By Ashleigh
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January 25, 2020
All of the doors we supply and fit are produced to a British Standard and also are fitted with British standard locks; however, check with whoever you decide to buy from that this is the case. We also offer a range of doors and door security to suit every customers needs. In this market the choice of doors and security can be overwhelming. A lot of our customers come to us perplexed not knowing which options are right for them. Here is a breakdown of the differences between our composite doors, UPVC doors and locking systems to clear up some of this confusion.
Solidor - composite door
A Solidor is constructed of a 44mm solid timber core that is lead free and has a 5 chamber profile. This profile uses 100% recycled reinforcing and is very strong and thermally efficient. The locking system consists of, as standard, 2 hook locks, 3 hinge protectors and a latch lock. The locking cylinder is an Ultion cylinder which is an exceptional lock as it has a laser cut key specific to the door which can not be copied by a key cutter. To know if it is a real Solidor, knock on the door and you should hear a solid core and not hollow.
Palladio - composite door
A Palladio door is composed of 65mm fibreglass reinforced Monocoque composite door. It is a double rebated door ensuring exceptional draught prevention. Comes as standard with a 9-point locking system consisting of 2 hook locks, 2 shoot bolts, 4 roller locks and a dead latch lock. This composite door has a combined U value of 0.64.
Smart Designer Door - composite door
A Smart Designer Door is comprised of aluminium polyamide. Every door is made of customised aluminium moulding. The polyamide acts as a thermal barrier making the door thermally efficient. This door comes as standard with a 10-point locking system.
Foam composite door
A foam composite door is composed of a rigid foam infill panel and is finished with a GRP outer skin.
UPVC panel door
This door is comprised a solid UPVC panel. Available in a range of finishes and can mimic the look of a composite door without the extra security of a composite core. These will match closely with UPVC window rather than being a feature.
UPVC door
A UPVC door is a door comprised of UPVC midrail and transom paired with UPVC panels.
If you have any questions regarding door types and how to differentiate them, please feel free to contact the office.