Composite door swells

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Had a composite door fitted on the south face of our bungalow, “ blistered” in one spot so door was replaced now even in the winter sun the door is swelling and tight to close , is this a regular occurrence ?
 
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It shouldn't do. If not a fault, colour can influence things.

What does the manufacturers (not the suppliers) recommendations and guidance say?
 
Thanks for the reply Woody,only dealings if have had are withe installer great lad used him before he has not had it on numerous installs, so checking on here in case it’s a known issue.will have to find out the manufacturers to check with them .But-as a door is designed for a job you would think it would be ok.
 
What colour is the door and outer frame? Unfortunately dark ccolours swell as they absorb heat. If you have a dark pvc outerframe I expect it is probably that swelling more than the actual door slab. Is it possible to adjust the door and still cover all gaskets for weather tightness? I
 
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