We supply and fit double glazing doors for homes in North Kensington, from front doors to patio and French doors. This page is for owners who want a door that keeps out the cold, locks well and looks right on their home. You will see the main door types, how we fit them, what drives the cost and how to choose.
Every door is made to measure from a site survey. We fit A-rated glass, multi-point locks and frames that seal well all round. Each job is signed off under FENSA and backed by our 10-year guarantee. For the full range, see our main double glazing doors page.
Double glazing doors in North Kensington: what we see locally
- Streets we work on: Oxford Gardens, Bassett Road and St Quintin Avenue
- Typical housing stock: Victorian terraces and villas, many converted to flats, with large post-war council estates
Building control for this area sits with the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. When we fit under FENSA, we handle the sign-off for you.
Which door types suit homes in North Kensington
The right door depends on where it goes, how much use it gets and the style of your home. The housing note above gives a sense of what we fit most often here. These are the main door types:
- Front doors: the door that sets the tone for your home. Security and looks matter most here.
- Back doors: used every day to get to the garden. They need to be strong and easy to open.
- French doors: a pair of doors that open outwards to the garden. Good for a narrow opening.
- Patio doors: large sliding panels that give a wide view with slim frames.
- Bifold doors: a set of panels that fold back to open up the whole wall.
- Stable doors: split across the middle so you can open the top half on its own.
uPVC, composite or aluminium
We fit doors in three main materials. Each has its own strengths.
uPVC doors are the low-cost choice. They are warm, easy to clean and come in white, grey and wood-effect finishes. They suit back doors, French doors and modern homes. They are not as rigid as the other two, so we fit steel inside the frame for strength.
Composite doors have a solid core with a tough skin on the outside. They look like painted timber but need far less care. They are thick, strong and warm, which makes them a top pick for front doors. You can choose from many colours, glass designs and handles.
Aluminium doors are strong and slim. They carry large glass panes with thin frames, so they suit patio doors, bifolds and modern rear walls. The frames are powder coated in almost any colour and hold their finish for many years.
Security, warmth and noise
A good door does three jobs. It keeps intruders out, keeps the heat in and keeps the street noise down. We build every door to do all three.
- Locks: multi-point locks that bolt into the frame at several points. We fit anti-snap cylinders as standard.
- Glass: toughened or laminated safety glass, fitted from the inside so it cannot be removed from outside.
- Hinges: strong, adjustable hinges with security pins.
- Seals: gaskets all round the door to stop draughts and cut noise.
- Thresholds: low thresholds with good drainage, so water stays out.
Part L of the Building Regulations sets a limit of 1.4 W/m²K for a replacement door. All our doors meet this. If your door faces a busy road, ask about laminated glass. The bonded layer in the glass helps cut traffic noise.
How we fit your new door
We start with a free survey. We measure the opening, check the frame and the brickwork and talk through the style you want. Then we draw up a spec and a written quote. Once you order, we make the door to your exact size.
On the day, we take out the old door and frame and check the opening. We fix the new frame level and square, then hang the door and set the locks. We seal the frame inside and out, fit trims and test that the door opens, closes and locks well. Most single doors take less than a day.
Access and parking can affect how we plan the day. The note above tells you what to expect on your road. Our full process, from survey to aftercare, is set out on our how we work page.
What drives the cost of a new door
We do not publish fixed prices, because every door and opening is different. Each job gets a written, fixed quote after a free survey. You can ask for your quote here. These are the main things that set the price:
- Material: uPVC costs the least, then composite, then aluminium.
- Size and type: a pair of French doors or a wide patio door costs more than a single door.
- Glass: decorative, laminated or triple glazed units add to the cost.
- Colour: a dual colour or a special shade costs more than a standard finish.
- Side panels and top lights: extra glass around the door.
- Hardware: handles, letter plates, knockers and smart locks.
- Building work: making good to brick, plaster or a new step.
Your quote lists each part, so you can see where the money goes. It also sets out the payment stages in writing.
Looking after your door
Modern doors need little care. A few simple jobs keep them working well:
- Wash the door and frame with warm, soapy water a few times a year.
- Avoid harsh cleaners, scourers and solvents.
- Put a drop of light oil on the lock and hinges once a year.
- Keep the drain holes in the threshold clear.
- If the door starts to drop or catch, call us. A small hinge adjustment usually fixes it.
Choosing the right door for your home
Start with the job the door has to do. For a front door, think about security and kerb appeal, so a composite door is often the best fit. For a back door used many times a day, a strong uPVC or composite door works well. For a wide opening to the garden, aluminium patio or bifold doors give you the most glass.
Then think about the style of the house. A period home may suit a panelled composite door in a heritage colour. A modern home may suit a slim aluminium door in grey or black. Bring photos of doors you like to the survey, and we will help you find a match.
To see our other work in the area, visit our North Kensington glazing page, or see our services across Ladbroke Grove.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can double glazing doors be recycled at the end of their life?
Yes, most of a door can be recycled. uPVC frames can be ground down and made into new frames. Aluminium can be melted and reused many times. Glass can be crushed and used again. When we take out your old door, we send the parts to recycling where we can, rather than to landfill.
Can pets scratch or damage a new door?
Pets can mark any door, but some stand up to claws better than others. Composite doors have a hard skin that resists scratches well. Powder-coated aluminium is tough too. uPVC can show scratches more easily. If you have a dog or cat, ask about a kick plate on the lower panel, or a pet flap fitted in the factory.
Do new doors affect home insurance?
A new door with strong locks may help with your insurance. Many insurers ask that doors have locks that meet a set standard, such as a British Standard cylinder. Keep the spec we give you and your FENSA certificate. Tell your insurer about the upgrade and check with them how it affects your own policy.
Can you change the door style later without a new frame?
Sometimes. In some cases we can fit a new door leaf into the old frame, if the frame is sound and the sizes match. But the frame and door are made to work as a set. A new frame gives a better seal and lets you upgrade the locks and threshold. We will check on the survey and tell you which makes most sense.
Are there grants for new double glazed doors?
Grants for doors on their own are rare. Some energy schemes help with home upgrades for people on certain benefits or low incomes, and these change from time to time. Check with your energy supplier or the council to see what is open to you now. We can give you the door spec if a scheme asks for it.