Contemporary aluminium entrance door on a British home

Doors

Aluminium Entrance Doors

Architectural entrance doors with slim frames, large glazing and a genuinely contemporary presence.

Start my quotation

Overview

What it is, in plain English

Aluminium entrance doors take the strength of the material and use it for oversized slabs, full-height glazing and flush thresholds.

They tend to be specified where the front door is part of the architecture rather than just an opening.

Best for

  • Modern appearance
  • Premium finish
  • Large entrances

Specification

The detail that changes the price

Materials
Thermally broken aluminium frame with an insulated aluminium slab or a bonded glazed panel.
Energy efficiency
Good performance from thermally broken systems; check the whole-doorset U-value.
Security
Rigid frames, high-security cylinders and multi-point locking. Smart locks integrate well.
Colours & finishes
Any RAL powder coat, plus anodised and textured finishes.
Hardware
Full-height bar handles, concealed hinges, keyless entry and smart access.
Glass
Large glazed panels, sandblasted patterns and integrated side screens.
Maintenance
Wash the powder coating occasionally.
Typical applications
Contemporary houses, extensions, apartment blocks and high-specification new builds.

Honest assessment

Strengths and compromises

What it does well

  • The most striking entrance option
  • Very strong and stable
  • Any colour, excellent finish

Where it compromises

  • The most expensive entrance door category
  • Longer lead times on bespoke sizes

Next step

Get a considered quotation, not a sales visit.

Tell us about the property and a specialist reviews your requirement by hand.