Bespoke Doors for Your Business Front

The word bespoke is often used interchangeably with words or phrases such as ‘custom made’ or unique’ and denotes a certain feeling of luxury, limitation and exclusivity. Bespoke is often used when describing all manner of services and products and If you run a business, then having something that’s exclusive can make an impact. It can add to your brand identity, setting you apart from your competitors. 

An entrance and an impression.

A door to your business then isn’t just a door, it is so much more. It’s the entrance to your world, your side of the fence, a place where you welcome customers or clients, an environment where you want people to get a sense of who you are and what your business is about. A door can be a part of your brand, and rather than merely acting as a simple entrance it can be the very thing that makes that first all important impression

Bespoke shop doors that speak volumes for your business.

Yes, the first impression counts so your entrance needs to be good, it needs to be inviting and it needs to make people want to walk through. So, naturally, it would be a good thing to have a bespoke door for your business front. And we agree, bespoke shop doors are extremely popular with our customers, all wanting a piece of that exclusivity, a door that welcomes, and a door that says ‘this is who we are.’ . A bespoke shop front installation could be the ideal way of attracting customers to your store.

The materials are almost irrelevant, except that they’re not.

After all you want your business front door to be safe from intruders and both durable and flexible during all weather conditions. By investing wisely, your door can last many years, giving you back a return on your investment. 

Made to measure, made to match, and made to last.

There are other practical reasons why a bespoke door is so worth it, not just because it’s unique and can be part of your brand identity, but because it’s made to measure so it’ll fit perfectly, no need to jig it about and shave the frame, it’ll fit beautifully. They can be made to match, not just your brand, but to the rest of the building’s style and colours. If you order it from us it’ll be made to the highest standards from the best quality materials. 

Timber or composite - it’s entirely up to you.

You may prefer a door made of traditional timber, or you may choose a composite shop front door, it is entirely up to you. We’ve spent many years creating bespoke shop doors for satisfied customers, and we know how much difference it can make to a business, and how happy they are with the end results.

The Replacement Door Company - for the best in bespoke doors.

If you’d like to give us a call and talk to us about your front door, and how you’d like it to look to enhance your business front, give us a call today and we’ll be happy to talk it through with you.

The Benefits of Internal PVC Doors

Would you buy uPVC doors? If you’re put off by stories you’ve heard before and feel you have to stay with timber, then we’d like to put forward a few of the benefits of internal uPVC doors and that way you can make an educated decision about whether you want them in your home. 

Indoor uPVC is great for your home.

uPVC can be a cheaper option than timber and is an extremely popular material used in a lot of modern homes. It’s lower in cost than wood, and it’s both durable and easy to care for. uPVC is unplasticised polyvinyl chloride, in other words it’s a form of plastic, and when you have the u in front, it means it’s had no additives added during the manufacturing of the product. It can also have galvanized steel added to increase its strength and durability. This can help your doors last even longer. 

A popular material for internal doors.

uPVC is one of the most popular types of materials used in modern doors. In comparison to other materials like timber and aluminium, uPVC is generally lower in cost and offers some great benefits including easy maintenance, durability and versatility.

uPVC stands for Unplasticised Polyvinyl Chloride.

It’s a form of plastic which is also known as rigid PVC as it’s hard and inflexible. Unplasticised simply means that no additives have been inserted during the manufacturing process.

Good for both internal and external doors.

uPVC can be ideal for both external uPVC doors and internal uPVC doors, working well with front and back external doors. There are different styles, and they are often used for patios and French sliding doors, and concertina closing bifold doors.

Cost.

uPVC doors cost less than wooden doors so if you’re on a tight budget and can’t afford to invest in timber doors you have uPVC as an option. You’ll also find that one of the biggest benefits of uPVC is that it won’t need as much maintenance as wood, so that might be something to consider. 

Strength and galvanized steel cores.

These types of doors are also very strong, as you can imagine. They are obviously secure too as they have the galvanized steel and won’t break easily. That means burglars won’t have an easy time of it if they’re trying to break into your home. You could also add more complex locks to your door as well to make them even safer.

No warping or cracking.

A uPVC door won’t warp in the same way as a timber door and it can be wiped down quickly, without any need for treatment. This is good because as we know, the inclement weather the UK produces is enough to create hard work for any homeowner wishing to keep their homes in good condition. If it’s an internal door, again, it won’t need as much maintenance as a wooden door.

Internal uPVC doors are great for noise, privacy and insulation.

Interior uPVC has great advantages, they have a robust core in the same way as the exterior doors and offer homeowners first class insulation throughout their home. This will also include noise and privacy control. This will help you reduce condensation, keeping your home warmer and making sure that each room is self-contained without having to listen to what’s going on in another room. They’re also energy efficient which means you’ll save on utility bills in the long term. 

The Replacement Door Company – for quality doors.

If you think you’re ready to invest in uPVC doors get in touch and one of our dedicated team members can talk you through our great selection of internal doors. We have an amazing selection of both internal and external ones in an impressive variety of styles and colours, providing supply and installation uPVC doors. Pick up the phone to get in touch today!

The Advantages of Sliding Wardrobe Doors

Why should you invest in sliding wardrobe doors? I mean, what’s so special about them? Apart from their sleek, minimalist and stylish look, they offer you the option of a clutter free environment. Here we spell out the distinct advantages to having sliding wardrobe doors for bedrooms, so that way you can make an educated decision about whether or not to have them.

Change from hinged doors for sliding ones and increase your floor space.

So, let’s say your bedroom doesn’t have the amount of space you’d like, you can trade those hinged doors for sliding ones and it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. What’s great about them is that rather than opening out, they slide across so you don't have to worry about people climbing over each other to get past an open door. 

Several different styles and materials.

There isn’t just one style either, there are quite a few to choose from, giving you so much choice. You can have mirrored, coloured or glass doors, and these can be coloured, clear or opaque glass. You’re looking at minimalist elegance, glossy, contemporary looks and at the same time you’re saving on space - especially if you have one with mirrors. This will save you having to hang one up.

Why not have them in every room?

There’s no reason why you can’t have them in every bedroom because they certainly help you to be more organised. You can have your sliding doors cover a greater area, you can have a customised wardrobe with shelving that helps take care of those accessories such as hats and shoes, and those cumbersome boxes they come in. No piling them on the ceiling. 

Sliding wardrobe doors can be used for rooms not used for sleeping.

Also, you could, if you wanted, have sliding doors in rooms that aren’t for sleeping in too! Perhaps a wardrobe sliding door could cover a wardrobe that’s used purely for storage rather than clothes? You could even have one in a nursery or playroom or the dining or living room, helping you to make the most of the space you have.

The Replacement Door Company - for a wide range of impressive, high quality sliding wardrobe doors.

So are you no impressed with the versatility and space saving benefits of wardrobe sliding doors? If you are, you could take a look at our fabulous range and see what takes your fancy. We’re also happy to talk you through your choices, so you can find the right ones for you and your home. Our team can offer supply and installation services for sliding wardrobe door systems. Start browsing through our quality range of sliding wardrobe doors and get in touch today. We can’t wait to hear from you!

5 Reasons to Replace Your Doors with The Replacement Door Company

We believe that here at The Replacement Door Company we have a really fantastic and versatile range of quality external and internal doors. We try to make sure we have a wide a range as possible, so all our customers have a wider choice. This means they can match the design and style of their homes, both inside and outside perfectly. 

Security.

If you have an old door, and we’re talking external doors here, then it may not be as strong as it once was or as secure. It may be that it would only take a certain amount of pressure to break in and as well as taking your valuables, the shock and distress this may cause, is enough to cause its own lasting damage. Internal doors offer security too where you can lock up valuables carefully in a separate room away from prying eyes and should any one break in through the front door, the internal doors will offer you an extra layer of security.

First impressions and aesthetic appeal.

If you have your front door replaced, when people come to visit, they’ll get a great first impression. The front door is one of the first thing that people see, and if you’re trying to sell your property and your door has peeling paint and it’s looking a little worn and dilapidated, it could significantly reduce the property’s value as well as giving a poor impression. This also applies to internal doors, although they’re not the first thing you see but they do make an impression and if they’ve been carefully chosen and made of good quality materials, then they’ll be an asset to the value of your property. 

Energy efficiency – and cheaper utility bills.

If you have good quality doors, both external doors and internal ones, then you’re more than likely to save money on energy bills, this is good for you and the environment. Good quality doors, both internal and external can provide insulation from cold weather meaning you don’t have to keep turning up the heat. When the weather turns warmer, they can then provide insulation from humidity and keep rooms and your hallway cool in summer. 

Durability, Lifespan, functionality.

Aesthetic appeal is one thing, but your doors need to be functional too. They need to provide all that we’ve mentioned above and be durable. The cold British weather can be brutal and making sure you have the right amount of insulation in your doors is important. This applies to both your internal and external doors. Lifespan is important, once you invest in a door, or a set of doors, you want them to last for as much as possible and get something back on your investment. We make sure our doors are made to a high standard and have a long-life guarantee. This ensures our customers receive quality doors that will last, if you’re interested to hear what previous customers have to say why not visit our door review and testimonials page.

A diverse selection of both timber, composite and uPVC doors.

All our doors come in a variety of different styles, sizes and materials. With a wider choice you can make an informed decision about what’s right for your home. Different materials come with their own advantages and disadvantages, you can weigh up each one and then decide which one’s right for you. Interested in seeing the quality of our doors? Check out our online door gallery here.

The Replacement Door Company – for the best in doors.

If you’re thinking of investing in new doors for your home, you can do no better than come to us. If you’re struggling a little with your choice, you can always get in touch or call us, and we can talk you through your choices. With The Replacement Door Company all your door needs are met in one place, so come take a look!

Improving your home value with replacement doors.

We all know that first impressions count and that the first thing visitors see when they come to visit is the front of your house, unless of course they come around the back! You naturally want your home to look as good from the outside as it does on the inside, you’ll paint the front, the windowsills and make sure there is suitable window coverage throughout, but what about the doors?

External doors

You want a door that really maximises the property’s beauty. You want something that will reflect well on the rest of the property and something that does justice to the period in which it was built, the design and the windows. By choosing a suitable door, and one that matches your own personal taste of course, you can significantly increase the value of your property.  Front doors aren’t just there to let you in and out, they provide insulation, security, noise and privacy solutions and can have a striking impact on entering. 

Replace in the summer before the cold weather arrives.

Here at The Replacement Door Company we have a wide selection of external doors and front doors so you can replace both front and back doors of your house if they’ve seen better days. It’s good to get this done in the warmer months so you won’t be exposed to the elements when it’s cold. It doesn’t take that long to replace a door if you know what you’re doing, but you will have an empty doorway as the one door is taken down and the new one put up. Keep in mind there may be some minor alterations too if you the doorframe needs shaving, so it fits comfortably. 

Internal doors.

External and front doors are not the only doors that are worthy of consideration when replacing doors. If you choose carefully, something that compliments the décor, style and theme of your home, you could have something really special. As with front doors and all wooden external doors, internal wooden doors can offer you a little security too. They can shelter each room from noise if there’s something going on in another room, security and warmth keeping your rooms warm in winter and cool in summer. And as with external doors, they can also add significantly to the value of your home, so they’re a worthy investment should you ever decide to put your house on the market in the future.

The Replacement Door Company – for quality external and internal doors.

If you’re thinking of replacing the doors in your home, take a look around our extensive range of doors. We have them in a variety of different materials, colours and styles and there’s bound to be something that will suit your property nicely. We can talk you through your choices and the benefits and disadvantages of each door you’ve set your heart on, so you make an intelligent and informed choice. Get in touch today and find your external and internal doors.

Oak Doors or Pine Doors

If you’ve decided on wooden doors then you may be lost between two types of wood, more specifically oak or pine. Oak or pine are extremely popular with internal doors so we can understand your dilemma. Today we’ll talk you through the advantages of both, so you can make an educated decision on what’s right for you.

Oak Internal doors.

So a little about this beautiful wood first. As you may know oak is hardwood. This gives it a harder more resistant quality; oak trees are sturdy and grow slowly, and as you can imagine, you’ll get years of service out of an oak internal door. They’re both durable and long-lasting, however as you can imagine, they’re not cheap, but you will get your money back over time. Oak is darker so your internal doors will have some interesting hues and have a deeper colour than most woods. If you’re aiming for a more traditional classic feel, then oak is an ideal choice, they have a beautiful grain and the texture of oak is clear and smooth.

Pine internal doors.

As opposed to oak, pine is a softwood. It is lighter but still reasonably heavy. It’s great for shock and sudden knocks or bangs because it’s quite stiff and because pine grows quicker than oak it also costs less. Pine internal doors then are much more affordable but aren’t as long lasting. Don’t worry though because pine internal doors aren’t in the slightest bit weak and insubstantial and you’ll get plenty of life out of them. They’re light in colour going from cream to yellow in hue. The grain is smooth like oak and they’re great if you’re looking to create a light, modern look, whether it’s more minimalist or with more colour.

The Replacement Door Company – for quality oak or pine internal doors.

If you’re still finding it difficult to choose between the two, why not get in touch and we can talk it through. You might find that two heads are better than one. We have years of experience, so we’re easily able to advise on what might be best for you based on your personal taste, the décor/theme you’ve decided on for your home and the colour scheme.

Benefits of Hardwood Doors

Why would you want to invest in internal hardwood doors? The answer is simple, it’s a matter of choice and although they’re little more expensive, they are long lasting giving you years of pleasure. We’re going to talk about the benefits of hardwood doors today and there are many, but our focus will be on internal hardwood doors, so we hope you enjoy it!

Aesthetics – hardwood doors look amazing!

Aesthetically, the colours and grain effects are exquisite and look amazing when combined with metalwork or glass panels. There’s the potential for a real visual treat with the combination of these elements, depending on how they’ve been interwoven and designed. A skilled craftsman can create a beautiful wooden door and you’d be amazed at how intricate the designs can be. Another advantage with a hardwood door is that it can be altered to suit your requirements and you can shape it differently to your own specifications. There’s such character and beauty in the wood that it’s hard to match with any other material, it’s in a class of its own.

Insulation and noise control.

You’ll also find there are other distinct advantages using wood such as insulation. Wood retains heat so it’s very good at keeping cold weather out. Also, wood will provide excellent protection from sound, so you can block out noises from outside and within simply by shutting the door.

Durable and long-lasting.

Internal hardwood doors are also durable as we’ve already touched on in our opening paragraph and also superb to take care of. There’s a minimal amount of maintenance involved, and they can last for over 20 years.

Sustainable environmentally friendly wood.

Should your doors require it they can be repaired quite easily, and wood is very easy to work with too. Any damage should be repairable by an experienced joiner. Finally, wood is a natural product and as a result your internal hardwood door will be from sustainable forests. In fact, depending on where you live, a lot of places insist on traditional wooden doors used in any renovation programme the house may require.

Your home is your castle and should be designed to impress.

If you’ve chosen quality doors for your home, then you can expect your property to be worth a lot more should you decide to sell. As opposed to anything else, a contemporary hardwood door with a unique design is like nothing else and the quality will be unmatched by anything else. Just imagine showing a potential buyer round your house and showing them your doors? They should make an unforgettable impression.

The Replacement Door Company – for the best quality internal hardwood doors.

If you’d like to have your doors made from hardwood and you’d like to discuss your needs, give us a call and in the meantime, why not take a look at our wide selection of internal hardwood doors and see if something takes your fancy?

Matching Doors with Flooring

Here’s the thing, you want your home to exude charm and style, but the little things get in the way. Not all the time, but every now and again you’ll find you get stuck when it comes to something like the interior doors and matching them to the flooring. We’re going to discuss this now, and hopefully we’ll help you get over that hurdle if you’re planning on changing the doors or flooring, or both. 

First let’s start with materials.

Laminates or individual grains are great and it’s a matter of personal taste which one you decide to go with. Having both won’t necessarily match well though, so always consider how these two different finishes are going to work together before you invest. It might be best if you stick to one or the other depending on the finished result you’re going for. 

What type of doors are you going with?

Are you into natural wood? If so, you may be thinking about how you’re going to match the flooring. You could choose a variety of finishes to help match the grain in the wood. Laminate or tiles with similar shades would go well, in sand or caramel. Oak is a beautiful wood, and if you choose it there’s little to stop you using whatever you like for your flooring as it doesn’t have quite the same limitations as other timbers. 

If you have a hardwood floor this will have a certain influence on the décor of your room. You could work on the stain for the door frames and trim – you want them both to match and work together. It doesn’t have to be identical but should be complimentary. Remember that stains can produce different colours on different woods. 

If you have a unique personality, then perhaps you want the décor of your home to match it. You can have brightly coloured interior doors and choose flooring that will work with the colour. It doesn’t have to be exactly the same – no pink floors! Unless of course you really want to…. 

If you have bright doors, then you could match it with light and space with maples and pine in lighter shades of off white and beige. Grey is perfect if you have bright colours with warm tones. If you have bright doors, then a grey floor will look superb, and if your furniture is traditional the grey could give it a more modern look.

The Replacement Door Company – for a wide variety of well-made quality internal doors.

Give us a call if you’d like to discuss anything we’ve talked about today. We’re a friendly team of experts and take pride in our versatile range of quality doors. Take a look around our site then pick up the phone, perhaps you have some questions on what we’ve discussed? Get in touch today.

How to Fix a Sticking Door

If you have a door that keep sticking, then as well as being extremely annoying, you’ll be wanting to get it fixed. As well as the noise, it’s also inconvenient, because you want it to open and shut normally, not stick constantly. The question is what can you do about it?

The vulnerability of older doors when they stick.

Older doors are especially prone to sticking and we’re going to discuss this today with you. Both internal and external doors can get sticky and stiff as they get older and there is a way to fix this. It doesn’t have to take long, but you need to check your door properly first, so you are able to identify what the problem is and what’s causing the sticking. 

Hinge screw check.

Firstly, check the hinge screws. These are the screws in the door and of course the jamb. Make sure there’s a snug fit and use a screwdriver to tighten them rather than using a drill, it’s gentler. If you use a drill, it’s likely that this might over-tighten them or even strip the screw holes themselves.  It’s natural that over the years, as doors are open and shut over and over again that the screws just loosen over time. 

You can also adjust door hinges.

You do this by driving a long enough screw through the jamb itself into the wall frame, and by doing this, you’ll draw both jamb and hinge towards the frame and reposition the door just slightly. See where you need to adjust by checking the door, and make sure it’s closed before you do this. Rubbing by the side jamb means you’ll need to work on drawing in the upper most hinge, if the door is rubbing and sticking near the lower side of the jamb then you’ll need to draw the bottom hinge in.

Draw in the jamb and planing the door.

Drive a screw into the jamb on the latch side and draw the jam in, so you’ll be giving the door some more space. Do this only if you’ve already tried drawing the hinges in and it hasn’t worked. You could also try and plane the door if none of the above works. Scribe the door where it’s rubbing against the top or side of the jamb. Use a belt sander to do this, or even an electric planer or hand plane. 

Removing and rehanging the door.

You may also want to consider removing and then rehanging your door. Always try to get someone to help if you decide to do this. There’ll be less potential for damage to the actual door, the frame and the surrounding wall. 

The Replacement Door Company – for a wide range of beautifully designed quality internal & external doors.

Alternatively, you can buy new doors through us here at The Replacement Door Company rather than repairing your older doors. It may well be that it’s time to replace your door because with time it may be beyond repair. If you’ve attempted all of the above and your door is still sticking, it may time for a new, more reliable door that will give you another 20 years’ worth of durability and function. Why not take a look at our versatile range of doors and then give us a call, we’re more than happy to help you pick a new one that fits your style and personal taste. Get in touch today.

Popular Front Door Styles

Yes, we’re looking at popular front door styles today and giving you all the information on what styles there are for you to choose from. After all, first impressions count and you need to know that what your visitors see first when they turn the corner into your lane is pretty good, not an eyesore! We’ll be looking at a range of doors, listing their unique benefits allowing you the knowledge to make an informed decision on what type of door you’re interested in purchasing.

Changing your Front Doors

There are lots of different reasons why you might choose to change your front doors, it might be because you’d like to enhance the overall exterior of your home, or perhaps the one you currently have is dilapidated and in need of repair. It’ll also give your home real curb appeal, and if you’re thinking of leaving and moving on in the not too distant future, it could add value to your property.

There are also more practical benefits to be had as well, if you’ve noticed a lot of drafts lately, then a new door can help save you money on energy costs, so you stop losing heat. They’ll help to keep air, dirt and moisture out and stop drafts in their tracks. If you have glass panels you can have natural light coming into your home, which is great if it’s a little on the dark side. 

A new door can also provide much needed security and safety, especially if you live in a place where’s a high crime rate. You can also order doors with strong locking mechanisms and door handles that don’t make it easy for a burglar to break in. Doors like this usually come with superior materials and are extra durable helping to make them almost impregnable. 

Wooden Doors

Wooden Doors offer a more traditional classic look and perform well in terms of durability, performance and style. They can look just as good in more modern settings too, so if you have a relatively new and modern build, a wooden door can fit in just as well. 

uPVC Doors

This type of door is made of all plastic but can still give security, strength and durability. uPVC Doors are more affordable than some other doors on the market and do have a great thermal ability as well as being extremely secure.

Composite Doors

Composited doors are made up of a variety of different materials which are combined using high pressure methods. What you get is a door that comes with enhanced security features, great locking systems and secure handles. They’re made to provide great energy efficiency and come with an amazing thermal insulation core. They require very little in the way of maintenance and have a very realistic wood look with an outer surface built to withstand battering by the weather. 

The Replacement Door Company – for the best in front doors.

Now you know about the most popular styles of doors, perhaps you’d like to take another more focussed look around our versatile range of doors? Once you’ve decided on what’s right for you, you can order one that fits your particular style and budget and we’d be more than happy to work with you to make sure you get the right door and that it fits all your needs, both frame and taste. We’re always here to help! Get in touch or call us today.