Different types of door materials

Not only are composite doors incredibly durable and secure, but they also come in a variety of styles, materials, and finishes, which means you can easily find a door that completely suits your taste and preferences. Made from a combination of wood, PVC, and glass reinforced plastic, they act as an insulator that’s effective at helping to trap heat in your home to help you save on your energy bills. And they maintain their energy efficiency over time too - they’re highly regarded for their longevity with minimal maintenance required. So, you can be sure that it’s a worthy investment that will last for a while.

Composite and uPVC doors are pretty similar, which means they’re often compared. They share a lot of the same properties, such as offering a wide range of colours and styles to suit any home, as well as durability and low maintenance. However, where uPVC doors are made entirely with plastic, composite is made up of multiple different materials. uPVC still has plenty of appeal as it’s the more cost-effective option, and uPVC doors are still incredibly durable and are highly resistant to corrosion, water damage, and everyday wear and tear, meaning they still look good over time, and you won’t need to worry about the colour fading.

Timber doors have loads of character and style that works on both traditional and contemporary-style homes. Their look is what makes them truly unique - they bring kerb appeal and add a certain sense of homeliness to your property. On the practical side, they also offer plenty of external security. Wooden doors are really strong and built to last, and on the off chance that something did cause damage, they’re one of the few door materials that you can actually repair. Wood is also great at insulating your home, so they keep the warm in and help you use less heating, which is better for your energy bills.

Aluminium doors are a low maintenance, cost-effective alternative. They’re also highly weather-resistant, with a powder coating that comes in any colour and provides a long-lasting finish that is unlikely to start peeling or cracking even after plenty of exposure to the elements. For anyone that’s eco-conscious, they also excel when it comes to their environmental impact - aluminium is a 100% recyclable material with no degradation, so that when your door finally does need to be replaced, it won’t be thrown straight into landfill.