When choosing a new door for your home, you will often have two choices: a bespoke door or an off-the-shelf door.
But what is the difference, and which one is right for your home?
What is an off-the-shelf door?
An off-the-shelf door is made to a standard size and is usually produced in large quantities.
There are many different styles and materials available, so they can be a good choice if you have a standard-sized doorway and want a door that is readily available.
The main limitation is that you are restricted to the sizes, designs and finishes available from the manufacturer.
What is a bespoke door?
A bespoke door is made specifically for your property.
Instead of choosing a standard size, the door is manufactured to fit your individual opening. You can also have much more control over the design and finish.
You can choose the timber, style, glazing, panels, mouldings, hardware and finish to create a door that is unique to your home.
A better fit
One of the biggest advantages of a bespoke door is that it can be made to suit the existing opening.
This can be particularly useful with older properties, where door openings are often different from modern standard sizes.
Rather than trying to make a standard door fit, a bespoke door can be made to the measurements required.
More choice
With an off-the-shelf door, your choices are limited to what the manufacturer produces.
With a bespoke door, there is much more freedom.
You can choose the type of timber, the design, the glazing and the finish. You can also choose the door furniture and other details to create the look you want.
For example, a traditional property may suit a solid European oak door with traditional detailing, while a modern home may look better with a simple design and larger areas of glass.
Quality and craftsmanship
Bespoke doors are made individually rather than mass produced.
At LSC Joinery & Manufacturing, we manufacture bespoke timber doors to our customers’ requirements, using quality materials such as solid European oak and Accoya.
Every door can be made to suit the property, the opening and the customer’s chosen design.
Which should you choose?
An off-the-shelf door can be a good option if you have a standard-sized opening and are happy with an existing design.
However, if you want something made specifically for your home, a bespoke door gives you far more choice.
You are not limited to a standard size or design. The door can be made around your requirements.
Looking for a bespoke exterior door?
At LSC Joinery & Manufacturing, we make bespoke timber doors and frames to suit individual properties.
If you are looking for a new solid oak or Accoya exterior door, get in touch with us today for a free quotation.
