We are in especially high spirits this month as we have just launched our brand new website. It seems like a lifetime ago that Global Door first brought composite exterior doors to the E-commerce market, and its fair to say we have been emulated by a good few companies in the past few years.

When our original site initially went live a few years ago, there was a lot of doubt as to how successful we would be installing and supplying exterior doors nationwide. Armed with our virtual showroom, we didn’t employ any salesmen and set about rewriting the rule book.

Things have gone from strength to strength since then, and what better way to celebrate than a fresh new website! Incorporating all of the vast door range and technical knowledge that customers have come to expect from Global Door, we believe our new website offers a terrific user experience.

Clean and to the point, our new website makes it easier than ever to get a no nonsense price for your fitted composite door.

You can browse through our complete exterior doors range, and unlike other websites you can get your price there and then without having to save or offer any details. Our unique door designer has been designed with convenience in mind, and will give you your complete installation price in just a few easy steps.

Of course we haven’t forgotten about our loyal DIY customer base. After all, Global Door has set the benchmark in supply only composite doors. The new site is even more tailored for customers who want to fit the door themselves. You may be fitting the door with a friend, or know someone who can install the door for you. You will find everything you need on the new website – including some handy measuring and installation instructional videos.

Don’t forget we can deliver exterior doors in 3 working days direct to your door!

So we hope you enjoy the new website, but don’t forget the most important aspect that makes Global Door different is our experienced sales team. Our phone lines are open 8AM-8PM every day, and our sales team are more than happy to discuss any aspect of our composite doors with – no matter how technical. We have built our business on our unrivalled level of communication and service to our customers, so give us a call today.

Ticket prices are varied, and can range between £20 and £2000 for the most premium seats. It is fair to say that the city of London will be buzzing with excitement over the next couple of months, and is likely to be even more manic than normal once the games actually begin.

Of course, you always have the option of watching the events at home in your favourite armchair. You may want to crank up the TV, shut the curtains and get more into the spirit of things. If you do this however, be advised against using the remote control as a discus. A friend of mine did something similar with disastrous consequences.

There have been plenty of interesting stories leading into the start of the summer olympics, ranging from some genuine concerns to just plain random.

A personal favourite was the news that the Japanese ping pong prodigy Koki Niwa has been scolded by his management because of his ‘junk food’ habit.

Normally you would think this meant our pal Koki has been scoffing down on the odd cheeseburger, or maybe that new sandwich from KFC that I can’t remember the name of. But no, the junk food that he is guilty of enjoying? Noodles and meat…

Thats probably the least decadent junk food habit ever. In fact, isn’t that quite healthy?

With only 77 days to go until the start of the event, the athletes will now be training hard in preparation for the games. Kristel Kobrich, the Chilean swimmer, is working particularly hard after suffering a psychological blow in Beijing four years ago. The veteran swimmer came 20th in the 800 metre heats, and 5 days later failed to last the course in the open water events.

Whilst we will all be no doubt hooked to the events as they are happening later in the year, we will also find some time to shout about some of the great offers we currently have on our fitted composite doors.

All fitted Doors from Global come with Free DGCOS cover

Like so many customers, Mr. Hayes had paid a deposit in good faith to a local company to supply and install a conservatory and front entrance door. Unfortunately the company went into liquidation, leaving Mr. Hayes £1635.00 out of pocket.

Ordinarily Mr. Hayes would have nowhere to turn at this point, but seeing as the installer had been a DGCOS member he contacted them for assistance in reclaiming his deposit. The DGCOS managed to refund the full amount back to Mr. Hayes, which is a remarkable achievement and a real boost for the image of the double glazing industry.

What is even more remarkable about this case is that the company in question hadn’t actually registered the customers details with the DGCOS paid any registration fees. The fact that the DGCOS overlooked this and still made a substantial payment to the customer is commendable.

If ever there were questions raised as to the credibility of the DGCOS, surely this case has answered it and then some. As a nationwide supplier and installers of composite doors, Global Door are thrilled to offer DGCOS protection completely free of charge to every customer. We understand that when you are spending a lot of money online, it is only natural to want some sort of peace of mind.

After all, what happens if we disappear in two years time? Or even two weeks time? Of course this would never happen, but where does that leave you and the money you have paid?

As this case proves the DGCOS is a scheme with a difference. Always be cautious when buying online, especially when companies are handing out 10 year insurance backed guarantees like candy floss at a fair. All too often these are barely worth the paper they are printed on, and you will probably find that nine times out of ten there are more loop holes in the small print than a wooly jumper.

Even if a case such as this wasn’t enough to convince you that the DGCOS is a scheme that genuinely cares about consumers, our advice would be to contact them direct. Always happy to discuss an issue with a potential customer, Global Door have found the level of protection unbeatable – which is why we are proud to be a founding member.

To find out more ask us today about the DGCOS peace of mind pack, and have your copy emailed to you directly before making a decision.

Black Composite door from Global

There is no denying there are numerous benefits composite doors have over timber and uPVC alternatives. Aside from the fact that they look great (a realistic timber grain available in a variety of colours that will never need to be painted), composite doors are also incredibly secure. Thanks to a multi point locking system and reinforced 44mm thick door leaf, its no wonder our composite doors are Police approved.

But the benefits don’t stop there – Global composite doors are some of the most thermally efficient options for a residential door. Thermal glass upgrades are now available, which means the double glazed units in our composite doors can be upgraded to include argon gas and warmedge spacer bars.

In a nutshell, this means our composite doors keep the heat in and the cold out – even more so than standard door alternatives.

Our composite doors have great energy ratings – so much so that every one of our composite doors now comes with an official energy rating certificate – you may have seen these on your fridge and other appliances. Global composite doors are one of the only residential doors to give you this certificate, and we are proud to offer this to every one of our customers.

These days we all need to save a few pound where we can, and when you choose Global composite doors you are safe in the knowledge that not only are you enhancing the value of your home – your also going to be saving money too.

One such customer who can testify is Mr. Khan from Wakefield (door pictured). This customer browsed many composite doors before speaking to Global. 10 days later we arrived to fit the brand new door, which is a stunning 2 panel 4 square in black with chrome furniture and Zinc Art Elegance glass.

Fitted composite doors are now available throughout the UK from Global Door. As we are an E-Commerce outfit, we save fortunes on showrooms, salesmen and TV ad’s compared to ‘the big boys’. This means that we can offer an unbeatable service at more than half the price of what you may be quoted from large double glazing outfits. (We also don’t put on huge margins with a view to ‘ringing the manager’ and slashing the price in half. Pressure selling is not our style).

So it may all sound too good to be true; a reputable company who can install front and back doors for homes anywhere in the UK for half the cost of a large double glazing outfit? And your telling me that the product is one of the finest examples in the UK market today? And you offer a premium installation service? Whats the catch?

Unfortunately for our competition, there isn’t one. As an online company we value the opinions of our customers more than anything, and we have a wealth of composite door reviews from previous customers that testify to our high level of service.

We are also a founding member of the DGCOS, which is proof to potential clients that Global Door are a reputable company who’s work is constantly monitored and vetted. It is a worthwhile statistic that 39% of installers who apply to be members of the DGCOS are turned down due to their strict screening process. To our customers we feel that this is peace of mind when considering your new fitted front door – we even sent out a DGCOS peace of mind pack with every installation.

One customer who is certainly happy with his purchase is Mr.Deacon from Birmingham. This customer had been quoted a ridiculous sum of money for a fitted composite door from a large national company, and feeling uneasy about the quote decided to do some research online. After a chat with one our salesmen, the customer decided to go ahead with Global Door, commenting that the price we quoted was over £1000 cheaper than his original quote! Mr. Deacon was also impressed with our knowledgable staff, who discussed some of the more technical queries Mr. Deacon had that the previous salesmen had sidestepped.

2 panel 2 square 1 arch composite door in Red. This door features Zinc Art Abstract triple glazing with chrome furniture and a Yale key free handle.

I don’t know about you but whenever I hear a company boasting about their cheap prices there are usually a few alarm bells that start ringing. The very definition of cheap is not synonymous with quality, and more often than not the parts or service you receive will be inferior. This theory unfortunately applies to the double glazing industry like any other, and with so many companies now boasting cheap composite doors and low price front doors for homes how can you be sure that you are getting what you need: a quality product at the right price.

We all like to save money wherever we can, and at Global Door we believe that customers should feel like they are getting a good deal. As pioneers of the composite door industry, we would never discredit any other companies products, however it is worth remembering exactly what you are getting when you order your new front door from Global.

Firstly there is the huge list of accreditations that come with a Global composite exterior door; PAS23/24 as standard, as well as Secured by Design and Kitemark. Our doors and locking systems are approved by the Police Force, and also leading insurance companies. This could save you a good few pound when you come to renew your home insurance.

We have a range of over 20 door styles, from classic designs, cottage doors and contemporary options. Every door style can chosen with a coice of 7 colours and a huge range of glass designs, meaning you can customise your door exactly how you want it.

Cheap composite doors will never have the 35 year lifespan that a high quality GRP global door will, and when considering the next front door for your home this is worth considering.

Take a look below at the transformation this customer has made to his property. There are always reasons for wanting to change the front door for your home, and this customer was particularly concerned with security. The existing uPVC door was very flimsy, and had a cheap Euro cylinder that was prone to attack from burglars.

After the initial phone call, Global Door were out on site 9 days later installing the door. Not only has this greatly improved security of the property, but the customer was also thrilled with the look and feel of the timber grain effect as well.

Before: dated uPVC door with a number of weak security points

After: 2 panel 1 arch composite door in blue with English Rose glass and Secured by Design locking systems

Of course selling a house is not the only reason to replace an external front door with a composite door, and in the current economical climate many people prefer to improve rather than move. Composite front doors really do enhance the look of a home; with over 7 colours available and a stunning realistic timber grain, our composite door range really is something special.

The thermal properties of our composite doors are some of the best available for any residential door, with some of our range achieving U values of 1.1. For those who don’t know, the U Value refers to how much energy is lost from within your property. For example, a warped old timber door will have a higher U value than a composite door with triple glazed glass units. The lower the U value the better.

To you the customer, we offer a U value certificate with every door produced, which is proof in black and white of the superior thermal properties of a Global Exterior composite door. After all, what can’t speak can’t lie.

Our front doors for homes can also be upgraded to have thermal glass, which improves the U value even further. These upgraded glass units are filled with argon gas to improve insulation, and also have a warm edge spacer bar which deflects cold better than the standard. Glass technologies have come a long way since the dawn of double glazing, and Global Door have definitely moved with the times.

Here is a recent example we installed for a customer in Kent. This customer had already had her original aluminium windows changed to Rosewood uPVC, but had avoided changing the door as she did not like uPVC. A few years later and the customer revisited replacing the door as it was terribly cold in the hallway during the Autumn/Winter months. After contacting us, the customer decided on a darkwood composite door combination – and after we completed the installation she said the difference in the hallway was unbelievable. Not only did the door combination look amazing (and compliment the existing rosewood windows), but also it has had a positive effect on the heating bill as well.

Before: Aluminium door combi letting in the cold (aluminium is a terrible conductor and notorious for letting in the cold)…

After: new Global Composite Door in darkwood with matching composite side panels…

A door that has this accreditation is known as an FD30 door, or fire door. A composite fire door is a relatively new addition to the market, and something that not many companies can currently offer. At Global Door we have yet again set the standard as we can supply and install composite fire doors nationwide.

FD30 composite fire doors appear exactly the same as a normal composite front door, save for the glass units which will have a pane of Georgian Wire Cast safety fire glass. It is the materials used on a composite fire door that set it apart, and our doors only use the highest quality components available.

We can offer 7 different styles in FD30 format from our stunning composite door range, ensuring that we have something for everyone. We also offer these doors in all of our standard colours, including white, red, blue, green, black, oak and rosewood.

Here is a recent FD30 composite door installation carried out by Global Door. This customer wanted a classic design and went for the 6 panel solid design in black with chrome furniture. Not only is the property now much more secure, but our customer was also thrilled with the transformation the door made to her property.

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If you would like a quote for a fire rated composite door, FD30 composite door or are unsure if you require one contact a member of our sales team today for more information.

Now though, thanks to our outstanding collection of bespoke composite doors, you can really put your own spin on your home. Not everybody has the same tastes, which is why at Global Door we have a range of over 21 door styles to suit everyone.

Here is an example of a customer who wanted a classic ‘Victorian’ style door. This style of front door will compliment any property, however they are especially popular with terraced and town houses and Victorian perod properties. This customer has opted for a black door with chrome  hardware. Remember there are 7 colours avaiable with a multitude of glass options!

Below is a customer who has chosen a door at the other end of the spectrum. This couple were looking for a funky modern exterior door, and wanted something that would make them stand out from the crowd. They eventually went for the ultra modern 4 square composite door in black with chrome hardware. We also made this door with Satin glass, to give the whole door combination a classy, modern feel.

This couple were particularly over the moon as we installed this a few days before Christmas. We actually received an email over the holiday period to say that all of their family and friends who had been around had been amazed by the door – remember if you recommend a family or friend there are discounts available!

The first is the price. Although cheap wooden doors are available, these defy the point a replacement front door and could well lead to more maintenance and pitfalls than your current door. Wooden doors are ordinarily around 45% more expensive than a composite alternative, due to the current climate a naturally occurring substance such as timber, oak etc. commands high prices and more manufacturing time.

Secondly there is the maintenance. This is one issue that has been completely addressed by composite doors, as anyone with a wooden door will know they usually require a fresh coat of paint every year to prevent from looking faded and tired. Having to constantly oil and adjust hinges and mechanisms is also common on wooden doors, and for most people these days with a busy lifestyle this is simply an unnecessary burden.

The third and undoubtedly the biggest drawback of a wooden door is that they are exposed to the elements. Being a natural product, wooden doors are renowned to shrink, warp and bow in extreme weather conditions. Too much sunlight or a particularly cold Winter and you may find that a wooden door becomes inoperable. Wooden doors can also twist in the frame over the years and are not an ideal long term solution.

A good example of this is a customer from last year who approached us desperately to replace a front and back timber door. He had spent over £2000 on the wooden doors 14 months earlier, which still looked brand new and were quite striking in a pale green colour. Unfortunately the doors had bowed so badly no amount of adjusting could salvage them, and loopholes in the 10 year guarantee ensured he could not get compensation.

There is a way to avoid a situation like this unfortunate customer, and that is to choose a composite door. Boasting the timber grain effect of a wooden door with zero maintenance required, composite doors really are the door of the future. A 44mm thick slab will keep the coldest Winter out, and with aluminium reinforcing and a reinforced sub-frame you can rest assured the door will never bow or weather.

Take a look at this recent example; this an external front door that Global Door replaced – we think you will agree that the replacement is not only an improvement in terms of looks, but also in strength and security.

Before (tired wooden door with draughts)…

After (2 panel square composite door in red with matching composite side panel)…