This information was written with the intention that it would be read by someone looking to purchase a front door and considering the option of a composite door.
Check for PAS 24 Certification
Check the door carries the enhanced PAS 24 security rating, which means it has been tested for Impact, Manipulation and lock testing. This test is overseen by the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB), who are also responsible for testing and certifying other security products.
Understand the Multi-Layer Construction
A composite door is not a solid timber door, nor is it a hollow uPVC door. A composite door is made up of various layers including a solid foam core, a timber sub-frame, a glass-reinforced plastic skin and an outer frame. These layers are all bonded together to provide a strong door that resists warping, rotting and swelling.
Look for Multipoint Locking
The lock. A single point lock is generally not good enough for a quality door. The majority of solid core and composite doors are fitted with multipoint locking systems. This means that there are multiple locking points along the door frame that are activated when the handle is lifted and the key turned. If you are looking for Composite Doors Cardiff, see choicetradeframes.co.uk/composite-doors/cardiff/.
Weather and UV Resistance
Composite doors are made to withstand Wales’ damp weather and constant changes in temperature. Our doors are designed to resist moisture and UV light, to stop them from fading, blistering or discolouring after a few years. Unlike painted doors made of timber which need repainting every few years.
Low Maintenance in Practice
Low Maintenance in Practice – Just wipe the door with a damp cloth and from time to time lubricate the hinges and lock. We have outlined suppliers and products for composite doors in Cardiff.
A quality specified composite door will last for decades to come with minimal intervention.
