Entrance Doors

Front entrance doors bridge indoor and outdoor living spaces for seamless transitions between each environment. A premium, high-quality exterior door enhances your home’s natural light, security, energy efficiency, kerb appeal, and value.

At WoodBeeLtd, we source and install elegant, versatile, custom entrance doors using premium materials for ideal efficiency, durability, and longevity. Our doors are efficient and secure by design, featuring low-E glass, multi-point locking systems, and advanced insulation. You can choose from an array of exquisite designs, door colours, and final touches to highlight your property’s appeal and organic aspects for the perfect accent to your home.

Types of Entrance Doors

We provide entrance doors in numerous configurations to meet your design or functionality preferences. Whether you want to open your space to the outdoors or feel more secure inside, we have high-end solutions that will fit your needs. If you’re feeling indecisive, the information below from our experts will help guide you in the right direction.

Flush Doors

Flush doors are the industry standard for residential and commercial properties alike. So called because they sit flush with the doorframe, these common doors feature smooth, flat surfaces. Their simplicity makes them extremely versatile and durable.

Panel Doors

Unlike flush doors, which are made from a single piece of wood, panel doors contain horizontal and vertical components. Because of their construction, panel doors tend to be more affordable than flush doors, making them ideal for the budget-conscious homeowner. Some also prefer the look of panel doors to add interest to their entryways.

Glazed Doors

Glazed doors feature one or more translucent glass panels within the door design. In addition to their visual impact, glazed doors provide the functional benefit of allowing more natural light into the entryway. They offer an elegant appeal that makes guests feel welcome.

Double Doors

French-style entrance doors (a.k.a. double doors) exude an air of magnificence along with robust security. Their symmetrical appearance elevates any home’s aesthetic, offering plenty of opportunity for playing around with panels, windows, and materials to get the precise look you desire.

Energy Efficiency Features

Your entrance doors weigh heavily on your home’s energy usage. Our sophisticated doors come with the latest features to maximise the efficiency of your HVAC units so you can reduce monthly utility costs. Your entrance door may come with the following:

Low-E Glass

Typically, sunbeams enter through your windows, causing your home to warm up and forcing your air conditioner to work harder to maintain indoor temperatures. Low emissivity (low-E) glass has a transparent heat-reflective coating that prevents UV rays from penetrating your glass, so you can still enjoy natural light without temperature fluctuations. The coating minimises heat absorption by reflecting infrared rays to reduce energy usage requirements.

We offer multiple types of low-E glass, depending on your energy concerns. Hard-coat options let more UV rays through for improved heating in colder climates, whilst soft-coat options offer ultimate protection against penetrative UV rays.

Multi-Pane Options

Multi-pane windows within your door can drastically increase energy efficiency by improving insulation. Rather than the traditional single-pane solution, double- and triple-pane windows have a special type of gas sealed between the panes for superior insulation against exterior noise, weather changes, condensation, and more. Multi-pane windows also provide improved durability.

Weather Stripping and Advanced Insulation

Proper weather stripping ensures that no air can leak through the cracks. Our entrance doors come with advanced insulative properties to ensure maximum energy efficiency. Between the proper insulation and weather stripping, you will enjoy heightened efficiency.

Premium Materials for Entrance Doors

You can choose from numerous premium materials for your entrance door, each with varying advantages and stylistic characteristics. We offer pine and timber entrance doors for unparalleled durability.

Timber Entrance Doors

Hardwood timber is derived from deciduous trees such as oak, maple, walnut, and mahogany. This elevated, high-density timber comes at a higher price point than pine but provides increased durability with lower maintenance requirements. Timber doors can withstand rot, insects, and impacts, lasting a lifetime with minimal upkeep.

Timber comes in many shades, depending on the tree you select. You may also stain or paint the wood to achieve any desired aesthetic.

Pine Entrance Doors

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Custom Styles and Configurations

One of the most exciting parts of choosing luxury entrance doors is designing them exactly how you envision them. Here are some of the design variations you’ll be able to customise:

The Panel Configuration

Assuming you want a panel door instead of the flush variety, you must first decide between a single- versus multi-panel door. Single-panel doors are the most minimal, of course, whilst adding an extra level of interest that a flat door might not give you. Multi-panel doors, like the popular four- or six-panel pine doors, provide added grandeur.

The Grid Pattern

You can choose from a wide range of grid patterns, integrating glass panes and solid wood for any look you desire. Whether you’re interested in clean lines for a contemporary feel, small central windows for your cottage door, or intricate octagonal glazing, we can help.

The Colour and Finish

Finally, you can choose from numerous stains, paint colours, and finishes to bring your entrance doors to life. Match the door’s hue to your home’s overall look, or go the opposite route for something bolder that makes a statement.

At WoodBeeLtd, we aim to provide the finest external front doors in the UK. Regardless of your vision, we’ll make it happen with our premium custom designs and installations.

Our Proven Installation Process

Entrance doors require professional installation for correct alignment and functionality. At WoodBeeLtd, we have extensive collective experience installing our products following the best practices for unmatched longevity. You can trust our expertise for a seamless experience from start to finish.

First, our team removes your existing doors. We sand down any old debris and level the surface to prepare the area for installation. We then take precise measurements of the opening so that your new door and frames fit perfectly with the correct level of insulation.

Once ready, we install your new frame, door, sidelites, and toplites, taking time to level each component perfectly. We exercise ample care to ensure the doors function smoothly with absolute alignment. Once we’re happy with the results, we apply the proper waterproof sealant, weatherstripping, security features, and finishing touches.

The timeline for your entrance door installation or replacement process depends on your chosen product, but most jobs take around four hours. Reach out to our team for more specific information on your project.

Security Features

Your entrance door should be a welcoming point for guests and a defensive shield against intruders. Our entrance doors come with numerous security features to protect your home, including the following:

Multi-Point Locking Systems:

Multi-point locking systems provide iron-clad security and stability within your door frame to keep intruders out whilst ensuring your door stays sealed for proper energy efficiency. These systems usually feature three points of contact for maximum security.

Tempered Glass

Tempered glass is a form of security glass often found in vehicles. Its special treatment prevents intruders from breaking into your home through the windows. We can install tempered glass on your entrance door windows for unwavering security.

Entrance Doors vs Other Door Types

Our sophisticated entrance doors vary greatly from the traditional standard dealer options. Not only will you enjoy vast customisation options, optimal energy efficiency, and robust security, but you will also be able to elevate your property’s facade with the luxury feel of a grand entrance.

Here is a brief comparison of door types, including their advantages and disadvantages:

Entrance Doors vs Patio Doors

Patio doors differ from entrance doors in the arrangements they offer. For example, sliding doors provide excellent natural lighting and easy access to patios, balconies, and verandas. However, these don’t provide the same level of security as entrance doors, which is why the latter are better suited for flush and panel designs.

Entrance Doors vs Internal Doors

Entrance doors differ from interior doors in many ways. Above all, entrance doors are made from stronger materials that can withstand the elements. Internal wooden doors often have a hollow core, making them inappropriate for the level of protection an exterior door should provide.

Maintenance Tips for Optimal Longevity

When you invest in premium entrance doors, you want them to last a lifetime. Follow our maintenance tips below to keep your doors pristine for as long as possible.

Cleaning and Maintaining Entrance Doors

Your exterior doors should be part of your regular cleaning routine if you want to prevent long-term corrosion and damage. Weekly dusting prevents the water-soluble salt within dust from scratching the door’s protective coating over time. We recommend dusting your doors weekly and cleaning with a mild dish soap solution at least once a month to prevent air pollution build-up.

You should also perform regular maintenance so the doors continue operating as they should. You can lubricate the moving parts and hardware using lithium grease or silicone spray to prevent the door from sticking.

Regular Checks for Wear and Tear

The most common signs of wear and tear on doors include worn-down weather stripping and finishes. If the weather stripping begins thinning, you can measure and replace it to maintain your insulation. If the stain or paint begins to wear, you can contact our team to restore the protective coating, though we do not anticipate this occurring frequently.

Design Ideas and Inspirations for Elevating Your Home

Our entrance doors can elevate the aesthetics of any architectural style or home personality, including the following:

Contemporary

Contemporary homes feature clean lines, large windows for natural light, and sleek finishes.

Tudor

With exposed timber and stunning accents, like arched lines, we can bring your Tudor-style home to life.

Georgian

A perfectly symmetrical, panelled, and painted front door is the cornerstone of a Georgian home.

Victorian

Victorian homes feature grand styles with pointed arches, which we can accent with your entrance doors.

Mediterranean

Mediterranean homes focus on indoor-outdoor lifestyles. Our French entrance doors can enhance your natural lighting and entranceways.

Cottages

Quaint cottages feature unique details and small windows for a cosy atmosphere. We can install the perfect front door to create your welcoming cottage environment.

If your home doesn’t fit neatly into any of the standard aesthetics, we can help you customise a solution to fit your style preferences. Front doors not only affect kerb appeal but also impact your property’s overall mood, making it a place you can’t wait to come home to after a long day at work. We spend ample time ensuring your design selections align with your property’s style whilst maximising its visual impact.

Elevate Your Home With an Upgraded Entrance Door Today

Our bespoke wooden doors elevate your property’s appeal, enhance energy efficiency, and improve security. You can rest easy knowing you’re taking advantage of ideal energy savings and the multi-locking system will keep your loved ones safe. We offer a diverse range of styles and selections so you can design the perfect door for a welcoming entry to your home.

When you choose WoodBeeLtd, you’ll receive expert installation and unmatched craftsmanship. Our team has years of combined experience and knows how to install entrance doors properly for optimal longevity and impeccable insulative properties. Our team can walk you through the product selection process to make everything as seamless as possible for you.

When you’re ready to upgrade your entrance doors, call WoodBeeLtd at 077 2503 7314 to explore our diverse selection, get answers to your questions, and field our expert recommendations, from trendy to timeless.

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