uPVC vs Composite Doors: What Is the Difference?
uPVC vs composite doors is a common question for Crawley homeowners. Both give you a secure, well-insulated front door that needs little care. However, they are built differently, and the right choice depends on what you value most. Faron Home Improvements fits both, so we can give you a fair comparison.
Quick facts: Faron is a family-run company based in East Grinstead. We have traded since 2019, and our team has more than 75 years of combined experience. We fit most uPVC doors in just two to four hours. Quotes are always free and without obligation.
What Is a uPVC Door?
A uPVC door has a reinforced frame and multi-point locks, which makes it much harder to force open than an older wooden door. In addition, uPVC doors insulate your home well. As a result, they reduce heat loss in winter and keep excess heat out in summer. You can choose from a variety of colours and finishes, including classic black, anthracite grey and wood-effect designs, and glazed doors add light to your hallway. A properly fitted uPVC door gives a secure, draught-free fit that lasts for years.
What Is a Composite Door?
A composite door combines several materials into one strong door. Ours have a reinforced core, toughened glass, anti-snap locks and reinforced hinges. Therefore, they are built with security in mind. Many homeowners also choose composite doors for their solid feel and their wide choice of styles and colours. For more detail, read about composite doors in Crawley.
How Do uPVC vs Composite Doors Compare?
Both door types protect your home, cut draughts and look smart. A uPVC door suits you if you want a quick fitting, a clean modern look and very little upkeep. A composite door suits you if you want a solid feel and strong security features such as anti-snap locks and reinforced hinges. Moreover, both come in a range of colours, so you can match your home.
Reputation also matters, but read it carefully. Look at the detail in a recommendation, not only the star rating. Ask to see examples of work that matches your project. A confident company answers these questions openly.
uPVC vs Composite Doors: Which Suits Your Home?
Here is how we help you decide. Every job starts with a free visit, where we look at your current door, your home and your priorities. Then we talk through the options plainly. We never pressure you to choose on the day.
Which Door Suits a Busy Family Home?
If you want minimal disruption, a uPVC door is quick to fit, because we fit most in just two to four hours. If security is your top priority, a composite door with a reinforced core, toughened glass, anti-snap locks and reinforced hinges is worth a close look. Either way, we explain the features so you can compare them fairly.
Which Door Suits an Older Crawley Home?
Many Crawley homes from the 1950s to the 1970s still have worn, draughty front doors. For these, either option is a clear upgrade. If your property is in a conservation area, such as parts of Crawley Old Town and Ifield Village, check the rules before you change your door.
For the full details, read our uPVC doors in Crawley page. If your door is worn, see composite door replacement in Crawley. You can also read our guides to the best uPVC door company in Crawley and the best composite door company in Crawley.
More Help for Doors and Windows in Crawley
Our Crawley services cover your whole home, and each one has its own page. For windows, read our window fitter in Crawley page, uPVC windows in Crawley and double glazing in Crawley. If something is wrong with your windows, see window repairs in Crawley, misty double glazing repair and draughty windows in Crawley. Live in a flat? See uPVC windows for flats in Crawley.
Do you own an older home? Read about double glazing for period homes, conservation area windows and listed building windows. For proof of work, read about FENSA certificates in Crawley.
Planning a bigger project? Read about bifold doors in Crawley, bifold doors for extensions, conservatories in Crawley and conservatory roof replacement in Crawley. Finish the look with fascias in Crawley and soffits and guttering in Crawley. For our full overview, see home improvement services in Crawley, or see the Crawley areas we cover. You can also read our guides to the best home improvement company in Crawley, the best window fitters in Crawley, the best uPVC windows company in Crawley, the best bifold door company in Crawley, the best roofline company in Crawley, the best conservatory company in Crawley and the best double glazing company in Crawley.
How to Choose Between uPVC vs Composite Doors
Use this simple process to choose. First, decide what matters most: speed, security features, style or upkeep. Next, ask each company to explain the features of the door it recommends. Then ask for a written quote for each option. After that, compare the guarantees. Finally, ask how long the fitting takes. Our team answers all of these questions on 01342 643075.
A good written quote lists the door, the finish, the glazing and the total price. It also states the timings and the guarantee. If any detail is missing, ask for it before you agree. Likewise, never feel rushed.
What should you do before we visit? Think about the colour and finish you like, and note whether you want glazing. Then call us on 01342 643075 with your ideas. As a result, we can understand the job quickly and talk you through uPVC vs composite doors in person.
In short, the best door is the one that suits your home, your priorities and your budget, and fitted by a company that tells you plainly what to expect.
uPVC vs Composite Doors FAQs
What is the difference between uPVC vs composite doors?
A uPVC door has a reinforced frame and multi-point locks. Our composite doors have a reinforced core, toughened glass, anti-snap locks and reinforced hinges.
Are uPVC doors secure?
Reinforced frames and multi-point locks make uPVC doors much harder to force open than older wooden doors. We can also add extra security features.
What security features do composite doors have?
Our composite doors have a reinforced core, toughened glass, anti-snap locks and reinforced hinges.
Which door is quicker to fit?
Our team fits most uPVC doors in just two to four hours.
Do both door types keep heat in?
uPVC doors insulate your home well, reducing heat loss in winter and keeping excess heat out in summer. A properly fitted door of either type should give a draught-free fit.
What colours can I choose?
We offer a variety of colours and finishes, including classic black, anthracite grey and wood-effect designs.
Do you fit both uPVC and composite doors in Crawley?
Yes. Faron fits both, and we also fit them in East Grinstead, Horsham, Copthorne, Horley and Haywards Heath.
What guarantee does Faron give?
We give a one-year workmanship guarantee on our services.
We offer UPVC Windows Across the following areas
Reigate
Southwater
Billingshurst
Copthorne
Crawley
Get a Free Quote in Crawley
Not sure which door to choose in Crawley? Call Faron Home Improvements on 01342 643075 for a free, no-obligation quote. We work from our base in East Grinstead and cover Crawley. Alternatively, use the form below and we will get back to you.