Should I Choose A UPVC Or Composite Front Door For My Home?
Your front door is important to get right, but fortunately, when choosing between a UPVC and composite door, you can’t go wrong.
A front door should feel welcoming to guests, complement your home’s overall character and style, and provide you with high levels of security.
If you are questioning whether your current front door ticks every box above, you might need to consider a replacement. When researching popular front doors, you are likely to come across both UPVC doors and composite doors.
The majority of Kent homeowners will have heard of UPVC doors, but less will be familiar with composite doors.
What is a composite door made from?
There are several different materials within a composite door, as the name suggests. In addition to UPVC, there’s also wood, foam, and a GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) skin.
The GRP skin, designed with a realistic wood grain finish, gives the door the appearance of timber. However, in terms of performance, it surpasses traditional timber doors in strength and durability.
Strength is one of the notable qualities of a composite door. It will be challenging to find a door that is stronger or more energy efficient than the composite doors available at Eden Windows.
What are the differences between a composite door and a UPVC door?
In contrast to composite doors, UPVC doors are made from a single material, namely plastic. Composite doors have a thicker frame, approximately 44mm compared to the 28mm frame of a UPVC door.
Naturally, there is a price disparity between the two types of doors. Composite doors are higher in price due to the greater number of materials used in their construction.
While UPVC doors are less expensive than composite doors, they still offer numerous benefits, including excellent thermal efficiency and advanced security features.
How should I clean and maintain my composite or UPVC door?
Cleaning and maintaining your composite or UPVC door is a straightforward process. Every four months, you can fill a bucket with warm, soapy water and use a soft cloth to clean the frame surfaces. It is important to avoid using solvent-based cleaners and abrasive materials.
Once a year, you should also clean all the hardware components, such as locks, hinges, handles, and other door furniture, also using warm, soapy water.
Regularly clearing debris from the threshold and drainage holes of the door is also recommended, especially during inclement weather. This helps to keep water out of the seals.
Showcased in our brochure, we invite you to find out more about the exceptional qualities of our composite and UPVC doors. Get yours here.
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