Airtight front doors

[oliviaaa999]

Hello everyone! We are replacing the front door and are looking for something that will work with a MVHR system. Does anyone have recommendations on features to prioritise? At the moment it's low U value, aluminium frame and multi-point locking (I think!) but I'm not sure on the exact terms to look for when it comes to seals/thresholds etc.

 

Any website recommendations or personal experiences would be really handy too! We're hoping to keep it at around 1000-1500, with a website that has good quality and longevity as well as providing measuring/fitting services.

 

Thank you!

 

 

 

 

[nod]

Most of the steel doors are exceptional But at a cost 

[Dave Jones]

used https://domadeco.co.uk/

 

very very nice large doors (sizes that cant be made in composite of upvc).

 

made in poland though so make sure to buy on credit card

[oliviaaa999]

On 29/07/2024 at 23:35, nod said:

Most of the steel doors are exceptional But at a cost 

Is it just the steel material that's necessary? I'm also wondering about the gap between the door edge and the frame, does this need a specific seal/installation technique to make it airtight?

thanks!

[oliviaaa999]

On 30/07/2024 at 08:18, Dave Jones said:

used https://domadeco.co.uk/

 

very very nice large doors (sizes that cant be made in composite of upvc).

 

made in poland though so make sure to buy on credit card

thanks for the rec, I've seen this company pop up loads and the doors are beautiful! I just wonder if there's anything specific I need to be asking for (or avoiding)? For example a specific installation technique, or seal around the door? Thanks!

[Dave Jones]

not really they come already hung in the frame. just double check you have chosen the correct style of cill to suit and your measurements are 5mm short all way round to allow fitting.