Composite Door +
Canopy + Sidelights.
A complete front entrance transformation — black composite door with brushed chrome hardware, glazed lean-to canopy for weather protection, and matching slim sidelights either side for natural light.
The Brief
A Complete Entrance, Not Just a Door
The client — a homeowner in Surrey — wanted to transform the front entrance of their white-rendered detached house. The existing timber door was draughty, single-glazed and dated. They wanted something contemporary: black, bold, with the feel of a high-specification property.
But a door alone was not enough. The original entrance was fully exposed — no weather protection and limited natural light in the hallway. The brief expanded to include a glazed lean-to canopy above the door and matching slim sidelights either side.
The entire job was designed to be delivered in a single day: one team, one visit, one sign-off at the end.
What We Did
Removed the original timber door and frame cleanly
Built out the reveals to accept the new composite frame
Installed the composite door frame plumb and square
Hung the door — checked operation, adjusted hinges for smooth swing
Set and aligned the multi-point locking mechanism
Fitted brushed chrome lever handles and matching letter plate
Installed the aluminium lean-to canopy above the door on wall fixings
Fitted slim sidelight frames and glazed units either side of the door
Made good all pointing and weatherproofing around every junction
Project Details
Location
Surrey
Door Type
GRP composite — black, smooth finish
Hardware
Brushed chrome lever handles + letter plate
Security
Multi-point locking, anti-snap cylinder
Canopy
Aluminium lean-to with glass infill
Sidelights
Slim aluminium frame, obscure glass
Duration
Single day
Rating
10/10 — verified on Checkatrade
Checkatrade Review — Aurora Clark, SM7
“The boys were absolutely fantastic. Turned up on time, did a brilliant job and left everything spotless. Could not fault them at all — would 100% recommend.”
Why Composite?
GRP composite doors combine a glass-reinforced polymer skin with an insulated foam core. They don't warp, swell or crack like timber — and they will not fade or discolour like cheaper doors. With the right hardware, they look and feel premium indefinitely.
Transform Your Entrance
New door, canopy and sidelights — one team, one day
Sonny visits, measures and quotes. No subcontractors, no delays.