The problem in answering this question is that it is a bit like a one of those multi choice exam questions \u2013 there are the simple non-technical answers and then there are the specification related questions \u2013 we at Global Door have found it is best to respond with a series of answers.<\/p>\n
We all know what a door is and what its intended purpose is so what is different about a composite door \u2013 the answer is in the name \u2013 where the majority of older doors were made from one material \u2013 timber. UPVC, Aluminium etc a composite door as the name suggest is made from a number of materials \u2013 it is not hand engineered by craftsmen, it is a factory produced product whereby Environmental and Quality factors can be controlled and the components \u2013<\/p>\n
Hardwood<\/p>\n
Metal reinforcement<\/p>\n
Compressed polyurethane which forms the core of the door and provides excellent thermal insulation.<\/p>\n
2mm thick GRP cladding<\/p>\n
are the materials that form the basis of the door construction<\/p>\n
The metal reinforced hardwood inner frame reinforced provides the strength and rigidity, the polyurethane foam core provides a template which can be modelled to reproduce any pattern of door, the 2mm thick through coloured GRP cladding and edging bonds the door construction together and further reinforces its strength.<\/p>\n
As the product is factory produced the UPVC frame can be engineered to fit each individual door template and the two components can be married together as a door and frame unit in the factory therefore ensuring a secure square fit which when draughtproofing is installed means that when taken to site a reliable draught free fit is all but guaranteed<\/p>\n The above answer covers the door and frame assembly but a Global Door offers so much more of security, protection from the elements and sound and thermal energy benefits all of which we consider of major importance.<\/p>\n Security \u2013 all modern doors have to achieve certain standards to show that they are durable and weatherproof therefore we have to have them tested by independent third parties \u2013 all of our doors have passed the \u201crigorous testing standards required to prevent criminal attacks\u201d and achieved the required \u201cPAS 23 & 24\u201d accreditation. This addresses the door but to achieve \u201cSecured by Design\u201d accredited (the UK Police and Insurance Company sponsored initiative to ensure safer homes) we also have to prove we have secure locking systems \u2013 with our doors this is achieved by the use of multi point locking systems and the fitting of the \u201cUltion\u201d lock<\/a> as standard ( the Ultion lock is currently recognised as the most secure lock for the domestic market) At Global Door we are so aware of our responsibilities with regard to security that we dedicate a \u201cSecurity\u201d<\/a> page on our web site pointing out the statistics and our solutions to this problem.<\/p>\n Protection from the elements \u2013 whereas a timber door can soak up water causing warping, twisting of the door and where the colour of UPVC can fade and discolour with time \u2013 the factory bonding of the two external GRP skins to the solid core neither absorbs water and therefore warping, twisting and bowing are an extremely rare occurrence nor will the colour fade in time \u2013 the GRP cladding is in fact so hard wearing that it eliminate the need for decoration for the lifetime of the door \u2013 other than the occasional wipe with a damp cloth.<\/p>\n Sound and thermal Efficiency benefits \u2013 a composite door in order to incorporate the rigid polyurethane core is slightly thicker than most timber or UPVC doors and as this core material provides superb installation qualities it substantially reduces sound transfer and more importantly significantly reduces heat loss through the door a benefit which is further enhanced by the factory installed seal tight draughtproofing<\/p>\n The final or in most cases the first question prospective purchasers want answered is \u201cwhat do they look like?\u201d \u2013 to answer \u201cGreat\u201d is a little too simple so at this point we tend to direct all interested parties to the Door Styles<\/a> page of our web site where they can view the twenty seven door styles \u2013 doors for every location fourteen traditional and seven contemporary and six cottage- and they are all available in a range of thirteen external colours and each style is available with complimentary hardware and glazing accessories selected to match perfectly with the individual styles.<\/p>\n As we said at the beginning – Composite Doors are not really complex and we hope we have explained and made it easier for you to understand with this blog however if we have sufficiently whetted your appetite that you want to know more a visit to the Global Door<\/a> web site should answer any remaining questions you may have.<\/p>\n Our web site is designed to be easy to navigate and is crammed full of interesting information plus we allow you to specify and design the door of your choice simply click \u201cQuick Quote\u201d<\/a> on the drop down menu on the home page and follow the step by step guide to creating the door you really want.<\/p>\n Some of the other interesting features you may wish to consider are our \u201cfirst class\u201d installation service<\/a> or if finances post-Christmas are a little tight our 0% Finance<\/a> Offers (available to qualifying customers ) or if you want to know what those who have already taken advantage of our supply and install service have to say about us you can check out the Trust Pilot<\/a> reviews<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.globaldoor.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/White-2-Panel-2-Square.jpg\")
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