Doors create an impression of a home. As a result of this, it’s important you choose the right style to suit you. This can be achieved by assessing the theme of your home to match the design of your perfect entrance. Whether you have a listed cottage, a contemporary office building or a sleek modern home, there is a door to match your preference.
To help decide what is right for you, we’ve created this guide on the different types of doors and how to pick the most appropriate design.
The Different Types Of Doors
Doors come in all kinds of shapes, sizes and materials. All of these can be coloured to your preference and custom fitted to create unique designs. There really is no limit to what you can create.
uPVC
uPVC doors are the most cost-effective option. They’ve been in circulation since the 1980s and can be seen in many UK homes. These types of entrances are durable and long-lasting, they even come in different designs and colours to help mitigate the classic, overused ‘white uPVC’ aesthetic.
Composite
Composite is made from a variety of recycled plastics, compressed into an extremely hardwearing and resilient product. Not only this, but they can also be pressed into unique, contemporary styles. This type of door is becoming more and more popular for its eco-friendly nature, long-lasting qualities and versatile decorative features. Composite and uPVC are similar materials, but offer slightly different benefits.
Bi-Fold Entrances
Bi-fold doors have been used since the Roman era, and evidence of them can even be seen in Pompeii. As a traditional and effective style, they come in a variety of materials but are particularly popular in aluminium. This type of metal is becoming more cost-effective over time due to improvements in manufacturing technology. They create a beautiful aesthetic and offer many benefits.
Timber Doors
If you own a rustic, countryside home, timber doors are probably perfect. They complement a warm, inviting property and can be constructed to fit any scenario. As the oldest and most widely used material throughout time, there’s a reason timber is still used to this day.
Why The Perfect Door Is Vital For An Attractive Home
It’s essential to choose the right door for your property. If you slapped a white uPVC door in front of an old rustic cottage, it would look out of place. The same could be said for an ornamental timber door as an entrance to a contemporary office building. We recommend you assess the style of your building before deciding on any door design, this way you can stay consistent and enhance your building with a bespoke, custom door that gives guests a fantastic first impression as they enter.
Choose Preseli Home Improvements For Professional Door Installments
As FENSA-certified installers, we pride ourselves on professional fittings and a friendly demeanour. If you’re looking for bespoke door installations, get in touch with one of our experts today to discuss ideas and a free quotation.
