To consider before purchasing a door

To consider
before purchasing a door

When buying a new door, it is important to consider the following:

How exposed is the door?
Will it rain on the door?
Could water splash up from the stairs in front of the door?
Could wind blow the rain onto the door?
If so, we recommend that you choose a door made from teak, which withstands water better than any other material.

Could the wind throw open the door?
If so, we recommend that you purchase a door-stopper. A door stopper is an inexpensive insurance that will prevent the door from being violently thrown open, which can damage the door leaf. The hinges may break, which could lead to the door not being able to be closed properly.

Is the door exposed to direct sunlight?
Remember that dark colours fade faster than light ones. Dark blue and red hues are especially sensitive to sunlight.

MAINTENANCE
Wood doors with an oil finish require maintenance.
It is never possible to say how often you need to treat your door with oil. It depends on how exposed it is to the sun and to the rain.

Veneer doors require more oil than doors made from solid wood.
Oak doors need to be oiled much more frequently than teak doors. If left untreated, oak doors will become ugly and covered in black dots.

Aesthetic details

How much light do you want to let in?
If you want a lot of light, we recommend a model with a window opening that extends far down the door. Alternatively, we can produce fixed window sections, sidelights and transom-windows that go with the door.

Do you want to prevent others from seeing in?
If so, select frosted glass, lined glass or another type of obscure glass. We offer a range of alternatives that are suitable for period-style doors.