Fitting new patio doors
Incorrect installation of patio doors can cause a number of issues and many fitters fall foul of the same mistakes. Preparation FENSA registration or building control approval is a required by building regulations before exterior patio doors can be installed and for your personal safety, never attempt to hang them alone. It may sound obvious,…
How to fit an internal door?
It might sound obvious, but measuring the opening in which you are working, or an existing interior door – if it’s a good fit – is the best place to start. Trimming to size The type of panel door you choose will determine how much you can trim off. Make sure it has enough tolerance…
Fitting an internal fire door
A safe, well maintained fire door could save a life, but it is only when it is tested that the consequences of poor installation are known. A 30 minute fire door may only provide five or ten minutes protection if fitted incorrectly. Our manufacturer, JELD-WEN, works with the British Woodworking Foundation to improve standards and…
How to finish wooden windows and doors
Finishing timber products correctly prolongs their life and stunning good looks. The easiest way to give them the protection they need is to specify a factory finish. Our manufacturer, JELD-WEN, guarantees its paint finishes for ten years* so all you need do before installation is give them a light clean with a soft sponge and…
How to fit an external wooden door
Before purchasing an external wood door, decide if are you are going to replace the frame as well. If so, you may require permission from Building Control. Buying a door ready hung in the frame – known as a doorset – is often the easiest option, particularly if your opening isn’t square. It can reduce…