Are you stuck for front door ideas? We know that the choice can feel overwhelming, but all you need to remember is that first impressions are incredibly important. We take a split second to make a decision about a house, so your front door could be scaring people away. In fact, did you know that the
average house hunter takes just eight minutes to decide whether a property is for them? So, if you're looking to improve your home's curb appeal, want to entice buyers, or simply fancy a change, these fabulous front door ideas are sure to help.
What type of external door is right for you?
From
contemporary composite doors to traditional
period designs with stained glass and delicate detailing, we have an external door to suit all homes. So no matter what look you're hoping to achieve, we can supply your preferred choice. Our range comprises everything from solid
oak front doors, to
hardwood models, stable doors, fire doors and
ultra-modern styles with real wow-factor. Basically, we're here to make finding the right external door an effortless task!
Go for glazing
Is your entrance hall starved of natural light? Do you dislike not being able to see who's knocking on your door? Then perhaps a
glazed front door, or partially glazed front door, could be the ideal choice for you. We sell contemporary designs with slim panels, retro styles with stained glass, and everything in between! Plus, if you're concerned about privacy, you can opt for frosted or tinted glass designs instead. At Online Door Store, there's something for everyone.
Perfect finish
It's worth remembering that some of our front doors come unfinished and ready for a final treatment of your choice. Therefore, you will need to think about adding the perfect finishing touch. Your external door will immediately be exposed to all weathers and damaging UV rays, so it will need to be treated properly. For this, you will need to choose a good quality, weather-proof paint or varnish to preserve it and keep it looking fantastic for years to come.
We recommend the
Al Fresco Range from Frenchic. This specially-designed paint can be used both inside and out. It's a durable, waterproof, UV-resistant chalk paint that will protect and transform your front door. It also happened to be self-priming, self-sealing and self-levelling, which makes it a quick and easy option for those not keen on DIY. What's more, this paint is suitable for wood, laminate, UPVC, composites and even metal. Furthermore, it comes in dozens of beautiful colours!
Create an entrance
From welcoming guests to conveying your own personal style, your entrance says a lot about you. So, once you've chosen your front door, it might be worth thinking about how to really make this new addition stand out. There are plenty of ways to do so. Give your front garden a makeover, deweed the path outside, or hang flower baskets outside your door, to create a pretty display. You can also opt for a statement knocker or handle, a cool house number, or even an inviting doormat. Plus, with the rise of home technology, such as smart lighting and video doorbells,
like this one from Ring, you'll be able to create an entrance that you can be proud of!
Made to measure designs
At Online Door Store we have a wide range of door sizes for you to choose from. We now also provide a bespoke, made to measure service for most of our solid wood doors. This means that our customers can have their solid wood doors designed to fit almost any size of doorway. To discuss your requirements, contact us and speak to one of our team. You can either call us on 0208 158 6700, or send us an email at
enquiries@onlinedoorstore.co.uk.
Installation
Remember, installing a new front door is important from both a security and aesthetic perspective. Always employ a qualified joiner to install your new door. We recommend four hinges for external doors and good solid locking mechanisms. Also, a timber door should be hung in a sound fitting, hardwood, external grade frame. Take a look at our
help and advice section for further advice on fitting your front door.
