Everything you wanted to know about doors

Doors-More recently launched the new range of Freestyle doors. The range which can be used in either a residential or commercial situation come in eight distinctive designs to create a modern practical door has proved to be a huge success.

The range is now on promotion for a limited period where customers can take advantage of up to 20% off savings.

Remember that all products supplied by Doors-More are inclusive of VAT and are free delivered to most UK postcodes.

Why not contact Doors-More to take advantage of this limited period special offer.

Doors-More can confirm that the offices and warehouse will close at 5.00pm on Friday 18th December 2009 and re-open on Monday 4th January 2010 at 8.30am.
Orders can still be placed via the website www.doors-more.co.uk and for urgent calls please contact 07867 552244 where a message can be left and calls will be returned within 24 hours.
Doors-More would like to wish all its customers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

A mortise lock fits into the door itself, as opposed to a door knob and lock or cylindrical lock, which is then installed directly through a hole drilled into the door. With a mortise lock you are required to skilfully router out the door to enable you to install the lock and hardware.
The mortise lock also has a bolt chamber, which is also fitted into the door frame. The lock uses a strike plate, face plate and lock assembly (door knob, dead bolt and handle) just like any other door handles.
A mortise locks requires the use of a latch and handle system. Some of them also have a sliding bolt mechanism. Most types of knob and latch can be used with a mortise lock. The latch is the handle or door knob that one pulls to slide the bolt back and open the door. To do this the system uses a series of tumblers and key to lock into place. Otherwise the latch will slide back whenever the handle is pulled or turned. To engage the dead bolt, most mortise locks require a simple twist of the knob inside. A cylindrical tumbler and key can be used to slide the bolt back from the outside.
To install a mortise lock you will need a little more skill as it requires to be set into the frame and door itself. This would normally be completed by a skilled joiner or a very competent DIYer. In some cases a mortising bit or router can be used to drill out the channel for the lock. This can also be done by drilling into the door frame with a large drill bit several times and then straightening the slot. The mortise lock is then inserted into the door, and the face plate installed over it. The strike plate is inserted into the door frame in the same way, level with the bolt. A hole is drilled right through the door itself for the key hole. The key inserted right through this hole, without any hardware showing on the outside of the door. There is very little hardware showing that would indicate any lock is installed at all.

If you have just purchased a new set of internal doors and wondered how to stain them, or would like to refresh the look of your existing doors, well look no further Doors-More will now give you a simple step by step guide.

Things you will need to complete the job.

Screwdriver
Brushes
Gloves
Wood Stain
Clean Rags
Sandpaper Medium / Fine
Stripper

If existing doors then remove the door furniture. You should be able to do this with just a screwdriver. Make sure that you keep all the screws and parts together. You will need to re-install all the furniture once the doors have been stained. When removing the hinges you may need someone to hold the door to prevent it falling.

Lay the door over a couple of saw stools or something similar to support the door at both ends.

Wipe the door down so it is free from dirt and dust. If the door is painted, you will need to remove all the layers of paint. Do this with a paint stripper in a well ventilated area. If the door is already stained, remove the stain with a stripper.

To prepare the door to accept the stain the door should be down to the bare wood on all sides, if a new door this will be how it will be supplied to you. Use a fine sand paper to remove any nibs and achieve a nice smooth surface.

Wipe the surface clean and make sure than any dust is removed. Apply the stain of your choice using either a brush or a clean rag. Start will the panels and then the stiles and rails making sure that you follow the direction of the grain, stain slowly and take care not to apply to much stain which is liable to run. Allow the stain to dry completely.

Depending upon the product you use the manufactures of the stain may suggest further coats, if so when the door is completely dry lightly sand and ensure the surface is clean and free of dust and then re apply further coats as before.

Your doors can now be hung.

Ever thought that your front door needs a fresh look, why not paint an old boring front door and give it that fresh new look which will brighten the whole house up. The job can be completed within a weekend and shouldn’t cost that much.

Things you will need to complete the job.

Screwdriver
Scraper & Filler
Cloth and sugar soap
Medium and fine sandpaper
Paint, good gloss paint will be the most suitable and very hard wearing, you can also look to use a semi gloss or egg shell if you prefer
Paintbrush the better the quality of brush the better finish you will achieve.
A good weather forecast, a good paint will be touch dry in 6-8 hours but you are best to wait 16-24 hours before applying a second coat, so make sure the weather is on your side for a couple of days.

Use a screwdriver to remove the door handles, plates and lock, depending on the age you may wish to have new furniture see http://www.doors-more.co.uk/store/4-door-handle-sets/ for designs.

Scrape any flaking paint and apply filler to any holes.

When the filler has dried, clean the door well with sugar soap.

Use the sandpaper to smooth the surface. If your door is already painted with gloss paint use medium grade sandpaper to flatten of the sheen.

Always paint in the direction of the grain and paint the side closet to the handle last, this will enable you to open and close the door while you work.

Start with the panels, and then paint the rails and stiles, i.e. the parts that are around the panels holding them in place. Paint slowly and take care not to apply to much paint, which is liable to run.

When the first coat is dry, rub down with the fine sandpaper and apply a second coat in the same way.

Doors-more continue to sell the new Smoothfold Folding Sliding door system on their website www.doors-more.co.uk Doors-More are main internet distributors of the full range of doors, windows and patio systems for JELD-WEN Ltd.
Smoothfold oak pre-finished sliding folding doors are for properties that are either period or modern style and inspires an enriched lifestyle, bringing the outside indoors. Your inside living space instantly extends when folding the door leaves back fully. With full height glazed doors bringing in maximum light, both summer and winter days, your property can reap the benefits. The Smoothfold has fully reversible 44mm thick doors, which allow you to hang from either the left or right to your preference. Manufactured from engineered oak, for a truly striking appearance. They are designed to provide a top quality patio, at affordable prices.
Installation
A suitable lintel is required for correct installation. The instructions come
complete with delivery, with an easy to follow step by step guide. The
frame is supplied in a pack for site assembly. The doors are supplied
glazed, pre-drilled and packed separately.
Full fitting instructions and lintel specification sheet is available to
download from JELD-WEN website by following: www.jeld-wen.co.uk
• 44mm thick door leaves
• Engineered oak pre-finished with opaque lacquer
• Brushed Chrome fittings
• Whole product U-Value of 1.9w/m2K
• Energy efficient to building regulations Approved Document L
• Fitted double glazed units
• Six different width sizes available
• Standard height 2100mm
code width no of doors door configuration
SMF18 1800 3 3L OR 3R
SMF21 2100 3 3L OR 3R
SMF24 2400 3 3L OR 3R
SMF30 3000 4 3+1 L OR R
SMF36 3600 5 4+1 L OR R
SMF42 4200 6 5+1 L OR R
Contact www.doors-more.co.uk for further information on the Fully Finished Smoothfold range of folding sliding patio doors

Start by measuring the width and height of the door frame allowing for the necessary clearance. You may not find a door to the exact size so will have to purchase the next size up and trim the edges to fit. Transfer the measurements to the door. Plane equal amounts from the two side edges. Now trimming the height of the door you can use a saw but finish with the plane. Sand all edges with an abrasive paper until smooth.
Two hinges are sufficient but on heavier doors such as fire doors or doors hung in kitchens or bathroom areas where it is humid three hinges would be required. Hinges fit into recesses of an equal depth in the door frame and the stile. Use a very sharp wood chisel with a wide blade for making them. The top hinge needs to be about 250mm from the top of door and the bottom hinge about 250 mm from the bottom of the door. Mark hinge positions with a pencil using the hinge itself to trace the dimensions and hole positions. Cut the hinge recess using a chisel and wooden mallet. Cut the door edge along the outline and to the correct depth. Drill pilot holes in the door for the hinge to fit. Test fit the hinges to make sure they fit correctly.
With the door in the open position, use wedges to raise the door to the required height to clear the flooring. Carefully mark the side of the door through the screw holes on the hinge. Making sure the hinge knuckles are parallel with the frame. Remove door and chisel out the hinge recesses in the door frame in the same way. Put one screw into each hinge to check the door fits neatly. Any adjustments can be made now. When you are satisfied the door is hanging neatly you can fix the remaining screws onto the door. Ensure all hinge screws on the door and frame are tightly fitted.
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In these days of contemporary this and contemporary that its nice to see that the door market has caught everyone else up and now offers many internal and external doors contemporary styles with which to grace your home.
Doors are not the easiest thing to see in the flesh, especially if you don’t live in a big city. However with a little research on line, you can soon save a lot of time and money. You wont have to look far before you will see hundreds of doors from traditional to contemporary styles.
Shopping on line is the perfect way to shop without even leaving your own home.
The doors will be available in a variety of materials and finishes and most manufactures and retailers offer doors in all of the standard sizes so you won’t have a problems trying to find something to fit in with your chosen decor.
More and more these days you will be able to see doors that are fully finished in many new and different colours with finishes that include oak maple beech ash and walnut, these doors will compliment any house with the choices being endless.
With a little bit of shopping around you will also find that once a new design comes out it is not long before other manufacturers will have a copy out at a much reduced price, don’t be afraid to shop around as the same looking door will appear in many slightly different styles.
Once any new design door has been out in the market for a few months and if they think that the sales are strong it will not be long before they choose to offer the same door but as a fire rated door as well. This will allow you to comply with building regulations which states in certain circumstances that you will require a fire rated door.
Don’t be put off buying a door you like if it is not available as a fire rated door it may be that the manufacturer has got plans in the near future so just ask you chosen door retailer to talk to the manufacturer for you. Most will want to test the market first before going to a lot of expense to have a particular door fire tested.
You can now also buy contemporary folding sliding doors rather than the more traditional external patio doors, again in a range of finishes from oak through to white, all of which will add to that contemporary look you are trying to achieve. The idea of having folding sliding doors that fold all the way back and create a vast open space is certainly the way many people are choosing to go.
The versatility comes with the size option of 1800mm 2100mm 2400mm 3000mm 3600mm and 4200mm width allowing you to open up vast areas of a building in the summer and close them in winter whilst still being able to see out and let light in. Try looking at Link Title
Dependent upon the width you choose you will then have the option of various different door configurations for which way the doors will fold and slide back, it really does give you the many different options.
Most doors weather they are internal or external will come with a 10 year guarantee, check before buying and if need be ask the question, if the retailer says they are not supplied with a 10 year guarantee then shop around as most do.
Traditionally doors have not been seen as a focal point of the house with much more importance being placed on wall decorations and furnishings, however things are changing a door can now be the focal point of any contemporary or traditional room or house.

During the last couple of year the popularity of folding sliding doors has increased significantly with many people choosing them not only for new builds but also for replacing older patio doors. Here we look at the reasons why they have become so popular.
Patio doors traditionally were designed to allow better access from a room to the outside world, often featuring full glazing to allow light into a room, the idea that these doors would just open back was very appealing, albeit restrictive in many cases. Patio doors by their design are a two door system and therefore the limit to their size and width is very restrictive due to weight constraints.
This allowed a few manufacturers to test the market with a new concept folding sliding doors, at first the sizes were restricted to standard Patio door sizes 1800mm, 2100mm and 2400mm designed as a 3 door system where the consumer could choose either a left hand or right hand opening. The benefit being that all the doors could be pushed to one side giving total access to the outside without any pillars or posts in the way.
This new concept was an instant success; consumers could see the benefits and the idea were quickly picked up by the tv makeover shows, thus giving the product even more publicity. Almost overnight the concept of folding sliding doors was an instant hit. Very quickly the range of sizes increased to keep pace with customer demands. As well as 1800mm, 2100mm and 2400mm sizes, 3000mm, 3600mm and 4200mm were added to the range giving from 3 doors to 6 door options. The larger options being available in various door configurations, again giving the consumer more choice and variety.
Anyone building a new property could now have the concept of a large glass area secure when closed that would allow the outside world in once opened, in many cases the doors allowed for a large open space giving plenty of access without the need for unsightly posts or pillars.
Without doubt folding sliding doors are a truly inspired lifestyle concept that ingeniously and cost effectively facilitates bringing the outside into the home and extending the interior to the exterior, instantly creating increased living space along with a more salubrious environment in which to both live on a day to day basis and entertain.
For further help or advice please contact http://www.doors-more.co.uk