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Climadoor Internal Bifold Doors
Climadoor brand internal bifold doors give you peace of mind for quality and ease of fitment. Exceptional value for money. Available in white, oak and a variety of glazing options.
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If you want to increase the value of your home and make the most of your outdoor space all year round, then investing in a set of exterior French patio doors is a must-do.
View Full RangeExternal bifold doors are the perfect way to show off a well-maintained garden. These glass sliding doors will extend your living space during the spring and summer months.
View Full RangeBring the outside in with a striking set of sliding patio doors. If you want to open up your home with large glass panels that brighten up the inside, patio doors are a must-have.
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Supplying a wide Range of MDF, Softwood and Engineered Oak Veneered Door lining options, with differing designs, we will have a solution that meets your needs.
View RangeWe offer a wide range of External Hardwood and Malaysian Oak Door frames to Suit standard sized doors.
View RangeFinish off your external door in style with a weather board in dark red hardwood or oak.
View RangeThe all-important finishing touch to your internal doors Internal door handles are often overlooked as a design feature but they can add the final flourish that elevates any room.
View RangeAvailable in a range of styles, sizes and finishes, we have standard skirting packs, which will add the finishing touches to any home interior design.
View RangeMaking life easy when creating a French door pair, our pair makers create a simple rebate for the master door to close up to, without needing to machine the doors.
View RangeSupplying a wide range of Traditional and Modern internal Door Architrave Sets, Express Doors Direct has many options and styles to choose from.
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If you have just purchased some new French doors, then you are probably eager to fit them. Installing new French doors in an existing frame should be a simple job, as long as you have measured the doors correctly according to our guide to measuring and sizing French doors. If, however, you need to fit a new frame as well then you will need to install the frame into the rough opening first.
Expanding an existing opening is beyond the scope of this guide, since it may require disconnecting electrical wiring, and making alterations to structural walls. These are things that should only be attempted by someone who is knowledgeable and skilled in construction. Hanging a door in an existing frame, or even replacing a frame into an existing opening is a more modest task.
If you have had to enlarge the opening to fit your new doors, then you will want to make sure that the wall in which the doors are to be placed is properly insulated. Remember that the vapour barrier for the insulation should face the interior of the property. After insulating the wall, you can start work.
External French doors should feature double glazing (not single glazing) and be fitted with a three point locking mechanism for security, not just a single lock. Depending on the type of door, you might also want an inner security screen. If you have a house alarm, consider fitting sensors to the door as well for added peace of mind. Remember that most burglaries are opportunistic, so if your doors appear secure, then that will help to put off any would-be intruders.
For the back door, having top and bottom key-operated 5 lever mortise locks is usually sufficient. For front doors, which tend to be more exposed, you may want surface-mounted locking bolts which are fitted to the frame at a 90-degree angle to the grain of the wood – this will make sure that the door frame is highly unlikely to split should someone put pressure on the door. It is not uncommon for French doors to open outwards, and if you opt for this, then use hinge bolts as well.
Fitting French doors is a relatively simple job, but it is important to remember that external doors are more than just entry/exit points – they are also an important security feature for your home. For this reason, you should make sure that you have the time to do a good job, and that you are confident that you know what you are doing. If you have any doubts at all, consult an expert. It is better to pay to have the job done well the first time around than to be faced with great inconvenience and an expensive bill for remedial work at a later date!
If you're hesitant to tackle the job yourself, hiring a specialist to install your french doors might be an option. Many homeowners are hesitant to hire a professional due to the cost to install them. If you do it yourself, you will save money on labour expenses; however, if done incorrectly, hiring an expert to repair the job might cost you more.
Costs will differ from company to company. However, if you communicate with a number of reputable businesses in your region, you should be able to get a rough estimate. On average, hiring a professional door installer to install your french doors might cost anything from £400 to £500, depending on the difficulty of the task and the cost of the doors. This, however, is an example and may vary based on the company you choose.
There are a variety of elements to consider when calculating the cost of new French doors, including the material they're constructed of.
The most cost-effective material for french doors is uPVC. You may expect to pay between £500 and £600 for uPVC french doors. Although costs vary depending on the supplier,
On the other hand, for other sorts of french doors such as aluminum ones, you can expect to pay a lot more. Aluminum french doors are known for their strength and durablility, so they will cost you a lot more. The price of a new set of aluminium French Doors may range from £1850 to £2200.
As stated above, the price of your new french doors will vary depending on several factors. However, it is possible to find good quality French Doors at a reasonable budget if you shop around and compare prices.
It is crucial to note that, while replacing patio doors or windows appear to be simple jobs, they must comply with certain building regulations in order to be acceptable.
Although you may install French doors without certification, if you plan to sell the property later and the prospective buyer or agent requested verification of compliance, you might be in a bind if you lack documentation.
When it comes to installing french doors, compliance with Building Regulations isn't the same as the need for planning permission because replacing old doors with new ones does not require planning approval.
Building regulations in the United Kingdom recognise doors as controlled fittings, therefore certain standards must be met when fitting a french door, which is why it's so important who performs the installation work.
If you were to do it yourself, you'd have to submit an application for inspection of the work to your local authority, and only after they approved the installation would they issue a certificate – this is done by appointment only and there will be a fee.
Whether you're fitting an external French door as a front or back door, you'll need to make sure the fit is just right. If you have a door opening that is slightly smaller than a standard size, then you can usually adjust wooden doors to fit. Our external timber doors have generous lippings which can be sanded/planed to make a bigger door fit a smaller opening. Try to remove an equal amount from both doors, and remove some from both sides of the door to create a smooth fit. If you do have to adjust a door in this way before you hang it, then let the door sit in a dry place overnight after trimming it, before hanging it. This will reduce the likelihood of the door twisting, bowing or drooping.
If you have any questions about our range of external doors, or are concerned about fitting/installation, then please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. We would be happy to answer any questions that you might have, and to work with you to find the best possible doors for your needs.
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