Composite Doors News

Lockwood Windows recently achieved an industry first - the manufacture and installation of a solid wood core composite door with a shaped top.

For one in four people, having trustworthy neighbours is the key to feeling most secure at home - according to the latest Association of British Insurers (ABI) consumer survey - with nearly 3 in 10 admitting to leaving doors unlocked and windows open when going out briefly, despite the fact that the survey showed 42% of people recognise the importance of good locks.

According to recent research over £3.2 billion is spent in the UK on home improvement every year. But disturbingly, over £700 million is spent having shoddy work, done by unscrupulous cowboy builders, put right!

In a recent article by the Telegraph, some of our leading home improvement experts were asked for their advice on adding the best long-term value to a home, at a time when many homeowners are choosing to stay put rather than move house.

Lockwood Windows - one of Yorkshire's leading manufacturers, suppliers and installers of double-glazing, composite doors, uPVC windows and conservatories - has been awarded 'Excellent' in its annual BuildCheck audit.

BBC Yorkshire & Lincolnshire's Inside Out programme last night (20 February 2012) investigated just how easy it is for burglars to gain entry into homes fitted with doors normally featuring a euro cylinder style lock.

Composite doors are made up from a variety of materials, but usually consist of a uPVC steel reinforced frame with a solid timber hardwood core, topped with a GRP laminate skin. GRP (Glass Reinforced Polyester) is a versatile and well proven construction material. It does not warp, shrink or rust and is virtually maintenance free. GRP also has a better strength to weight ratio than steel, and is a natural insulating material. The end result is a door that is strong and secure.

According to a recent survey carried out by the Double Glazing & Conservatory Ombudsman Scheme, 61% of 1224 homeowners asked cited 'reducing energy bills' as the most popular reason for replacing windows and doors.

Composite Doors Yorkshire are pleased to introduce the latest ground-breaking colour from Solidor - Duck Egg Blue.

Although having a front door or back door which provides you with security and peace of mind is a major factor, what your new or replacement uPVC composite door actually looks like is also an important aspect. Whether front door, back door, stable door or French doors, you want the ones you choose to be aesthetically-pleasing and make the exterior of your home as attractive as possible.