Style
Look at the shape, panel detail and overall character before narrowing the technical choices.
Choosing a composite door
Six useful decisions.
In the right order.
You do not need to become a door expert. A clear starting point makes the conversation with your installer easier.
Colour
Consider the brick, render, windows and interior as well as the door in isolation.
Glazing
Balance natural light, privacy and the visual detail you want.
Hardware
Handles, knockers, letterplates and finish bring the final combination together.
The doorset
Frame, threshold and other components matter to the completed entrance—not only the door slab.
Survey & quote
A trade professional confirms sizes, suitability, specification, price and installation details.
Light and privacy
Think about the view from both sides.
Glazing can brighten a hallway or kitchen without giving up control of privacy. Options such as integral blinds can make that balance practical day to day.
Your installer will confirm which glazing and blind options are available with your chosen door and specification.Keep it simple
Bring three things to your installer.
- A photograph of your existing entrance
- A few door images or colours you like
- What matters most: appearance, light, privacy or practical access
Product and performance
Confirm facts at specification.
Security, thermal performance, thresholds, hardware and compatibility depend on the confirmed doorset. Your installer will use the approved information for the exact product and configuration being quoted.
Ready to take the next step?
Create a starting design, or ask us to help you find a local installer who can survey, quote and confirm the final specification.