A guide to buying wooden front door sets
Author: John Collins - Managing Director
Share:
Wooden front doors are often available to buy in sets that provide everything you need for your front door to be installed correctly and securely. Choosing the right door and set for your home will play a huge role in the overall look and quality of your new wooden front doors. This article will guide you through buying a wooden front door set and what to look for in the perfect set.
Wooden front doors are often available to buy in sets that provide everything you need for your front door to be installed correctly and securely. Choosing the right door and set for your home will play a huge role in the overall look and quality of your new wooden front doors.
So, where do you start when it comes to choosing the perfect wooden front door set? Read our guide to buying a wooden front door set and what to consider.
In this guide:
Find out more about what you should consider when looking to buy a new wooden front door set.
Read the key benefits of choosing a new wooden front door set.
Find out more about the key factors to look out for to make sure you buy a high quality wooden front door.
Read this section to find out more about the elements included with Vufold’s wooden front doors.
What to consider when choosing a new front door set
Before deciding on a new front door set, it’s important to consider different wooden front door options and finding a set that meets all of your needs. An external wooden door is far more than just a piece of timber, so it’s important to think about the following considerations when choosing a set to ensure that you make the right decision:
THERMAL EFFICIENCY
Any external door in your home should provide a barrier that keeps heat inside your home and prevents it from escaping and making your home feel cold. Different wooden door sets will provide different levels of thermal efficiency. Before choosing a front door set, you should consider the thermal efficiency it can offer, including the condition of your existing door frame.
A door’s thermal efficiency is the amount of heat that is allowed to escape into the environment from the inside of your home. This is measured as a U-value. The lower the U-Value of a front door set, the less heat it will let out and the more thermally efficient it will be for your home.
At Vufold, our range of wooden front doors has a U-value of 1.6W/m2K when fitted with our optional frame kit. One of the factors that can play a part in the thermal efficiency of your front door is the glazing you choose.
Read our guide to front door thermal efficiency here.
GUARANTEES
Having a good guarantee for your front door set will ensure that the doors can be replaced in the event of any problems with it in the future. Front door sets can come in at a high cost, so this will save you a huge amount of money on a whole new set if a problem occurs in the future.
Vufold’s front doors are provided with a 10-year guarantee and won’t warp, twist, or split in the same way as some wooden front doors. Read more about Vufold’s guarantees here.
CHOOSING A HIGH-QUALITY SUPPLIER
As well as comparing the pros and cons of different wooden front door sets, you should also pay attention to the service and products that your chosen supplier provides. Choosing a good supplier will ensure your wooden front door is high quality and that the process of purchasing your new front door is as hassle-free as possible. We recommend looking at online reviews and finding a reputable supplier before you choose a new door. You can also look into the guarantees offered, and the quality of the materials supplied.
TYPE OF WOOD
The type of wood that you choose for your front door set will affect the appearance, thermal efficiency, price, and installation process of your front door. Hardwood or timber entrance doors provide a solid, durable, and secure option for your home and will ensure that your door lasts for up to 10 years. Superbly engineered, Vufold’s external wooden front doors won't warp, twist, or split. Read more about the benefits of wooden front doors here.
Why choose a wooden front door set?
Front door sets are a great alternative to buying just a singular front door and come with many benefits. They include everything you need for your new front door installation so that your new door will fit into the opening properly. There are plenty of reasons when you might opt for a wooden front door set, including:
-
To create a completely new opening for your front door
-
If your old door needs replacing
-
If your door frame has become weak and needs replacing
-
Your current door will not open, close or lock properly
-
To upgrade the appearance of your home.
Vufold’s wooden front door range
A Vufold, we stock a range of high quality external wooden front doors. Superbly engineered, these external wooden external doors won't warp, twist or split and come factory finished in anthracite grey or oak with a 10-year guarantee.
Better still, the ultimate CLPF core provides unrivalled strength, offering enhanced security and exceptional energy-saving performance too.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A NEW WOODEN FRONT DOOR SET
DOOR SET QUALITY
The quality of your door set will determine its durability and ability to protect your home from intruders. The best quality wooden front doors are made from hardwoods, such as oak. Durable front doors are made from the sturdiest materials that will last for a long time and withstand weather conditions as well as general wear and tear.
You may want to also consider other material options, such as aluminium or composite. Composite doors have an external core of either timber or solid foam with two outer layers of glass-reinforced polymer. The layers are glued together with high pressure to make for an incredibly sturdy front door. Composite doors offer high-quality for an affordable price and come in a range of styles and colours. Read our guide to wood vs composite front doors here.
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A DURABLE, TRADITIONAL COMPOSITE FRONT DOOR?
Our pick:
Vufold traditional composite front doors
-
Thermally Efficient - U Value of 1.4 W/m2K (Energy Rating B)
-
Safe and Secure - PAS 24 in line with Document Q tested
-
Easy Install - full fitting kit included
-
Guarantee - 10 Years.
SECURITY
The security of your front door should be at the top of your priority list. The most secure front doors are durable and have an excellent locking system. If your wooden front door is loose in its frame, has faulty locks or is made from weak materials, it will not offer adequate security for your home.
Read our guide to find out more about the most secure types of front door.
What is included in Vufold’s wooden front door sets?
|
Product |
Colour options |
Panel options |
Sizes available |
|
|
|
|
||
|
|
|
||
|
|
|
||
|
|
|
All of Vufold’s wooden front door sets come with an installation kit that allows trimmed doors to be refinished before their final fitting. This is a great way to ensure that your new front door fits perfectly into the frame and that the installation is carried out properly.
All of Vufold’s front door sets come with optional extras including:
-
Frame kit
-
Long bar handle
-
Night latch and hinges
-
Dead lock
-
Door viewer
-
Post box
-
Letterbox.
Contact our team to find out more about our wooden front door sets.
Frequently asked questions
How do wooden front doors compare to composite front doors?
Composite front doors are known for their exceptional durability and strength. They are often more expensive than wooden doors, with improved thermal efficiency and sound insulation. Composite front doors are also lower maintenance in comparison to wooden front doors. However, wood is an excellent option if you are looking for a traditional rustic, feel and a slightly less costly option. Choosing an engineered wooden front door can ensure they won’t warp, twist, or split. Vufold’s engineered wooden doors are available in anthracite grey or oak with a 10-year guarantee.
Read our full guide to wooden vs composite front doors.
What are the benefits of wooden front doors?
When made with high-quality wood, wooden front doors can be highly durable, and able to withstand varying temperatures and weather conditions throughout the year. With maintenance, a wooden door will provide stability and security for your home. Wooden front doors can easily be sanded and repainted, ensuring they can always look its best and match with the overall look of your home. Wooden front doors provide a classically natural look, creating a homely feel.
Are wooden front doors a better option than uPVC doors?
Wooden front doors are a more secure option than uPVC doors, often offering a more traditional and classic feel.
Read our full guide to uPVC vs wooden front doors here.
What is the U-value of a wooden front door, and how does it relate to thermal efficiency?
The U-value measures a door's thermal transmittance. A lower U-value indicates better insulation. Vufold's external wooden front doors boast low U-values, ensuring top-notch thermal efficiency.
RELATED CONTENT
About John Collins
John has built Vufold into a unique online door and window company and has spent 20 years bringing innovative products and designs to fruition, recognising niches in the market and placing them in the likes of Wickes and Travis Perkins, he started Vufold in order to sell them directly. John founded Vufold and has amassed a wealth of experience in product design and development, and in particular timber-based products
Read more about John Collins