External doors - Revision history

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	Other security features in front doors might include a door chain, a viewing hole, a London bar, an entry alarm, audio and video communication systems and so on. Non-security related features that are often included on external doors include a letter box, number/s (fixed with screws or other fasteners), door-knocker, door bell, etc.		Other security features in front doors might include a door chain, a viewing hole, a London bar, an entry alarm, audio and video communication systems and so on. Non-security related features that are often included on external doors include a letter box, number/s (fixed with screws or other fasteners), door-knocker, door bell, etc.
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		+	Approved Document Q - Security – Dwellings, requires that reasonable provision is made to prevent unauthorised access, and that easily accessible doors are sufficiently robust and fitted with appropriate hardware. For more information see: Approved document Q.

	Door Energy Rating schemes are based on a traffic-light style A-G ratings system for energy efficiency similar to the labelling system used for fridges, washing machines, cookers and so on. An A rating indicates a good level of energy efficiency, whilst G is the lowest rating. Low rated doors will not normally satisfy building regulations requirements. For more information see: Door Energy Rating.		Door Energy Rating schemes are based on a traffic-light style A-G ratings system for energy efficiency similar to the labelling system used for fridges, washing machines, cookers and so on. An A rating indicates a good level of energy efficiency, whilst G is the lowest rating. Low rated doors will not normally satisfy building regulations requirements. For more information see: Door Energy Rating.

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	Other security features in front doors might include a door chain, a viewing hole, a London bar, an entry alarm, audio and video communication systems and so on. Non-security related features that are often included on external doors include a letter box, number/s (fixed with screws or other fasteners), door-knocker, door bell, etc.		Other security features in front doors might include a door chain, a viewing hole, a London bar, an entry alarm, audio and video communication systems and so on. Non-security related features that are often included on external doors include a letter box, number/s (fixed with screws or other fasteners), door-knocker, door bell, etc.
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		+	Door Energy Rating schemes are based on a traffic-light style A-G ratings system for energy efficiency similar to the labelling system used for fridges, washing machines, cookers and so on. An A rating indicates a good level of energy efficiency, whilst G is the lowest rating. Low rated doors will not normally satisfy building regulations requirements. For more information see: Door Energy Rating.

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	Doors are openable barriers at the entrance to buildings, rooms or other spaces such as cupboards that allow people, vehicles or goods to enter and leave. They most commonly swing on hinges and include furniture or ironmongery that allows them to open, close, stay closed and sometimes to lock.		Doors are openable barriers at the entrance to buildings, rooms or other spaces such as cupboards that allow people, vehicles or goods to enter and leave. They most commonly swing on hinges and include furniture or ironmongery that allows them to open, close, stay closed and sometimes to lock.

−	External doors have a more ~~important~~ role than internal doors ~~since~~ they must ~~be of a solid and durable build quality so as to~~ protect the interior from the elements as well as from intrusion. The aesthetic style of an external door can be a more important consideration than for internal doors as it ~~serves as~~ the entrance and/or exit of a building and so can leave an ~~immediate~~ impression on ~~a user~~.	+	External doors typically have a more demanding role than internal doors as they are exposed to outside conditions and must protect the interior from the elements as well as from intrusion. The aesthetic style of an external door can also be a more important consideration than for internal doors as it creates the entrance and/or exit of a building and so can leave an impression on users and passers-by.

	There are many different types of external door design, often depending on the specific purpose and use requirement. For example, garages will typically use a rolling shutter door made of steel and fitted with a remote-control system which automatically raises and closes it; public and commercial buildings often use revolving doors comprising several leaves that radiate from a central shaft to form compartments, rotating about a vertical axis. For more information, see Types of door.		There are many different types of external door design, often depending on the specific purpose and use requirement. For example, garages will typically use a rolling shutter door made of steel and fitted with a remote-control system which automatically raises and closes it; public and commercial buildings often use revolving doors comprising several leaves that radiate from a central shaft to form compartments, rotating about a vertical axis. For more information, see Types of door.

−	In terms of materials, timber is ~~the most~~ widely-used for external doors~~. They tend to be the least expensive option and provide a unique aesthetic~~, but ~~can be prone~~ to ~~twisting and warping~~, and ~~require treating and maintaining to protect it from the weather~~.	+	In terms of materials, timber is widely-used for external doors, but more recently, composite PVC doors have been adopted as an alternative to timber in some dwellings. Other common materials include glass, steel aluminium and so on.

−	~~Sliding patio~~ doors ~~and modern homes~~ can ~~use aluminium doors which benefit from being lightweight~~, ~~strong~~ and require ~~relatively little~~ maintenance~~. However, the frames can conduct heat through~~ them~~, reducing their thermal efficiency~~.	+	Timber doors can be inexpensive and provide a natural aesthetic, but they are also prone to twisting, warping, and rot, and require treating and regular maintenance to protect them from the weather.

−	~~Steel~~ doors can be ~~used~~ which have the advantages of ~~good thermal performance,~~ durability, and easy maintenance. They also can present the appearance of heightened security, although this is not necessarily so as a door is no stronger than its frame.	+	Sliding patio doors and modern home doors can be made from aluminium, which benefits from being lightweight and strong and requires relatively little maintenance. Steel doors can also have the advantages of durability, and easy maintenance. They also can present the appearance of heightened security, although this is not necessarily so as a door is no stronger than its frame.

−	~~Composite~~ doors ~~use~~ a ~~mixture~~ of ~~materials~~, ~~for example~~, ~~timber clad in weatherproof material~~.	+	As external doors have an important role to play in securing a building, they will often be fitted with locks. A common lock used on external doors is the mortice deadlock which is positioned on the inside face of the door and can be key-operated from both inside and out. Nightlatches, also known as secondary locks, can either be standard (locks automatically unless the latch is held back), or deadlocked (locks automatically and requires a key inside and outside). For more information, see Types of lock.

−	As external doors have an important role to play in securing a building, they will often be fitted with locks. Door locks form part of the NHBC recommendations for new homes, and have been widely adopted by insurance companies. A common lock used on external doors is the mortice deadlock which is positioned on the inside face of the door and can be key-operated from both inside and out. Nightlatches, also known as secondary locks, can either be standard (locks automatically unless the latch is held back), or deadlocked (locks automatically and requires a key inside and outside).	+	Other security features in front doors might include a door chain, a viewing hole, a London bar, an entry alarm, audio and video communication systems and so on. Non-security related features that are often included on external doors include a letter box, number/s (fixed with screws or other fasteners), door-knocker, door bell, etc.
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−	~~For more information, see Types of lock.~~	+
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−	Other features ~~regarded as good security~~ in front doors include ~~fitting~~ a door chain ~~and~~, ~~on solid doors~~, a ~~viewer~~. Non-security related features that are often included on external doors include a letter box, number/s (fixed with screws or other fasteners), door-knocker~~, alarm system~~, door bell, etc.	+

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Doors are openable barriers at the entrance to buildings, rooms or other spaces such as cupboards that allow people, vehicles or goods to enter and leave. They most commonly swing on hinges and include furniture or ironmongery that allows them to open, close, stay closed and sometimes to lock.

External doors have a more important role than internal doors since they must be of a solid and durable build quality so as to protect the interior from the elements as well as from intrusion. The aesthetic style of an external door can be a more important consideration than for internal doors as it serves as the entrance and/or exit of a building and so can leave an immediate impression on a user.

There are many different types of external door design, often depending on the specific purpose and use requirement. For example, garages will typically use a rolling shutter door made of steel and fitted with a remote-control system which automatically raises and closes it; public and commercial buildings often use revolving doors comprising several leaves that radiate from a central shaft to form compartments, rotating about a vertical axis. For more information, see Types of door.

In terms of materials, timber is the most widely-used for external doors. They tend to be the least expensive option and provide a unique aesthetic, but can be prone to twisting and warping, and require treating and maintaining to protect it from the weather.

Sliding patio doors and modern homes can use aluminium doors which benefit from being lightweight, strong and require relatively little maintenance. However, the frames can conduct heat through them, reducing their thermal efficiency.

Steel doors can be used which have the advantages of good thermal performance, durability, and easy maintenance. They also can present the appearance of heightened security, although this is not necessarily so as a door is no stronger than its frame.

Composite doors use a mixture of materials, for example, timber clad in weatherproof material.

As external doors have an important role to play in securing a building, they will often be fitted with locks. Door locks form part of the NHBC recommendations for new homes, and have been widely adopted by insurance companies. A common lock used on external doors is the mortice deadlock which is positioned on the inside face of the door and can be key-operated from both inside and out. Nightlatches, also known as secondary locks, can either be standard (locks automatically unless the latch is held back), or deadlocked (locks automatically and requires a key inside and outside).

For more information, see Types of lock.

Other features regarded as good security in front doors include fitting a door chain and, on solid doors, a viewer. Non-security related features that are often included on external doors include a letter box, number/s (fixed with screws or other fasteners), door-knocker, alarm system, door bell, etc.

= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

* Access control.
* Digital door lock market.
* Door terminology.
* Doors.
* Entry control.
* Garage.
* Porch.
* Security and the built environment.
* Types of alarm.
* Types of door.
* Types of lock.

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