Commercial front door threshold installation | Options of thresholds and the benefits of finding expert door installation
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When installing front doors in a large-scale property development project, the security of the property should always be a high priority. Keeping a property safe and secure can also involve ensuring it is protected against extreme weather. Thresholds are designed to provide weather resistance by preventing the elements from penetrating through and leaking into a property.
Find out more about the different threshold options for front doors for your property development. We also expand on the benefits of getting a front door professionally installed, and what is included in Origin’s complete offering.
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Read the importance of considering threshold options for a front door.
Find out more about the different Origin Front Door threshold options, and how to choose the best option for your property development.
Read the key benefits of choosing aluminium front doors for a property development.
Find out what cill options and seals are included with Origin Front Doors.
We answer common queries on thresholds for commercial front doors for a development.
Why are threshold options important to consider when finding a front door supplier?
Thresholds play an important role in user safety as well as the overall look, finish and weathertightness of a door. As opposed to an interior door – an external door requires more thought when it comes to weather protection. If a threshold is able to be recessed into the floor and keep a property effectively waterproof, you are delivering a better safety standard. Plus, a low threshold more seamlessly connects indoor and outdoor spaces to create a sense of continuity and openness. It is important to strike a balance between safety, style and practicality when choosing a door threshold for a development. Finding a supplier that offers a range of threshold options and designs can help to ensure you deliver this balance of practicality and visual appeal.
You can download our front door brochure here to find out more about the options Origin offer.
Commercial door threshold options | Which option is necessary for your property development?
Origin Front Doors are available in two types of threshold options:
Non-weathered threshold
The option that provides the most seamless transition between spaces of a property, is the non-weathered, or flush, threshold.
These thresholds do not include a rebate in the same way as weathered thresholds, meaning that they do not carry a weather rating and draught-proofing cannot be fully guaranteed as a result of their lack of seal at the bottom. However, this new threshold creates no step between the inside and outside, providing a truly seamless transition between areas of the property. Non-weathered thresholds are more recommended for doors that will be enclosed inside a front porch, or doors that aren’t fully exposed to the weather.
Two options are available if you are looking for a non-weathered options for your development. These include the standard non-weathered option, or the mobility threshold, which stands at a mere 20mm when the door is open, making it ideal for wheelchair use. Consider whether seamless accessibility is a main priority for your development, or whether you need something more weather-resistant if the front door will be more exposed to bad weather.
Our complete commercial offering includes guidance on choosing the right specification for a front door, such as advice on the different threshold options. Find out more about our commercial offering here.
Weathered threshold
These thresholds come with a weather rating and are effective at keeping out the elements and providing reliable protection from the weather. However, they will appear higher than non-weathered options, providing a more uneven surface and a less smooth transition.
Because of its weather rating, these weathered thresholds are recommended for use in doorways that separate the inside and outside areas of the property in order to provide weather protection and ensure that rain is kept out of the home. As opposed to non-weathered thresholds – a weathered threshold is ideal if the door will be fully exposed to the weather, and won’t be enclosed inside a front porch. Choosing the right level of weather protection for a front door will reflect positively on you as a developer.
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If you are choosing a garage door design for your development, it can be specified with no threshold.
Origin Front Doors | Threshold heights
The mobility non-weathered threshold option provides the most seamless transition, whereas the weathered aluminium threshold option is the least subtle. See the sizes for each threshold option below:
Why choose aluminium front doors for a project development?
One of the many key benefits of using aluminium front doors is that they provide a variety of different design and colour options, whilst offering excellent strength and durability. High-quality aluminium is an incredibly strong yet lightweight material that, unlike wood, is resilient to twisting, warping or rotting – no matter what the British weather throws at it. Additionally, aluminium front doors can also be extremely thermally efficient.
Aluminium front doors are strong and durable doors, making them reliable options for large scale residential or commercial developments. Like a wooden door, an aluminium front door is available in a wide range of designs and colours, meaning that you can choose the ideal design for the style and requirements of your project.
Find out more about the Kensington and Sandringham panel options here.
Aluminium front doors can also be highly energy-efficient, helping to keep a premises cool in summer and warm in winter. This also makes them an environmentally friendly alternative to other types of commercial front doors, improving your reputation as a property developer.
Bespoke aluminium commercial doors come with a wide selection of locking mechanisms and handles, so your door has all the security provisions you need.
Seals and cills for aluminium front doors | What does Origin offer?
Cills act as an extrusion and can help project and channel water away from the brickwork underneath the door frame and aid drainage. When it comes to specifying cills for a front door – you can choose from our 4 aluminium options which can also be powder coated to match the doors:
The Origin Residential Door exceeds British Building Regulation requirements for optimum thermal efficiency. With U-Values as low as 1.4, the Residential Door comprises of some of the most sophisticated weather-tight seals to ensure the elements stay out. This provides a reliable and weather-resistant feature for any development.
Why choose Origin as a front door commercial doors supplier and installer for your project development?
Installing front doors as part of a commercial project can be time-consuming – particularly when you have more important elements of a construction project to focus on. Origin offers a complete package so you don't need to worry about anything. If you choose our full turnkey service,we will work with our nationwide network of installation partners to ensure your project is in the very best of hands.
If you've got multiple developments, you're renovating a non-residential building or you have a complex project that needs specialised front doors, having a door specialist on hand can be a huge relief. Someone with direct experience can recommend the correct door threshold option, as well as installing and providing an aftercare service too.
By hiring experts in commercial door installation, you can rest assured that a property is secure and meets all of the latest regulations. This service can also ensure any doors for your development are installed correctly which will aid their longevity, as Origin can partner with a local installation specialist. Based in the UK, Origin provides a wide range of commercial window and door options of different types, colours and sizes.
Thanks to all products being made in Britain, property developers needing front doors can benefit from convenient lead times too, with products manufactured and delivered in as little as 24 hours. This is ideal if you want to ensure your projects run on time.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of a door threshold?
The primary purpose of a door threshold is to provide a seal underneath the door, as a protection against heat in the summer and cold in the winter.
What is the difference between a cill and a threshold?
The door cill is part of the frame structure of the door and sits under the door jamb. The metal threshold sits on top of the cill and performs the duty of making the door weathertight.
How do you install an exterior door threshold?
At Origin, we can supply aluminium front doors as well as an installation service as part of a commercial offering, in which we work alongside our expert installers who have a track record in providing high-quality installation. This can ensure that the door is fitted securely and professionally on your development, including the entry door threshold.
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