Chamois
2020-09-02 15:00:55
- #1
Hello dear forum members,
we live in a half-timbered house built in 1775 and are busy with renovations. Next year, the ground floor and thus the front door are to be tackled. The current front door closes poorly, sticks, and is so crooked that light gaps are visible, so action is needed. It is a plastic door that was probably installed by the previous owners themselves. I can't say whether it is DIY-store quality; it doesn't look particularly high-quality.
Some time ago, we looked at various manufacturers at trade fairs and specialist retailers, from large well-known companies to small manufacturers, and the prices quoted there are sometimes shocking. That I can't get a front door for the price of an interior door is understandable, but €7000 and up is quite something.
Before we intensify our search, I would like to ask for opinions on what one should generally pay attention to. The door should be as stable as possible so that the problems we currently have do not recur soon. From a design perspective, we would like the largest possible glazed section with mullions on the inside if possible, and different colors inside and outside if possible.
At the moment, I am considering buying a wood/aluminum door. However, I don't know what to look out for. During my research, I came across a page that mentioned a steel core for plastic or wooden doors to increase torsional stiffness.
For now, as I said, I am first looking for further tips on what to pay attention to and possibly experiences with various manufacturers.
In this context, I also wanted to specifically ask about experiences with sparfenster.de. They apparently belong to a Swedish roofing company; the materials used are from brand manufacturers, and the prices are surprisingly cheap. Has anyone ever heard of them?
Thanks in advance,
Tobias
we live in a half-timbered house built in 1775 and are busy with renovations. Next year, the ground floor and thus the front door are to be tackled. The current front door closes poorly, sticks, and is so crooked that light gaps are visible, so action is needed. It is a plastic door that was probably installed by the previous owners themselves. I can't say whether it is DIY-store quality; it doesn't look particularly high-quality.
Some time ago, we looked at various manufacturers at trade fairs and specialist retailers, from large well-known companies to small manufacturers, and the prices quoted there are sometimes shocking. That I can't get a front door for the price of an interior door is understandable, but €7000 and up is quite something.
Before we intensify our search, I would like to ask for opinions on what one should generally pay attention to. The door should be as stable as possible so that the problems we currently have do not recur soon. From a design perspective, we would like the largest possible glazed section with mullions on the inside if possible, and different colors inside and outside if possible.
At the moment, I am considering buying a wood/aluminum door. However, I don't know what to look out for. During my research, I came across a page that mentioned a steel core for plastic or wooden doors to increase torsional stiffness.
For now, as I said, I am first looking for further tips on what to pay attention to and possibly experiences with various manufacturers.
In this context, I also wanted to specifically ask about experiences with sparfenster.de. They apparently belong to a Swedish roofing company; the materials used are from brand manufacturers, and the prices are surprisingly cheap. Has anyone ever heard of them?
Thanks in advance,
Tobias