Edinburgh & the Lothians · Scotland

Composite Doors in Edinburgh & the Lothians

Timber doors in Edinburgh & the Lothians that swell, stick or need repainting can be replaced with low-maintenance composite doors that look like painted timber.

Guide from £1,295
14 towns covered
Postcode areas EH

About secure front doors in Edinburgh & the Lothians

Most composite doors use a multi-point lock: one turn of the key throws hooks, rollers or bolts into keeps along the frame. The euro cylinder is the weak point on many older doors, so look for one tested against snapping, such as a TS 007 3-star kitemarked or Sold Secure SS312 Diamond cylinder.

A flat's entrance door that opens onto a shared stairwell or corridor is normally a fire door, so it should not be swapped for a standard composite door. Certified fire-rated composite doorsets are made for this purpose, and the freeholder or managing agent will usually need to agree the replacement.

A composite door slab usually combines a glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) outer skin, moulded with a woodgrain texture, over an insulated core. Some cores are high-density foam, others solid timber. Timber-cored slabs tend to feel heavier and more solid when closed, while foam cores are lighter and insulate well.

Composite doors do not need painting. Wipe the skin and frame with warm soapy water, avoid solvents and abrasive pads, and keep the threshold drainage clear. A little light oil on the lock gearing and hinges once or twice a year keeps the door closing smoothly, and hinges can be adjusted if it drops.

Navy composite front door with a narrow glazed panel on a brick house

Towns we cover for composite doors in Edinburgh & the Lothians

Choose your town for local details, nearby areas and the postcode districts we cover.

What applies in Edinburgh & the Lothians

Section 4 (Safety) of the Scottish Technical Handbooks covers glazing that people could collide with, such as glass in and beside doors and low-level glazing, where safety glass is needed.

In Scotland, replacing windows or doors in a house like for like does not usually need a building warrant, but the work must still meet the building standards in the Technical Handbooks. Flats and listed buildings can differ, so check with the local authority.

Edinburgh & the Lothians has its own coastline, so for homes and businesses near the sea, salt air and wind-driven rain are part of the brief. Near the sea, salt air corrodes plated door furniture and lock parts more quickly, so marine-grade or stainless hardware is worth considering. Exposed doors also face wind-driven rain, so a well-sealed frame, weatherbar and threshold drainage matter more than usual.

Street-facing front doors in towns and cities face more passers-by, so anti-snap cylinders, laminated glass and letterplate guards are worth specifying. Conservation areas may control front door styles and colours, and flat entrance doors onto shared corridors normally need fire-rated doorsets.

Guide prices

Guide prices inc VAT for typical jobs. Remote and island locations are quoted by arrangement. Your written quote fixes the price after measuring.
Typical job	Guide price inc VAT
Composite front door, supplied and fitted	£1,295 – £1,795
Door with one side panel	£1,695 – £2,295
Door, side panel and top light	£1,895 – £2,595

Choosing your composite doors

Colours and dual colour

Woodgrain-textured skins in many colours, often with a different colour inside so the door suits both the street and the hallway.

Side panels and toplights

Glazed or solid panels beside or above the door to bring light into the hallway and fill wider openings.

Hardware finishes

Handles, knockers, letterplates and numerals in chrome, satin, gold, black or graphite, chosen to match the door style.

Glass designs

Clear, obscure, bevelled or decorative glass in sealed cassettes, with toughened or laminated panes for safety and security.

Composite Doors in Edinburgh & the Lothians: questions

Will a composite door fade or need painting?

Composite doors do not need painting, and the coloured skins are designed to resist fading, although any surface colour can change slightly over many years in strong sun. Clean the door with warm soapy water and a soft cloth, and avoid solvents or abrasive pads. Manufacturer guarantees apply to the finish, and the terms are confirmed in writing.

How much does a composite front door cost?

The cost of a composite door depends on the style, core type, colour, glass, side panels or toplights, hardware and lock specification, plus the condition of the opening. A plain door in a standard colour sits at the lower end, while doors with glazed side panels and premium hardware cost more. See the guide prices; the written quote fixes your price.

What guarantee comes with a composite door?

Manufacturer guarantees apply to the door slab, frame, glass and locking hardware, and the terms are confirmed in writing. Guarantee terms for the installation are set out in writing with your quote, so you know what is covered before you go ahead. Keep the paperwork with your building regulations certificate for when you sell the property.

Are composite doors more secure than uPVC doors?

A well-specified composite door is usually stiffer and harder to force than an older uPVC panel door, but security depends mostly on the lock, cylinder, hinges and glass. Look for a multi-point lock, an anti-snap cylinder such as TS 007 3-star or SS312 Diamond, laminated glass and a door tested to PAS 24.

Which parts of Edinburgh & the Lothians do you cover for composite doors?

We cover the whole of Edinburgh & the Lothians, including Edinburgh, Livingston, Musselburgh, Bathgate and Bonnyrigg, and postcode areas EH. Building rules for composite doors here follow the regulations for Scotland. Enter your postcode on the quote form and we will confirm cover; then a glazier will arrange a free survey before giving you a written quote.

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