How to Choose the Right Door – a Guide to 6 Door Styles

Which is the best door for my home?

Wondering how to choose the right door for your home? Well, there are many factors to consider. The appearance of your entrance door might be top of the list, but other factors include home security, door opening style, door materials, weatherproofing, required light levels and energy efficiency. If this all feels overwhelming, don’t worry. We’ve created a handy expert guide to five of our most popular door types to help you decide.

Here at UK Home Solutions, we prioritise your individual needs and work with you on the door design to ensure it achieves the perfect balance of form and function.

1. Patio doors

Great for:  uninterrupted views, light and easy access to outdoor spaces

Adding a patio door is the ideal way to brighten your home by flooding a room with natural light. Our patio doors also feature a smooth sliding mechanism and slim door profiles creating a seamless transition between your indoor and outdoor space. The sliding mechanism takes up minimal space compared with the swing requirements of an open in or open out door configuration, so you can improve air flow and ventilation in the home while enjoying full use of your patio or garden space. This makes a patio door an excellent door option if you dream of patio barbeques with loved ones, but you have a smaller garden area. While older patio doors were not known for their energy efficiency, the designs we offer come with double or triple glazing to maximise thermal insulation. Patio doors are a visually stunning and modern choice which provides unobstructed scenic views.

Create a bespoke patio door in your choice of colours and designs.

2. Composite doors

Great for: a high-performance, highly customisable front door

Composite doors are precision-engineered to be stronger, more durable and more thermally efficient than traditional wooden doors. So what is a composite door anyway? A composite door is made from a combination of materials, such as GRP (fibreglass or glass-reinforced plastic), wood and uPVC which work together to improve the overall performance of the entrance door. Our composite front doors offer excellent thermal and noise insulation, while the plastic skin protects the door from weather damage – so you won’t need to repaint or varnish it. Our composite door range is also very versatile; we offer an array of traditional door designs which mimic the most popular timber door styles on the market, along with contemporary doors for modern homes. You can also customise your door with side or top lights, choose from a stunning selection of obscured and coloured glass options, and add the finishing touches with custom door knockers, door handles and letterplates.

Get some inspiration for your composite front door.

3. French doors

Great for: accessibility and creating a timeless elegant design which suits modern and traditional homes

A French door is a simple, yet classic door design which has stood the test of time. The large glass panels let in plenty of natural light, but you still get significant security benefits as our doors come fitted with multi-point locking systems. Unlike sliding doors which slide across, French doors swing out on their hinges so you can achieve a wider opening space and even more ventilation. This can also be useful if you need to move plant pots, furniture or other larger items through the entranceway. The door frames are available in a range of stylish colours and woodgrain finishes to perfectly suit your home. One thing you may wish to consider with a French door is privacy due to the large glass area. However, there are many other ways to achieve this if you like this style.

Discover more about French door designs.

4. uPVC doors

Great for: affordability, weatherproofing, energy efficiency and low maintenance requirements

One of the key benefits of uPVC doors (made from unplasticised polyvinyl chloride) is that they boast impressive durability. The materials are highly resistant to the British weather, so you won’t experience annoying and costly damage such as rotting timber frames, warping, rusting, flaking or swelling. This also means that uPVC doors have outstanding energy efficiency, as heat cannot escape. uPVC doors are easy to clean, because there’s no painting or sealing required, and the custom shade you choose will not fade over time. What’s more, compared with other door materials, uPVC is cheap to produce and easy to customise. If you prefer a more traditional look for your property, you can opt for a uPVC door with a woodgrain effect or a natural colour.

View our beautiful uPVC door range.

5. Bifold doors

Great for: opening up your outdoor space and achieving a chic, modern look

Aluminium bifold doors are another excellent space saving door choice. This sleek door design folds back on itself in a concertina motion to open up a full side of your room to the outdoors. Bifold doors add natural light and fresh air to your home while enhancing access to your garden or patio. You will be able to use your room and your exterior space without the door frame getting in the way, as it compacts tightly against the wall creating a wide opening for you and your guests to enjoy. Our secure bifold doors are constructed from robust aluminium and feature advanced multi-point locking, so they also offer high levels of security for your home.

Learn more about bifold doors.

6. Stable doors

Great for: protecting children or pets and creating a charming traditional look

Stable doors are divided in two, which means the bottom half of the door can be locked while the top half swings open. This is helpful if you need to air out a room – perhaps it’s a hot day or you want to allow odours to escape. Another benefit of these doors is the safety aspect. It’s an excellent way to let in light or fresh air without allowing children or pets to wander out of eyesight. People also love stable doors because they have a rustic, traditional appeal which works beautifully on a range of properties, from converted barns and cottages to large period properties.

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Bespoke Door Prices

Whichever door style appeals to you, we can design and install a door based on your exact requirements. Our professional team will work with you, offering expert advice on any aspect you need help with, from choosing the best front door colours right down to the perfect door handle. Rest assured that all of our doors offer enhanced security, excellent energy efficiency and meet the required building regulations. 

We stay in touch throughout the door installation process to ensure you are happy with your door product and the professionalism of our team.

Get a fast, free door quote online from UK Home Solutions using our online quoting engine. You can also send an enquiry for our team or call us on 0800 783 5480.

 

 

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