service, quality assured products and money-saving deals to all our customers.

Our ethos is to improve our customers living standards by delivering great products and providing amazing customer service, and every one of our team is committed to this.

We offer a free, no-obligation home or business visit with one of our expert designers along with free, no-obligation quotes.

We offer a wide range of windows, doors and conservatories to suit your style and budget and will work with you to design the perfect one for you.

We offer a free fitting service.

We specialise in composite doors, double glazed and triple glazed windows (uPVC and aluminum), bi-fold doors and conservatories and we use industry-leading suppliers to bring you nothing but the best.

We offer free no-obligation quotes and we beat any like for like quote to ensure you get the best deal around.

You can pay a small deposit for the work to commence and we offer a 0% finance option.

We offer high-specification composite doors at affordable prices.

Our composite doors are the new standard in door innovation and if security is important to you then you shouldn’t look anywhere else. Our Rock-Solid Composite Doors are premium doors which utilise the benefits of different materials to provide great strength, durability, anti-theft and stylish looks at affordable prices.

Our Rock-Solid Composite Doors are manufactured to an extremely high quality and specification and as a result, they are strong, durable, secure and attractive. Their GRP (glass reinforced plastic) skins are depression moulded and feature a timber grain effect along with high definition panels which results in an authentic timber like door with all the advantages:

• 70mm featured outer frame
• 4mm uPVC casing (the standard is 2mm
• High-density foam core resulting in excellent energy efficiency A+
• U-values starting from 1.4 W/m2K
• Secured by Design – 2016 PAS 24:2016
• Internally glazed, multi-chambered
• Millenco high-security multi-point door lock
• High-performance door hinges with multiple adjustments for ease of installation
• High-performance Q-Lon weather-seal
• Industry-leading Ultion 3 star locks ((Anti-Bump, Anti-Pick, Anti- Drill, Anti-Snap, Anti-Extraction) system
• Steel reinforced and steel-reinforced frame
• Excellent in both sound reduction and heat retention
• Minimal maintenance
• 10-year guarantee on the doors, frames, and installation
• 10-year security pledge

To find out more about our Composite Front Doors or any of our other products including; double glazed windows, bi-fold doors and conservatories contact us today on 0117 327 0127 and one of our experts will be able to answer any questions you may have.

Composite doors can very in price, depending on dimensions, specification and brand. A quality composite doors in the UK should costs around £1300 (including vat and installation).

The best composite door comes down to your needs as all doors are not made equal. External door installation companies might use composite doors that have proven themselves over the years. There are 3 things you can look at which are indicative of quality, check reviews online to see how satisfied other people have been with the door, quality composite doors should come with a 10+ year guarantee, and find a respectable fitting company as this will reduce potential issues.

Use a soft damp cloth and warm mildly soapy water only. Afterward, rinse the surface with warm clean water and dry with a soft clean cloth. Do not use abrasive, chemical brass cleaners, wire wool, wire brushes or scouring pads as these will mark the finish over time and void your guarantees.