Replacement Doors - The Options
Monday, March 16th, 2009If you’re considering replacing your front door, you’re probably pretty overwhelmed with the options which are open to you.
There are a vast number of materials and finishes available, and of course you need to select something which suits the style and character of your home. In addition to this, you also need to consider security - everyone wants to feel safe in their home, so in addition to looking good, your front door also needs to provide adequate security features.
If that wasn’t enough, with the cost of heating your home ever increasing, you might also be thinking about the most energy efficient option. A draughty, ill-fitting door, will most certainly allow precious heat to escape; and if heat’s escaping - you could be paying more for your heating than you need to; not to mention the impact on the environment.
At SEHBAC we supply and fit a vast range of doors in a variety of materials. Below, we’ve highlighted the key options open to you, and pros and cons of each:
PVCU doors are an excellent choice in terms of security, and energy efficiency. Plus, PVCU is very hard wearing, and as such will resist weathering for many years - unlike traditional wooden doors which will need regular sanding and repainting in order to maintain their looks.
Previously, there were some concerns over PVCU doors warping in cases of fire - however thanks to modern manufacturing methods, all SEHBAC PVCU doors meet fire safety standards.
For some people, only the look and feel of real wood will do. Whilst timber doors do require more maintenance than PVCU, our doors are triple coated with sealant which provides long lasting protection and helps to prevent distortion.
In addition to this our wooden doors will not let the elements in, so you can rest assured that you’ll not find yourself with a door which lets draughts in.
Perhaps best of all, our timber is all sustainably sourced - so it’s a planet-friendly option all round!
Offering perhaps the best of both worlds, composite doors are as secure, energy efficient and hard wearing as PVCU, but with the great look and style of real wood. Available in a wide variety of colours and styles; and with a variety of glass options, there’s bound to be a composite door which suits the style and character of your home.
Plus, unlike traditional wooden doors which will need regular maintenance, to preserve the good looks of your door, all you need do is wipe with a damp cloth to remove dirt.
As with PVCU, aluminium doors are available in a wide range of styles and colours, and of course they offer excellent security and energy efficiency.
At SEHBAC we’ve over 38 years experience in providing replacement doors and we pride ourselves on listening to our customers and providing them with the ideal solution for them.
We’d be happy to talk to you, and explain the options further - why not give us a call on 0800 666 444, request a brochure so you can view our full range, arrange a home visit or get a quote today.






