The Features and Benefits of a DoorCo Composite Door
- 11 November 2024
- Doors
When it comes to enhancing your home’s entrance, composite doors have become increasingly popular in recent years. Among the top manufacturers in this field, DoorCo stands out for its exceptional quality and innovative designs.
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the numerous features and benefits of DoorCo composite doors, helping you understand why they might be the perfect choice for your home.
We’ll delve into the three main ranges offered by DoorCo: Traditional, Contemporary, and Designer composite doors. We’ll also look at how DoorCo composite doors can incorporate Kubu Smart security into their design for the best in home protection. By the end of this article, you’ll have a thorough understanding of what makes DoorCo composite doors stand out in the market.
What are Composite Doors?
Before we dive into the specifics of DoorCo’s offerings, let’s briefly explain what composite doors are. Unlike traditional wooden or uPVC doors, composite doors are made from a combination of materials, typically including a thermally efficient foam core, surrounded by glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) skins and insulating foam.
This unique construction offers several advantages:
- Enhanced durability and weather resistance
- Improved thermal efficiency
- Greater security
- Low maintenance requirements
- Versatile design options
DoorCo Composite Doors: An Overview
DoorCo is a leading manufacturer of high-quality composite doors in the UK. Their doors are renowned for their exceptional performance, stylish aesthetics, and long-lasting durability. Let’s explore some of the key features that set DoorCo composite doors apart.
Reinforced GRP Skin
DoorCo composite doors feature a reinforced GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) skin, which offers several benefits:
- Scratch-resistant surface
- Completely weatherproof
- Maintains appearance for years
- Resists denting and warping
Foam-Filled Core
The foam-filled core of DoorCo composite doors contributes to their outstanding performance
- Excellent thermal insulation
- Reduces energy consumption
- Lowers heating bills
- Enhances sound insulation
Kubu Smart Security Sensors
At Droylsden Glass, all our DoorCo composite doors are equipped with Kubu Smart sensors as standard.
- Scheduled door status alerts
- Remote notifications
- Integration with Alexa
- Share with family and friends
Customisation Options
DoorCo offers a wide range of customisation options to ensure your door perfectly complements your home:
- Diverse colour choices
- Various glass designs
- Multiple hardware options
- Different door styles to suit various architectural designs
Traditional Composite Doors
DoorCo’s Traditional composite doors offer a perfect blend of classic aesthetics and modern performance. These doors are ideal for homeowners who appreciate the timeless charm of timber doors but desire the benefits of contemporary materials
- Classic styles reminiscent of timber doors
- Lower maintenance compared to wooden doors
- Enhanced thermal efficiency
- Improved security features
- Wide range of colours and glass options
The Traditional range is perfect for period properties or homes with a more classic aesthetic. Despite their traditional appearance, these doors offer all the modern benefits of composite construction, including excellent insulation and security.
Contemporary Composite Doors
For those seeking a more modern look, DoorCo’s Contemporary composite doors offer sleek, minimalist designs that can transform the appearance of any home.
- Flush skin finish for a smooth, modern look
- Virtually maintenance-free
- High resistance to weathering
- Optional Inox stainless steel frames for a European aesthetic
- Suitable for both modern and traditional properties
The Contemporary range is designed to bring longevity, style, security, and thermal efficiency together in one sleek package. These doors are perfect for homeowners looking to give their property a fresh, updated look.
Designer Composite Doors
For those who want to make a real statement with their front door, DoorCo’s Designer composite doors offer unique, eye-catching designs that are sure to impress.
- Two distinctive finishes: Links (etched aluminium-like finish) and Monza II (timeless woodgrain effect)
- Superior glazing options
- Visually striking designs
- High-security features
- Perfect for creating a strong first impression
The Designer range is ideal for homeowners who want their entrance to stand out. These doors combine cutting-edge design with top-notch performance, offering the ultimate in both style and substance.
In addition to a range of Premium Colours, the Monza Doors have 3 exclusive patina finishes,
- Alaskan Birch
- Stone Grey
- Mocha
You can also select from a range of ironmongery including:
- Bar handles
- Escutcheons
- Letterplates
- Door knockers
Security Features of DoorCo Composite Doors
Security is a top priority for any homeowner, and DoorCo composite doors excel in this area. All DoorCo doors come with advanced security features as standard:
- Multi-point locking systems
- Anti-bump, anti-pick cylinder locks
- Reinforced door frames
- Laminated glass options for added security
At Droylsden Glass, we use the Avantis 650 Series Residential Door Lock. This high security lock comes with:
- 25mm throw Direct drive centre compression deadbolt
- Exclusive Twin-Fix Cylinder guard
- Fully adjustable security keeps
DoorCo composite doors are also Kubu compatible. This means that you can connect your new entrance door to your home wifi and receive remote notifications about your door’s status.
Kubu – The Intelligent Alerting System
Kubu is a Smart sensor that monitors your door’s status in real time. Every time your door is locked or unlocked; you will receive a notification via the Kubu app directly to your Smart phone. When you want peace of mind that your door is secure, wherever you are, Kubu is the perfect solution. With Kubu you can:
- Check your door’s status and history
- Get vocal updates with Alexa integration
- Set schedules and receive alerts
- Get remote notifications from any location
Kubu is the high-tech door and window security system that’s revolutionising home security. And with DoorCo composite doors installed by Droylsden Glass, they come as standard.
These features combine to create a formidable barrier against intruders, giving you peace of mind and enhancing your home’s overall security. DoorCo composite doors are also PAS24 approved and made in the UK.
As you can see, DoorCo composite doors are an excellent choice for homeowners who want to enhance their home’s aesthetic, boost security, and improve energy efficiency. To find out more about DoorCo doors installed by Droylsden Glass, call 0161 292 1122 or send us a message online and we’ll get back to you as quickly as possible.