After an Edinburgh resident recently hit the headlines for being threatened with a £20,000 fine for painting the door of her house pink, homeowners may be wondering what changes they can legitimately make without fear of their local council clamping down. In fact, as long as you don’t live in a designated conservation area, there aren’t many rules restricting your creative instinct, but you could be forgiven for thinking that there is little that can be done to modify your existing uPVC or Composite doors.
Adjustments can generally be made to any uPVC or Composite door, just like any other, so here are some ideas to make your door unique.
1) Improve The Security Rating
Most modern doors offer excellent security but, to make your home even more secure, it is possible to add or swap locks for added peace of mind. Changing uPVC or Composite door locks can provide you with greater reassurance that your property is safe whenever you are away from home. Advances in smart technology mean that it is possible to monitor your home security from anywhere in the world on your smartphone: KUBU is a smart sensor that monitors your lock in real-time, with great features such as notifying you when your door is locked or unlocked. Therefore, the sensors keep a watchful eye on your door and alert you if it is opened unexpectedly so you can have confidence that, should the worst-case scenario occur, prompt action can be taken to safeguard your home.
2) Improve Your Privacy
Blinds are a useful addition to a uPVC or Composite door, but some people find they are difficult to clean, or that they flap around when the door is opened. Instead, it is possible to change the glass in the door for a double-glazed unit that features integral blinds, affording you the privacy you desire in a practical and easy-to-manage way. Morley Glass & Glazing are the UK’s No1 manufacturer of screenline blinds, offering 3 different types of blinds such as Integral, Venetian and Pleated blinds, which all offer a stylish and neat alternative to curtains.
3) uPVC and Composite Doors Are Available in a Wide Range of Colours
You can even ‘customise’ your doors to match your own personal aesthetic by getting this in the colour of your choice! Not only does this give it a unique and stylish look, the ready-painted doors can also act as a protective layer to protect your door from any damaged caused by precipitation and water. Design your door virtually with Harveys here.
See some colourful options below!
Contact Us For More Information
High-quality uPVC and composite doors from Harveys start from £1000. To find out more about how our specialists could help with uPVC door adjustments, and the costs involved please call us today on 0116 497 5866.