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Regulations for replacing your front door

When replacing your front door or any window in your home, there are two areas of legislation to consider: the Building Regulations 2010 and Planning Permission . These can often be confused so let’s look at each of them in more detail.

Building Regulations 2010

Building Regulations apply to the construction and design of both existing and new build properties. They ensure that the property is constructed in a way that is structurally sound and provides good thermal performance throughout the building. Current Building Regulations cover all aspects of a property including the foundations, external walls, internal walls, electrics, plumbing, roof structure, windows, doors and insulation. The responsibility for enforcing Building Regulations falls to local authorities. Most local authorities employ a team of building inspectors to inspect all new builds and alterations to ensure the Building Regulations are met. You can apply to your local authority’s building control department or Approved Inspector for Building Regulations approval. Failure to comply with Building Regulations could result in prosecution under sections 35 and 35A of the Building Act 1984. Enforcement action is typically taken against the person deemed to have carried out the work (usually a builder or contractor). If you’re not sure whether you need approval from Building Regulations when replacing a door or window in your home, check with a building control body.

What do Building Regulations say about exterior doors?

For replacement windows and doors, the Building Regulations apply to the size, construction and type of glazing installed. Approximately 25% of the heat inside a home is lost through the windows and doors. The Building Regulations aim to reduce this figure so that homes can become more energy-efficient. Heat loss is measured in U-values, which applies to the entire door including the frame and glass. The minimum U-value allowed for an external door is 1.8w/m2k or less. Along with the heat loss rating, the Building Regulations also cover the type of glass that can be installed. Safety glass must be installed in any glass panel up to 1500mm from floor level or 300mm from the door edge. Vufold’s front doors achieve a very low U-value of 1.6w/m2k and are fitted with 21-mm argon-filled double glazing units using toughened safety glass.

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Composite doors are the latest addition to the door industry, and have been designed with the knowledge of the flaws of previous doors. Because of this knowledge and the freedom of using multiple materials, composite doors have been designed to phase out old flaws and create a whole new standard of door.

Composite Doors – Phasing out common flaws

Unfortunately, many homeowners will experience flaws when it comes to their front or back door. The effects of seasonal heat changes are an unavoidable issue when it comes to doors made from a singular material. Reinforcing wood or uPVC doors can sometimes weaken the door, causing other issues. Another general issue is security – how can you keep your home secure without spending a small fortune on expensive additions? Without these additions, other doors are vulnerable to potential attacks. There are many other common flaws that people experience. The design of composite doors has enabled these flaws to be taken in to consideration, and effectively phased out. The GRP skin prevents the composite door from warping during seasonal changes, preventing the door from both sticking and causing draughts. The thermal core provides further energy efficiency benefits. The GRP skin of composite doors is able to withstand a higher level of force than most other doors. The GRP skin provides a maintenance-free finish. No sanding and painting is required to keep the door protected and looking fresh. It also won’t fade or discolour over time like other doors. Composite doors have a longer lifespan than most doors, increasing the cost efficiency and reducing the environmental impact of the door. If those benefits were not enough, The Composite Door Shop offers each composite door with a 10-year guarantee.

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