Composite doors – The money saver equation

August 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment


A door is so many things rolled into one. It is the bulwark that protects the inmates from external interference like burglary, or the activities of antisocial elements. It is the awning that protects the inhabitants from the adverse elements of nature like heat, cold, sun, rain, or snow. While a door is meant to protect people from elements of nature, it can also be designed to allow selective entry of the benignities that nature has to offer. For example, a door can be designed to let in or block sunlight as required by the residents. All these duties of a door are done to perfection by a Composite door that combines in it the elegance of the traditional wooden door with the security and practicality requirements of the present day.

Protection credentials of Composite doors are undisputed and it has several advantages over the prevalent UPVC doors. Outer frames of these doors are enforced with steel. Double glazed doors are fitted with tough glass that can withstand a high level of impact. Its security system is of the most advanced types. The multipoint locking facility of a Composite door is secured in the timber portion surrounding the door leaf. For better security, hook-bolts can be added to the top or bottom, based on user convenience. Yet another security enhancement measure that these doors have is a five-pin cylinder in the locking system. Drilling the lock is made difficult because of it.

The thermal insulation mechanism of a Composite door is perfect. Its thick door leaf fits flush into the frame. So there is practically no heat loss through the door as in conventional wooden doors or aluminum and UPVC doors. Many Composite doors are injected with polyurethane foam which has the ability to insulate better. All these maintain the warmth inside a home, increasing the comfort level of the residents, and make the home energy efficient. Saving of energy round the year translates into considerable money saving.

Maintenance costs of a Composite door is also much lesser than a wooden door. It does not require polishing. The glazed outer covering of the door substantially reduces scratches or dents so that a damaged door is an absolute rarity. There is no repainting involved and all the maintenance that this door needs is an occasional wiping with a cloth. Some of the companies give long warranties on a door. Even where there is no such long warranty, the durability of Composite doors is such that someone who buys it is unlikely to have to spend anything on it later.

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What is a Composite Door?

August 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment


GRP Composite doors are increasingly becoming the popular choice of entrance door for many home owners with some Composite door companies now offering the door in a array of luxury glass designs, styles and colours to suit all tastes. Available in seven different colours including red, blue, green, white and black and the more traditional colours of light oak and now rosewood. Coupled with a high gloss UV resistant film to give them a final sheen and with an attractive range of door furniture, the Composite door provides matching to any existing double glazing.

The Composite doors in the market today have been tested to the very limits. Fully protected against extreme weather conditions and forced entry attacks. A structural frame and hardwearing door furniture ensure the Composite door is secure and further more the door is 44mm thick compared to the commonplace upvc panel at 28mm, meaning it's extra tough. Burglars are going to hate all the Secured by Design locking features, Yale security system, tested to the latest PAS0234/24 security standards and the new state of the art electronic door viewer that records live images of visitors to your door!

These Composite doors give remarkable thermal performance and will help keep you more comfortable indoors than a wooden, timber, upvc or a aluminium door.  Guaranteed not to warp, discolour or peal and combined with the benefits of GRP plastic, the solid unglazed door set achieves a 'U' Value of 1.03 while the half glazed door acheives a 'U' Value of 1.46, perfect for keeping the digits on your energy bills down and you home warm too.  Excellent energy efficency, lower energy bills and better for the environment!

Overall, GRP Composite doors are by far the elite choice of entrance door available to buy today and with many double glazing companies now offering these doors on a DIY supply only basis you can pick one up for less than the price of a white upvc door, saving you up to 60% off the RRP whilst adding value and style to your property!

For information on composite doors and diy double glazing, please visit Just Doors UK - The UK's leading DIY double glazing supplier of custom made to measure double glazed doors and windows.

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A Composite Door Could Be the Right Door

July 17, 2010 By Leave a Comment


Timber doors are not as good as composite doors when it comes to keeping the warmth in and the cold out. With the price of oil going up and up  you need to think about the cost of your energy bills. Obviously if you have old windows or doors this will play an important part in wasting fuel and in turn, wasting your money. Composite doors would be a good choice when it comes to choosing a new front or back door, as they are a good insulator and this would help in stopping you wasting your money.

Most composite doors come pre-fitted in an Upvc frame which is available in a range of different finishes. The frame can be supplied in white inside and outside, also in cherry wood inside and outside, also in light oak colour inside and also in golden oak on the inside and outside, and finally in mahogany inside and outside. As well as these options composite doors can have the frame in a finish, but only with the finish on one side.

If you wanted a composite door with the external colour of the frame just on one side, this is possible, and the options are as follows: white on the inside and golden oak on the outside, white on the inside and mahogany on the outside, and finally white on the inside and cherry wood on the outside.

When you have a family its only natural to want to protect them and keep them safe and sound in your home. A composite door is a good way of making sure you and your family are going to be safe in your home. A good company that make composite doors will supply their composite doors with a secured by design system as standard. These systems which are also known as "SBD" but with some companies this is still only an extra option or an upgrade. Also with some other manufacturers, the "SBD" secured by design is not available at all.

It is strongly advisable to make sure that you will be buying a composite door with the ''SBD'' option on it. Composite doors are made from a whole solid panel and then are cut down to size, they are made to measure to suit and fit your home. This is different to the older Upvc doors, which are made up from a frame and welded together, and then a different panel is inserted to give the door a different look. In my opinion the Upvc doors just look like a frame inside a frame which is actually what they are.

On composite front doors you can have extras added to customize it to suit it to your home. You can have different numerals fitted to you door. You can have these numbers or letters fitted onto your door by the installer in whatever position you choose. There are a different number of places you could put these numbers because composite doors come in all different styles.

Composite doors from "Just Value Doors" All our doors are made to the highest standards and fitted with a full YALE suite. With the full range priced online there's no need for the notoriously pushy salesman.

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Composite front doors lead the way

July 15, 2010 By Leave a Comment


When you are deciding to change your external door and want a robust, secure style of door that looks and feels like a traditional timber door then composite front doors are often just the one for you.

Composite doors are made form an outer skin which in the trade is called GRP, glass reinforced plastic. This skin is placed over a wooden frame and has an insulated filling of foam.

To most people PVC doors look the same as composite doors, and there is no difference. The reason for this they both look similar and they do not need painting or require a lot of maintenance.

The real difference between the two doors is the inside of the doors. A PVC door will be hollow and filled with polystyrene to keep your house insulated. However, composite doors have a solid wood interior with a wooden structure and a composite skin covering.

The result is the same security as a solid wooden door. Making your home safe and secure will keep your insurance company happy.

At Just Value Doors we make a range of composite front doors as each one gives you a more natural look with an appearance of a wood grain running through it.

This is due to the modern technology of today which allows composites look more life-like. We are able to offer our composite doors in many designs and colours.

Our designs of natural looking composite doors means you have a variety of choices in glass designs and due to the solid wooden frame you can choose a heavy handle or door knob to set off your new external door.

Not only is your new door the first thing a visitor sees on arrival at your house, but also your composite external door gives you feeling of comfort and security in your own home.

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The A-Z of composite doors

July 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment


If you're looking at getting a composite door but don't know much about them, here's a handy A-Z of related technical and design terms. You will find some useful tips to bear in mind when choosing the right door for you.

A – Arched frames – These are door or window frames that are arched rather than flat and only the best composite door companies will be able to accommodate this design.

B – Back doors – The door that lets you into the back of the house and this should always be just as secure as the front door as it's a popular entry point for burglars.

C – Composite doors – Doors made up of aluminium, GRP, fibreglass and aluminium, all materials that are known for their strength, impenetrability and lightweight nature.

D – Decorative glass – Glass in different colours, shapes and patterns that can give a composite door an individual design touch to match the period or style of a house.

E – External timber doors – These are the predecessor to the composite door, they're still widely available but are prone to warping and twisting and can require annual maintenance.

F – Fire doorsets – Fire doors that are perfect for ensuring safety in your home, garage or commercial property on both private and shared entrances.

G – GRP – Glass Reinforced Plastic; this is used to coat composite doors making them strong, scratch and impact resistant and to give them a smooth and aesthetically pleasing finish.

H – Hardware options – The perfect finishing touches to your new composite door, from letter boxes to thresholds and knockers.

M – Mid glass – Optional glass decoration that is incorporated into the middle panels or area of a composite door, giving a modern feel and a touch of personality and colour.

O – Oval glass / doors – A standard door in terms of size and shape, but with an oval glass panel inset into the main door which can be decorative, textured or plain.

P – Panel doors – A door with a panelled structure, the number of panels is either six or nine, which are raised or sunken and therefore add dimension and design to your front or back door.

R – Round pivot windows – Circular windows that can be rotated or are able to pivot fully for easy cleaning. A round window can be a great option to complement a composite door.

S – Stable door – This is a door that is split in two, each half can then be operated (i.e. opened or closed) independently of the other. Popular in country houses.

T – Textured glass – Used to add privacy to glass panels in doors, they let light in but do not allow people to see through. Popular for front and back composite doors with glass panels.

U – UPVC – Stands for Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride which is a low maintenance, lightweight and easily moulded building material used in the manufacture of window and door frames.

V/W – Windows – All sorts of shapes are available including round, arch and bow and glass can be textured, decorative or bespoke.

With a range of arched composite doors you have a great range to choose from and with other deals such as composite back doors available you have everything you need online.

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Top 10 reasons to buy a composite door

July 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment


Strength – Composite doors are made from UPVC, fibreglass, Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) and aluminium and the combination of these means that the entire door is strong from edge to edge and top to bottom; no weak points for a burglar to target.

Low maintenance – Unlike the traditional external timber door which needs regular sanding and painting or varnishing to keep it looking as good as new, the composite door needs no maintenance and can be washed with soap and water to remove any dirt or grime. The GRP coating on a composite door means it remains scratch and dent free even under rough treatment.

Good looking – composite doors have succeeded the UPVC door in that they are available in a huge range of colours, designs, styles and finishes, meaning your home doesn't have to put up with a high gloss white front door if what you'd prefer is a wood effect red door, glass panelled door or any other design or colour.

Weather and draft proof – the composite nature of the door, the snug and exact fit into the door frame and the sealing technology means the great British wind and rain can't get through, meaning you won't have to worry about damp problems or cold drafts, especially if you couple a composite door with double glazed windows.

Advanced locking systems – unlike the wooden door which traditionally had one or two locks half way up the door, the composite door has a locking system that runs the height of the door, making it completely secure and not creating or leaving any weak points.

Huge range of choices to suit any tastes / budget – Composite doors can be high gloss, matt, wood effect or glass panelled and they come in over twenty different colours from wood browns to pillar box red, grass green and sky blue so whatever suits your personality and look of your home is available.

Durable – Composite doors are built to last and the GRP coating means they stay looking as good as new for a long time. GRP is scratch and impact resistant so even if you're moving in and the door gets bashed about, it'll stay looking the way you bought it.

Bespoke design options – Not only do you have a huge choice of colours but there are also bespoke panelling options, decorative glazing options and stable doors are also available in composite.

Easy to fit yourself or quick to have fitted – some companies offer a DIY and DVD service and are confident that if you choose this option you'll find it quick and easy to fit your own composite door. These companies also offer a fitting service and the speed of this also proves that a composite door is simple to install.

Great insulator – just like double glazing, composite doors by their very nature keep wind, rain and noise out and your valuable heat in, meaning you could save money on your heating bills.

You can get composite front doors for your home and with other deals when you want to buy triple glazed windows available, shopping online is your best option.

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Why Choose Composite Doors Over Timber

July 3, 2010 By Leave a Comment


Composite doors are made from a fibreglass material and are resistant to all the extremes of winter and also don't discolour in the summer. Composite doors are also available in a number of colours.

With a GRP Composite Door you will add value to your house as well as extra security. This is because most Composite Doors come with a 5 point locking system witch is much more secure than your typical catch lock.

When a composite door has been fitted it could really give the front of a house a complete face-lift. Composite doors are available with a large choose of different glass designs, patterns and colours, as well as the door it's self being available in RED, BLACK, GREEN, BLUE, WHITE and ROSEWOOD.

Timber doors when not looked after and painted at least once a year will start to discolour and will also warp as the temperature changes from year to year. Where as composite doors have a long guarantee or usually around 10 years and will never need repainting and will easily out lives its guarantee.

The doors can also be customised to your taste, as there are loads of other options available on  Composite Doors such as spy holes and door knockers, low thresholds, and electronic door views. Also door numbers can be fitted and these are available in a variety of different finishes. Firstly in gold and also in black and in chrome. These can be fitted on the day of installation so you can choose exactly where you want then to be.

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Buy new composite doors and start saving

July 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment


When it comes to buying new doors for your property, it needs to be seen as an investment. Make the right choice of front door, side panel doors and rear doors and you can end up with a significant number of benefits. Composite front doors have become remarkably popular over recent years and there are a number of very good reasons why.

To start with there is the massive choice that is now available on the market. You can ensure your new door fits in with the style of your property thanks to the huge choice of colours and designs available. Rosewood, golden oak, white, black, red or green - the choice is yours. Opt to have a fan light design or arch sides. Pick a French door or keyhole style. Choose Hannover glass or Lisbon Gold. There really are so many options you'll be spoilt for choice.

Unlike timber doors, composite varieties will not warp or twist in the future. They also require minimal maintenance which means with only a little effort you can ensure the front of your house looks clean and tidy. If you happen to move property a few years down the line, a composite door will create an excellent first impression with potential buyers, helping your home to look secure, tidy and well cared for.

Yet another major plus point of buying a composite front door is the security benefits it brings to your home. With metal edging and a five-point locking system, a would-be burglar is certain to think twice before attempting to gain entry to a house with a composite front door. The time and considerable effort it would take to break through such a door will put most thieves off straight away, meaning your home remains safe and protected.

When it comes to being environmentally friendly and saving money on your heating bills then a composite door can play its part. Six times better insulated than a timber equivalent, you can be sure of getting a superb fit and superior insulation properties, making your door resistant to rain, drafts and heat. And because the heat being generated inside the house is not managing to escape through an ill-fitting old front door, your home will become more energy efficient allowing you to start saving money on your quarterly electricity and gas bills.

When you're ready to start looking at the range of composite doors available, make sure you head online and find an experienced internet retailer.

There are a wide range of front and glazed fire doors available online for added safety, also check out the range of arched composite doors for a unique look.

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Home Sweet Home With A Composite Door

June 15, 2010 By Leave a Comment


A composite door provides one of the best investments you can make in your home. They are durable, low maintenance and look great too. However, there are so many different options it's sometimes difficult to choose the right one. Here are some factors to consider:

Great aesthetics and low maintenance
Many homeowners prefer the look of timber but not the maintenance! That's why a composite door with a woodgrain effect finish is a popular choice.

Some of the leading composite door suppliers' hand-finish their woodgrain effect ranges to ensure superior aesthetics. Although a labour intensive operation, a hand finished composite door is visually far superior as it creates a much richer, deeper finish â?? virtually indistinguishable from real timber, but without the maintenance!

If you are looking for a more contemporary composite door, choose a solid colour such as blue, red or green. Asking for your composite door coloured both sides also creates a better coordinated look. Choose a traditional or contemporary glass design to complement your composite door and create a real centre piece to your home.

Tackling draughts
If you try standing in the hallway or porch of your home you may be surprised by how much draught your door lets in â?? especially with the recent gales. With many older, poorly fitting doors you can really feel the cold air blasting through the gap between the door and frame.

Give it a go on a windy nightâ?? if you feel an icy chill, chances are you would benefit from a new composite door. Draughts are not only uncomfortable as they mean your house is loosing heat all the time. If air can get in to your home, it means warm air from your central heating system is escaping, which means much higher heating bills!

The best way of tackling draughts is a composite door with a triple seal around the door and frame because it gives much better weather performance. With a triple seal, you'll notice the difference straight away especially if you had a poorly fitting timber door before. A few of the best suppliers even supply a composite door with a weatherproof letter plate, which again drastically reduces cold blasts from outside.

Thermal performance
A composite door is up to six-times more thermally efficient than a timber door. A simple way of checking the thermal performance of your existing door is to place your hand on the internal face. If it feels cold â?? or worse, damp with condensation - chances are that it is letting a lot of heat out of your home.

Fitting a composite door is one of best ways of keeping your home warm because it has a super thermally efficient core that locks in heat. With around 15 per cent of heat lost through doors and windows, a composite door can really make a huge difference to your heating bills

Security
Choosing a composite door doesn't just make your home draught free and thermally efficient. A composite door provides added security, which is why many property experts think that they offer one of the best ways of adding value to your home.

Always ask for a composite door that complies with Secured by Design standards as this means it will meet minimum requirements set out by the Association of Chief Police Officers.

Many homeowners choose a composite door with an anti bump lock. Bumping of locks is a practice used by burglars on traditional cylinder locks to gain entry to a property in seconds. Placing a â??bump' key (available widely on the internet) in a cylinder lock and then applying a slight pressure to the back of the lock plug before giving the key a slight tap or â??bump' causes the pins to jump inside the cylinder. This allows the plug to slide out freely, thus enabling the burglar to gain entry in seconds.

A composite door is one of the best ways of giving your home a real wow factor. Chosen carefully, you can also benefit from high thermal efficiency, enhanced security and low maintenance.

Chris Coxon writes articles for Eurocell which is part of the Tessenderlo Group, a multi-billion-pound global plastics and chemicals group. As UK's market-leading manufacturer and distributor of quality pvc-u profiles, customers can be sure to receive expertise and resources of highest standard. Explore a selection of products ranging from UPVC door and composite door alternatives to soffits, fascias and French doors

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Composite Doors from Leading Suppliers

June 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment


Buying your home is probably going to be the biggest investment you ever make, and how you renovate and decorate it all comes down to your own personal taste. The windows and exterior doors should be priority as they secure your home and belongings against intruders and protect your family. Money spent on these items should be viewed as an investment as quality doors and windows are going to last a very long time. As they are generally the first features visitors see of your house, and can add or detract from the overall appearance as well as adding value to the property, then you want to make the right choice.

There are so many options in the various styles and materials used for external doors and windows these days that it can be difficult to know exactly where to start. Carry out some research online, or visit your local home store to get an idea of what's available, prices, and the sort of designs you like - you're sure to find something to fit in with the style and period of your property.

Traditionally homeowners like to buy timber doors as they look good, and are strong and economical. However they also need a lot of maintenance, they'll either need painting or varnishing when you first buy them, then touching up or redoing every year or so and this all takes time and money. Composite is an alternative to timber, it's robust and secure and looks and feels like traditional timber but is actually made from an outer skin of glass reinforced plastic over a wooden frame infilled with foam insulation, which is scratch-proof, flake-proof and fade resistant.

Composite doors are the newest addition to the door industry that came up with the unique design after years of research into identifying other materials and their flaws used in the manufacture of doors. They are made using multiple materials and the standard is top quality, much more economical and practical than timber it has a high dent resistance and won't warp, twist or bow.

Whether you're looking for a front, back, patio or interior door then composite is becoming more and more popular amongst homeowners as they offer so many benefits. You can find designs that resemble traditional wood or have stained glass incorporated into the design, or choose a stylish coloured door of Frost white, Heritage green, Derwent blue, English oak and Deep rosewood, sure to bring a style and elegance to your home that no other doors can offer.

A major benefit to buying composite is the level of security it provides. The classic look conceals a highly advanced engineering design that will keep your home protected, practically 100% secure any intruder will find them impossible to break through. Aluminium edging to both the lock side and hinge side of the door also helps to protect against damage.

Complete with a unique five-point locking system there is no need for a cylinder lock barrel, so the lock can't be manipulated or plug extracted, this high-tech security gives them a far greater level of security than traditional locking systems generally used on exterior front doors. Complete the look with matching hardware including suite door handle, letterbox, knocker and numerals.

A composite door is an environmentally friendly option as it keeps all the cold draughts out and the warm air inside, thus saving you considerable savings on your heating costs. The thermal efficiency is guaranteed to be better insulated than a timber door due to excellent insulation properties and a silicone sealant for first-rate protection against the elements. It's also sound-proof, perfect if you live near a busy road or in a city centre.

Choose composite door for your home and you'll be enjoying them for years to come. Ensure it comes with a comprehensive 10-year guarantee and is accredited by the Association of Chief Police Officers' Secured by Design scheme and PAS23 & PAS24. Check online for an experienced internet retailer who can offer you good advice and information on doors, pvc windows, or roofline products that will have your house the envy of the block.

Chris Coxon writes articles for Eurocell, a well established market leader supplying a full range of PVC windows, doors and conservatories for new build and replacement markets in the UK. Eurocell develops high quality, secure and attractive composite door systems which are also strong and thermal efficient. Using only high performance silicone sealant for applications, their PVC windows gives the perfect finish to complement their whole range of products.

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