Modern composite front doors have surged in popularity in recent years, offering an impressive blend of style, security, and performance. At Leamore Windows, we’ve provided high quality composite doors to homeowners across the West Midlands for over 40 years. As part of our commitment to quality, we manufacture our own range of composite doors in-house, giving us complete control over production and installation.

In this article, we’ll delve into the numerous benefits of a modern composite front door for your home and explore why they are so in demand.

What Are Composite Front Doors?

Unlike traditional timber doors or uPVC options, composite doors are made from a combination of materials. Typically, they feature a solid timber core surrounded by a durable GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) skin. This unique construction offers the best of both worlds – the strength and insulation of timber with the weather resistance and low maintenance of modern materials.

The solid timber core provides excellent insulation and contributes to the door’s heavy feel, while the GRP skin offers superior resistance to the elements. This combination results in a door that looks and feels like timber but performs far better in durability and longevity.

The Benefits of Modern Composite Front Doors

Durability and Longevity

One of the most significant advantages of modern composite front doors is their exceptional durability. The GRP skin is highly resistant to weathering, meaning your door won’t warp, crack, or fade like timber doors can over time. This resilience ensures that your entrance door maintains its stunning and welcoming appearance for years.

Unlike traditional timber doors that may need refinishing every few years or uPVC doors that can warp and discolour, composite doors maintain their appearance and structural integrity for decades. This long-lasting performance makes them an excellent investment for homeowners looking for a door that will stand the test of time.

Enhanced Security Features

When it comes to protecting your home, modern composite doors excel. Their solid core construction makes them inherently more robust than alternatives. At Leamore Windows, we take security further by fitting our composite doors with advanced multipoint locking systems. Features like the Ultion 3 Star TS007 lock, which comes standard on our Leamore Composite Doors, provide additional protection against forced entry.

The robust construction of composite doors makes them highly resistant to impact, and their sturdy frames are designed to withstand forced entry attempts. Many of our doors also feature anti-snap cylinders and anti-drill plates for added security. This comprehensive approach to security gives homeowners peace of mind, knowing that their front door is a formidable barrier against potential intruders.

Superior Thermal Efficiency

Energy efficiency is a top priority for many homeowners, and composite doors deliver impressive results in this area. Combining the solid timber core and high-quality insulation materials results in excellent thermal performance. This means your home stays warmer in winter and cooler in summer, potentially leading to lower energy bills and a reduced carbon footprint.

All our Leamore Composite Doors must achieve a minimum WER (Window Energy Rating) of B. As manufacturers, we ensure every door we produce meets these exacting standards, this means they can significantly outperform timber doors and many uPVC options.

Noise Reduction

The same properties that make composite doors thermally efficient also contribute to their sound insulation. If you live on a busy street or in a noisy area, a composite front door can help create a more peaceful indoor environment by reducing external noise.

The dense core and tight seal of composite doors can significantly dampen sound transmission, offering a noticeable improvement in noise reduction compared to older or less well-insulated door types. This feature can benefit homes near roads, airports, or busy cities.

Low Maintenance Requirements

Unlike timber doors that require regular painting or varnishing, composite doors are remarkably low maintenance.

The colour of a composite door is integrated into the GRP skin, meaning it won’t peel or flake like paint on a timber door. This keeps the door looking fresh for longer and eliminates the need for repainting. For homeowners who value aesthetics and practicality, the low maintenance nature of composite doors is a significant advantage.

Versatile Aesthetic Options

Modern composite doors offer an extensive range of designs and styles to suit any home. At Leamore Windows, our manufactured composite doors are available in various colours, from classic whites and woodgrain effects to contemporary shades like anthracite grey. You can also choose from multiple glazing options and door furniture to create a genuinely bespoke entrance.

We have two door designers available: our very own Leamore Composite Door Designer and a Solidor Door Designer. Both tools allow you to see the enormous range of options and truly personalise your front door.

Weather Resistance

The UK climate can be challenging for exterior doors, but composite doors are built to withstand the elements. They resist swelling in damp conditions and won’t crack or split in extreme temperatures, ensuring consistent performance year-round.

The GRP skin of composite doors is highly resistant to UV rays, preventing fading and discolouration even in areas with high sun exposure. Additionally, the tight seal and robust construction of these doors prevent water ingress, reducing the risk of damage, dampness and mould to the door and the surrounding frame.

Increased Property Value

Investing in a high-quality composite front door can enhance your home’s overall value. The combination of improved security, energy efficiency, and aesthetic appeal makes composite doors an attractive feature for potential buyers should you ever decide to sell.

A well-chosen composite door can significantly boost your home’s kerb appeal, creating a positive first impression for visitors. The durability and low maintenance requirements of these doors and increased energy efficiency are important selling points in the real estate market.

Comparing Composite Doors with Traditional Options

Composite vs. Timber Doors

Timber doors can’t match the durability and low maintenance of composite options. Timber doors are prone to warping and rotting over time, especially in the UK’s damp climate. They also require regular upkeep to maintain their appearance and functionality.

Timber doors expand and contract with changes in temperature and humidity, which can lead to issues with fit and operation over time. Composite doors, on the other hand, maintain their shape and size regardless of weather conditions.

Composite vs. uPVC Doors

Both composite and uPVC doors offer excellent options for homeowners, each with its own set of advantages. uPVC doors have long been popular due to their affordability and good thermal performance.

Composite doors, while often more expensive up front, offer some additional benefits. They provide superior security and durability due to their solid core construction. Composite doors also excel in replicating the appearance of traditional timber doors, offering a more authentic wood-like aesthetic.

At Leamore Windows, we’re proud to offer high-quality versions of both, ensuring our customers can find the perfect fit for their homes.

Leamore and Solidor: Our Premium Composite Door Options

At Leamore Windows, we’re proud to offer two exceptional modern composite front doors: Solidor and our own Leamore brand. Both options provide outstanding quality, security, and style, allowing our customers to choose the perfect door for their home.

Leamore

We manufacture our own Leamore composite doors that offer a perfect blend of style, security, and energy efficiency. Engineered to outperform traditional doors in every way, these innovative foam-filled composite doors set a new standard in home entrances. With industry-leading thermal efficiency, advanced security features, and unlimited colour options, they’re the perfect blend of style and substance for the discerning homeowner. Highlights include:

• Available in any RAL colour, with a standard range of nine popular colours.
• Manufactured in-house, ensuring the highest quality and reliable service standards.
• Multiple style options to suit various architectural designs.
• Fitted with high-quality multipoint locks and Ultion 3 Star TS007 as standard.
• The foam core construction provides superior insulation, helping to eliminate cold spots and draughts and maintain a comfortable indoor temperature.
• Durable GRP outer skin that maintains its appearance for years.
• Double or triple glazing options with secure FLiP system.
• Comprehensive hardware choices, from traditional to contemporary designs.

Leamore composite doors are ideal for those seeking a high-quality, customisable door that offers excellent value for money. Having your composite door both manufactured and installed by Leamore Windows gives you peace of mind in our expertise regarding the product and it’s installation.

Solidor

Solidor composite doors are renowned for their exceptional quality and innovative design. Key features include:

• A solid timber core that’s 48mm thick, making it 10% thicker than most other composite doors.
• 20 different colour options, including dual-colour choices for inside and outside.
• Over 30 door styles to choose from, suitable for both traditional and contemporary homes.
• Ultion 3 Star Diamond Sold Secure Lock fitted as standard.
• A wide range of premium quality hardware options.
• Thermally efficient design with a U-value as low as 1.1 W/m²K.
• Manufactured in the UK with a focus on sustainability.
• Solidor doors are perfect for homeowners looking for a high-end, customisable door with industry-leading security features.

Composite Doors from Leamore Windows

Both our Solidor and Leamore composite doors are designed to provide superior performance, security, and style. Modern composite front doors offer a compelling package of benefits for homeowners. At Leamore Windows, we’re committed to helping you find the perfect composite door to meet your needs and enhance your home’s entrance.

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your current front door or are building a new home, consider the many advantages of modern composite front doors.

Contact Us

We’d love to welcome you to our beautiful showroom in Walsall, where you can see and use our products and meet our experienced staff.

Contact us and our expert team will guide you through the selection process, ensuring you choose a door that not only meets your practical needs but also enhances the beauty and value of your home for years to come.

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