If you do not mind the bit more work involved and the measurements are a very close fit then go for it. I am all for recycling doors rather than landfill.
My neighbour decided to replace their lovely 1930s door witha composite because the lead was falling out.
I took their old door off them and plan to rehang in on my property. All that needs doing is repainting, re-draught proofing and re-leading. It may cost £200 to do properly. There was nothing wrong with the door at all. They paid around £1000 for their new door which was a waste in my opinon. I know it should fit well as the houses were built the same, but there is always a bit of variation so it may need some work here and there. Maybe get some advice on what to get in terms of fitting a reclaimed door. I am sure there are some things to look out for.
Prehaps ring a recommended local carpenter for advice and mabye do a further post in the wood work forum.
I am sure most people on this fourm would agree that for a house with exisiting period features, especially an old cottage, would benifit from a period looking timber door.
My neighbour decided to replace their lovely 1930s door witha composite because the lead was falling out.
I took their old door off them and plan to rehang in on my property. All that needs doing is repainting, re-draught proofing and re-leading. It may cost £200 to do properly. There was nothing wrong with the door at all. They paid around £1000 for their new door which was a waste in my opinon. I know it should fit well as the houses were built the same, but there is always a bit of variation so it may need some work here and there. Maybe get some advice on what to get in terms of fitting a reclaimed door. I am sure there are some things to look out for.
Prehaps ring a recommended local carpenter for advice and mabye do a further post in the wood work forum.
I am sure most people on this fourm would agree that for a house with exisiting period features, especially an old cottage, would benifit from a period looking timber door.
