uPVC Doors vs Composite Doors: Which one is right for you?
At Fitter, we supply both uPVC and composite doors for your property. These doors are both extremely popular with homeowners. In this article, we will go through the benefits of each door so that you will make an informed decision.
One of the reasons why a composite door is proving popular is because of its inherent strength. All our doors are made with an insulating frame and Glass Reinforced Plastic, which will keep you protected against some of the worst weather conditions. This makes it ideal for any home. What’s more, a composite door is equipped with a weather seal that makes it airtight and watertight. This is a strong selling point because cold air and water won’t enter your home. Mould and draught spots are a thing of the past with our composite doors, making it easier to breathe.
If you have a busy lifestyle, you don’t need to worry about looking after your door. A composite door is easy to clean as it doesn’t need much maintenance. It doesn’t rust or discolour in bad conditions, while the only thing it needs is a wipe down with a damp cloth and soapy water. This will make it shiny and new. Clean it a few times a year, and it will serve you well for decades.
Composite doors are available in a wide selection of styles and colours. We have our doors supplied by Endurance, who offer three different styles: Classic, Country, and Urban. These doors give your home unrivalled security and can endure robust knocks. This makes it perfect for preventing intruders from entering. The front doors are equipped with a smooth finish which makes them look fantastic and helps you make a statement in your home. Furthermore, these doors have lots of glazing patterns which you are able to customise.
Our composite doors are accredited by Secured by Design, which is a police backed initiative that ensures your home is safe for you to live in. The rigorous testing to ensure it meets the requirements includes a three minute manual attack using hammers and chisels to break the door and another three minute attack using screwdrivers and craft knives. These doors pass the tests, so you will be confident they will keep you safe against robust knocks.
A uPVC door differs from a composite door because it is made from robust but affordable plastic. This is durable against extremely tough weather conditions because they don’t rust, warp, or fade. Similarly, the uPVC coating is protected from ultraviolet rays. This will stop the sun’s glare from entering your home.
A key feature of a uPVC door is that it can support large glazing panels. This will give you outstanding panoramic views of your garden while keeping a beady eye on your children or pets in the garden.
uPVC doors offer a stunning visual aesthetic for your home because you will benefit from a vast range of colours and finishes. The range of RAL colours that we have on offer gives you lots of choices to design your dream door. And, what’s more, you have the option of even wider double glazing panels, enhancing your view even further.
This door has a beautiful visual aesthetic which will increase the value of your home. It is low maintenance as well because it doesn’t require much cleaning. This gives it a smooth finish which will work well for years. Simply wipe it down with a cloth, and it will look pristine.
One thing that helps your uPVC door stand out is the amount of ventilation it offers. For instance, if you choose a French door, it lets a burst of fresh air into your home, saving money on your air conditioning bills.
We believe that everyone should be allowed to enter your home. That’s why all our uPVC doors are available with a low threshold option, perfect for wheelchairs and prams. In addition to reducing accidents, this is ideal for social gatherings and barbecues. The double glazing that comes as standard will protect natural heat inside your home, leaving cold air outside and saving money on your energy bills.
We hope that this article has helped you make a decision on whether you should go for aluminium or uPVC doors. Both have their benefits and will save you plenty of money on your heating bills. But ultimately, the choice is entirely yours.
If you are stuck for inspiration or have any more questions, call our friendly team today on 01279 799818. Alternatively, fill our online contact form out. We will get back to you as soon as we can.
Categories: Home Improvement
Tags: composite doors, uPVC doors
