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The front door of your house is more often than not the first impression anyone has of your house. Friends, family, strangers, potential attackers.. They will all have judgements based on that first impression. So what does your front door say about you?

Does your door suit your property? Sometimes, especially when there is an accident or an old front door suddenly ceases function completely, front doors are replaced in a hurry. If there isn’t money set aside for the purpose, often the replacement front door is the cheapest available, regardless of whether it suits the building or not.

What is your current front door made of? Wood is ultimately the most attractive of front doors, but it is not used as often as uPVC due to the cost and high level of maintenance required. Most properties, especially new builds, have uPVC front doors. Many uPVC doors are poorly designed, cheap and flimsy looking.

How old is your front door? If your door is only a few years old, you may be lucky enough that it still looks new. However, many front doors age quickly, especially when not maintained. Formerly white uPVC doors discolour to a cigarette-stained yellow colour, while wooden doors slowly lose their shine and paint begins to chip off.

Most importantly – what does your front door say about the security of your house?

Professional criminals will know even the most subtle details to look for – the right kind of lock, the right kind of door, the right kind of glazing that makes breaking in easier. However, you don’t need to be a professional to spot an easy target. uPVC front doors have flimsy panels that can be kicked out easily. Old wooden doors with rot showing can easily be split with force in the right place.
It is important to have a high security front door if your house is vulnerable – either from containing valuable assets, or from being in an area of high threat.

If your front door isn’t up to scratch, buy a replacement front door and transform the look of your home. Composite doors offer the best of everything – long-lasting, attractive, high security, very functional and affordable.

Are you thinking of buying a new front door but haven’t quite made up your mind yet? Choosing a new front door is a big purchase and, because front doors are a highly exposed area of your house, it can be difficult to know what to go for if you do decide to invest in one.

There are several pros and cons to think about when considering investing in a new front door:

Pros of buying a new front door

Improved security
If your current front door has no security features it may worth upgrading ASAP. All Composite Door Shop front doors have security options including spyholes, chains and locks, giving your home the best chance against crime and burglary.

Greater kerb appeal
If you are thinking of selling your house it’s worthwhile taking time to considering what changes can make a big big impression on a potential buyer. A front door is one of the first things to make an impression and it’s important to get it right if you are planning on selling your house in a

Longer lasting front door
If your existing front door is looking a little old and tatty, don’t be surprised. Many front doors built before the last few years have not been built to last. However, modern composite front doors are built of quality materials that are better designed to withstand weather and use over time. Invest in a new front door from the Composite Door Shop and you will be buying a product that look good and perform well many years down the line.

Cons of buying a new front door

Expense
There is no sense in buying a cheap front door as the materials used will not withstand use and will begin to look old quite quickly. You might need to save up to buy a new front door, however the investment is usually worth it for the benefits of a new front door to your home and security.

Trouble finding the right door for you
Choosing the right front door can be the trickiest part of buying a new front door, so why not design your own? At the Composite Door Shop we have an online door designer where you can choose from many different styles and hardware options to make getting the perfect front door for you easier than ever.