Composite doors rank top as the most secure front door and are so because they are constructed using multiple strong materials – their composition includes a solid timber core, reinforced layers of UPVC and fibreglass (GRP) and a medley of separate concentrated materials.
In stark contrast to timber doors, they don’t suffer warping, cracking or weaken as they age.
Things To Watch For When Buying A Front Door
Find a door made from a tough material with both a reinforced frame and high-security lock. Here’s some insight into a few common door materials:
Timber doors – Modern engineered timber doors are a better bet for security as they aren’t as susceptible to warping and weakening as traditional wooden doors.
UPVC doors – A very affordable solution, they offer excellent all-round performance and hardly need any maintenance over the long term.
Aluminium doors – Aluminium has unparalleled strength and durability, which are the key to superior home security.
Composite doors – Several materials are utilised in the creation of composite doors, making them the strongest option out there for protection against forced entries.
What Features Does A Safe Door Have?
A high-quality lock is an obvious one, one that’s tamper-proof and will put a block on home intrusion. You also want laminated glass to prevent glazing being smashed, as well as a strong frame and solid core construction.
Locks need to be ideally British Standard BS 3621 and have a multipoint mechanism for total peace of mind. Forced entries are drastically reduced if you have a reinforced door frame and hinges.
For further secure precautions, invest in a smart video doorbell and have a spyhole added.
Common Lock Types In The UK
A great door will always have a great lock and in the UK, several varieties of lock are offered, each providing different degrees of protection:
Mortice Locks – Often used in wooden doors, mortice locks are embedded into the door itself for high security.
Rim Locks/Nightlatches – Also a regular feature of timber doors, these are fitted to the door’s surface rather than within it. Employ them alongside a high-security locking system.
Cylinder Locks – Present in a lot of UPVC and composite doors, cylinder locks are immensely secure, particularly when paired with a multipoint lock. A 3-star cylinder lock offers snap, drilling and bumping resistance.
Check to see if your front door’s security is of a good enough standard. If you detect that it isn’t, organise a door upgrade with Visual. Book in a meeting to discuss it.
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From French and patio to bi-folding, we offer an incredible variety of doors inlcuding the latest front and back door designs, all of which are made to measure for the perfect fit to your home.
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