CHOOSING FRONT DOORS
Keep your home safe, warm and stylish by specifying an eye-catching entrance
Left: This canary yellow door from RK Door Systems (www.rkdoor
systems.co.uk) is an eye-catching, modern feature.
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our entrance sets the tone for your home and can really enhance kerb appeal, but with so many options out there, it can be tough to know where to start. This guide will outline the key considerations you should be making when selecting the perfect front door for your project.
Material considerations
There are plenty of styles to suit every taste, but you should choose a unit that will stand the test of time in both looks and performance. Gone are the days of a simple PVCu swing door – you can now select anything from glazed contemporary units to solid bronze pivoting versions. It’s easy to get carried away with the options, so always aim to select an aesthetic that suits your home’s facade overall – whether it’s to be complementary or contrasting.