Replace old wooden door - but with what?

[SirGalahad]

So my parents house they have a large wooden door to the rear - it's heavy and solid and the only issue is that it seems to have developed some gaps that let draughts through.

Now looking at replacemented - UPVC is out of the question as they don't want a bottom lip. So that leaves a composite door or a wooden door.

Now I had a look at composite doors and there are just so many choices I gave up. Now if they replace the old wooden door with a new wooden door - would it be best to replace the whole frame as well?

If they go for a wooden door- what type of wood is best - looking really for something that is lowish maintenance and good security.

 

[EddieM]

So my parents house they have a large wooden door to the rear - it's heavy and solid and the only issue is that it seems to have developed some gaps that let draughts through.

Now looking at replacemented - UPVC is out of the question as they don't want a bottom lip. So that leaves a composite door or a wooden door.

Now I had a look at composite doors and there are just so many choices I gave up. Now if they replace the old wooden door with a new wooden door - would it be best to replace the whole frame as well?

If they go for a wooden door- what type of wood is best - looking really for something that is lowish maintenance and good security.

A composite is probably the best way forward, but that comes down to price points, could well entail a new frame.

 

[SirGalahad]

A composite is probably the best way forward, but that comes down to price points, could well entail a new frame.

So a hard wood door plus frame vs composite - what should I be looking for? I really don't know what makes a good composite door - I know hardwood when I see it lol!

Price points - want something solid, substantial and secure. Doesn't need glazing.

 

[EddieM]

So a hard wood door plus frame vs composite - what should I be looking for? I really don't know what makes a good composite door - I know hardwood when I see it lol!

Price points - want something solid, substantial and secure. Doesn't need glazing.

Still comes down to price, they go from x to OMFGG!

 

[SirGalahad]

Still comes down to price, they go from x to OMFGG!

Don't care about price too much. What is OMFGG lol? £3000?

 

[EddieM]

About 10k for super high security doors, more than most people would need or require. But with those, if you lock yourself out, you're probably better off breaking a hole in the wall.

 

[EddieM]

Anyway, you could have a start here to give you some ideas.

Posted from a thread you contributed to BTW.