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Stile-and-rail doors - A wood type constructed of rails and stiles with openings to accommodate raised panels or glass.
Pre-hanger: A business which purchases and prepares parts such as frames, doors, hardware glass lites, other components to be assembled.
Bi-Fold Doors
Expand your living space with stunning bifold doors, effortlessly connecting living spaces and filling your home with natural light. These innovative products add refined elegance to homes throughout the East Midlands, transforming interiors into something truly special.
Aluminium bi-fold doors are slim and elegant, allowing you to enjoy your garden as an integral part of your home. They also enhance the functionality and appearance. They are ideal for replacing sliding patio doors or French doors on older properties. They create a seamless transition from your living area to the garden.
These high-end products are available in various opening configurations colors, finishes and sizes. These doors also feature slim sightlines, which allow for more glass to be used and less frame, giving them a fashionable appearance. You can choose a low threshold to make them wheelchair - and family-friendly.
Our internal bifold doors can be made from different materials such as uPVC or timber, as well as aluminium. double glazed front doors derby has its own pros and cons but the most suitable choice depends on your requirements. uPVC for instance, is the most affordable material and has high levels of insulation. However, its durability is less than aluminium or wood which is why it's not as durable. Timber doors are more expensive, however, they are more durable. They're also the best insulation that allow you to maximize energy efficiency and heat retention.
uPVC
uPVC is now a sought-after material for doors and windows. uPVC, also known as PVCU or PVCU windows, have various advantages that other materials such as wood and aluminium cannot match. They're a great option for homeowners and come in a wide range of colors and wood grain finishes that match any style of home.
In contrast to other materials, uPVC doesn't change its shape when exposed to weather conditions and is impervious to corrosion. It is also energy efficient, since it stops cold from leaking into the house during the winter and allows hot air to escape in summer. Upvc frames absorb solar heat, increasing indoor temperatures and reducing the requirement for artificial lighting and cooling.
The U in UPVC is unplasticised polyvinylchloride meaning it has not been softened by the chemical known as plasticizers. It's extremely durable and low-maintenance product that's ideal for door frames and window frames since it is resistant to the effects of sunlight that fade and the oxidation of water.
Our beautiful uPVC folding doors can transform your home by letting sunlight in. The doors can be fully open and partially opened, or stacked to the side, offering maximum flexibility. They are easy to use and extremely secure. They're also extremely robust and are designed to withstand the rigors of harsh weather.
Composite Doors
Composite front doors, that look like traditional wooden doors but are made of high-tech uPVC material, are now a popular option for double-glazed doors in homeowners in Derby. They are robust, durable and highly secure. Multi-point locking is common. They also make a great alternative to save energy with an insulating core that keeps homes warm. A composite door will last longer than wooden doors and requires little maintenance. They are also resistant to rotting, warping and scratching. The only drawback of composites is that they can creak. This is due to the plastic inside expands or contracts when temperature changes.
Composite doors come in a variety of colours and styles, making it possible to find the perfect one to suit your home. The design service provided by Hallmark allows you to design a custom-made composite door for your home, with glazing knobs, handles, and letterplates that are all available. You can also select from a range of security options such as anti-drill, anti-bump and anti-snap.
Choose from over 30 contemporary and traditional designs & more than 23 colour choices to give you plenty of choice for your new composite door. Our online door designer is the most sophisticated tool to help you design your ideal front door.
Windows
DGS Windows Derby supplies and installs Solidor's composite doors, which are more durable, safer and more secure choice over traditional uPVC. These doors have a more modern appearance and can also be made to meet your exact specifications. Doors are available in a variety of designs and finishes. Each has its own advantages, based on the style of your house and the location of the door.
Window terminology:
AAMA Silver - A labeling program approved by AAMA for energy performance. It certifies the thermal efficiency of products that meet certain requirements for SHGC, R-factor and VT.
Brickmould - A type of external casing that covers the opening of a door or window. Casing comes in a vast variety of profiles and colors that can be used to match or complement a building's architecture.
Caming - A strip of metal (typically brass, zinc or copper) that is attached to the glass lites. It adds decorative detail and enhances the appearance of the glazed unit.
Egress window is a window that allows firefighters to escape a room during an emergency. Some states require that the windows must be of a specific size.
R-value Resistance to thermal transfer or flow. The higher the number, more efficient the insulating value.
Sash – The vertical stiles and rails of a door that hold the glass in the proper position. The sash is usually opened and closed with an sash handle or a cord. The window sashes may be divided by muntins, or other types trim. They are also called six-over-6, eight-over-1 or true divided lights.