Front Doors for Homes

Front doors for homes come in many, many choices. For those wanting something perfect, bespoke doors are the best way to go. You can have your door made to suit your home. This eliminates the need for after-purchase alterations such as shaving off the top or bottom. Having the perfect fit door will improve your homes insulation and save you money on your heating bill. To keep your door the perfect fit, it is best to opt for composite doors, as wooden and upvc doors will react to seasonal temperature changes – warping or bending to cause gaps which allow draughts in and heat out.

There are many new front door designs to choose from. You can choose from standard designs to more intricate or even more minimalist designs. There really is a whole lot of choice on the market today. Of course it’s not all about looks. With doors providing access to your home and protecting your family and belongings, it is important to have a secure door that functions well. You may have other requirements which are more specific to your situation. Perhaps you need a low threshold, suitable for buggies and wheelchairs and also less of a risk to children and the elderly. Maybe you require extra security, such as a spy glass or laminated glass. Whatever you need, there is a door on the market to meet your expectations.

Front Door Security #3 – Glass & Glazing

Front Door Security #1 – The Front Door
Front Door Security #2 – Hinges

If you choose a new front door with glazing, then you need to consider the security and safety of your front door’s window. Most front doors will come with several glass options – not just design, but glass type. Each glass type has it’s own benefits – some are beneficial for energy efficiency, some for UV protection, some for safety and some for security.
All modern front doors with glazing should use double-glazing to ensure your home stays warm. In addition to double-glazing, you can choose from the following security glasses:

1) Tempered Glass

Tempered glass is sometimes known as toughened glass. As this name suggests, the glass is tougher than standard glass. The glass is made by heating the surface and then cooling it again very quickly. This process increases the compression and tension, resulting in a glass that is four times stronger than standard glass. This tough glass is also used for safety purposes, for when it is broken it shatters in to blunt cubes instead of sharp shards.

2) Laminated Glass

The more popular security glass is laminated glass. This is more popular due to the fact that when it is broken, the glass shards remain stuck to a plastic sheet in the centre of the glass, which remains as a barrier preventing access. The glass is created by fusing a sheet of plastic in the centre of two panes of glass, creating an invisible core that cannot be easily penetrated.