Aluminium Doors in Enfield: Front, French, Patio, Bi-Fold and Internal Doors

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We supply and install aluminium doors for homes across Enfield and nearby North London: front and back doors, French doors, sliding patio doors, bi-fold doors and internal Crittall-style doors. This page helps you choose the right type and shows what each typically costs.

Anthracite grey aluminium front door with sidelight on a brick house in Enfield

Which aluminium door is right for your home?

Aluminium external doors are the doors in your outside walls. You may also see them called exterior or entrance doors. Internal doors divide rooms inside the house. We supply both.

  • Front and back doors. Aluminium front doors suit contemporary homes and modern extensions. Many take side panels and top lights.
  • French doors. Two hinged panels with slim frames.
  • Sliding patio doors. Panels slide on tracks. They suit medium openings and slim sightlines.
  • Bi-fold doors. Panels fold back to clear a wide opening.
  • Pivot doors. The door turns on a pivot instead of side hinges. They suit wide, statement entrances.
  • Crittall-style doors. A slim frame with a grid of small panes, for external or internal use.
  • Internal doors. Slim glazed doors and screens that share light between rooms.
Types of aluminium door: front, French, sliding, bi-fold, pivot and Crittall-style

Insulated aluminium roller garage doors are covered on our garage doors page.

What to look for in an aluminium front door

The build varies by system. Some doors are aluminium-framed with insulated panels or glass. Others use an aluminium-faced door leaf with an insulated core. Ask which one you are being quoted.

Security depends on the whole door, not just the frame material. Check these:

  • Multipoint locking that secures the door at several points.
  • An anti-snap cylinder, ideally 3-star (TS007) rated.
  • Strong hinges with hinge bolts.
  • Laminated glass in any glazed panels. It holds together if it breaks.
  • Independent testing. Ask whether the door system has been tested to PAS 24.

For light and privacy, you can add sidelights and top lights. Obscure or frosted glass keeps the hallway private without losing daylight.

Aluminium, composite or uPVC front door?

  • Aluminium: the slimmest frames and the biggest glazed areas. It gives the most contemporary look. It costs more.
  • Composite: a traditional or modern look, often with a woodgrain finish. It costs less than aluminium and insulates well. See our composite doors page.
  • uPVC: the lowest cost and perfectly adequate for many homes.
Aluminium, composite and uPVC front doors compared

Choose aluminium for a contemporary look, large glass, side panels or a pivot entrance. Choose composite for a traditional look at a lower price, especially on period homes. Choose uPVC when budget comes first.

Slim frames, thermal breaks and keeping warm

Aluminium conducts heat, so good doors include a thermal break. This is a strip of insulating material between the inner and outer parts of the frame. Combined with insulated panels or double glazed units, it limits heat loss.

Replacement external doors must meet current energy rules. Ask for the door’s specification in writing so you can compare quotes like for like.

Cross-section of an aluminium door frame showing the thermal break

Colours and finishes

Aluminium is powder-coated, which bakes the colour onto the surface. You can choose from the wide RAL colour range.

  • Popular colours: anthracite grey, black and white.
  • Heritage colours: dark green, cream and deep blue.
  • Dual colour: one colour outside and another inside.
  • Wood-effect finishes: available on some systems.
  • Hardware: black, chrome and brushed steel to match.
aluminium-door-colours-and-finishes

Heritage and Crittall-style aluminium doors

Crittall is a brand known for slim steel frames. “Crittall-style” now describes any slim metal frame with a grid of small panes.

Aluminium gives you the look at a lower cost than steel, with better insulation. Heritage aluminium systems add Georgian bars and traditional profiles.

These doors suit 1930s semis and Edwardian homes across Southgate, Winchmore Hill and Palmers Green. They also work well on a modern rear extension, where the slim black frame contrasts with the older brickwork.

Internal aluminium doors

Internal aluminium doors let light travel between rooms. They suit hallways, kitchen-diners, home offices and utility rooms. Internal doors need no weather protection, so single glazing is usual. Hinged, sliding and pivot options are available, with fixed screens and top lights.

Two points to know:

  • Sound. Glazed doors separate sound less well than solid doors. Laminated glass helps.
  • Fire. Aluminium internal doors are not fire doors by default. A certified fire-rated door set is needed where fire protection is required, such as between an integral garage and the house or in some loft conversions. Building control can confirm this.
Black Crittall-style aluminium internal doors between a hallway and living room

Replacing external doors: what to check first

  • Same size, same place. This does not normally need planning permission. It is still notifiable work under building regulations. Your installer must either be registered with a competent person scheme or submit a building control application. Ask for the certificate afterwards.
  • Check first if your home is: listed, in a conservation area, or under an Article 4 direction. Listed buildings need listed building consent. An Article 4 direction can require permission even to replace a door.
  • Moving the door or changing its size. This can need planning permission. A new or widened opening also needs structural approval under building regulations.

Looking after aluminium doors

Wipe the frame with warm soapy water. Avoid abrasive pads and solvents, which can scratch the finish. Keep drainage slots in the frame and threshold clear. Lubricate hinges, locks and hardware once or twice a year. Check the seals now and then.

How much do aluminium doors cost?

Aluminium door prices typically fall in these ranges when supplied and fitted. Your price depends on the door, the glazing and your opening, so these figures are a guide, not a quote.

  • Aluminium front or back door: about £1,500 to £4,000
  • Aluminium French doors: about £2,500 to £5,500
  • Aluminium sliding patio doors, two panels: about £1,500 to £5,000.
  • Crittall-style door or pair: about £2,000 to £3,500

For comparison, composite front doors typically cost about £900 to £2,000, and uPVC about £600 to £1,400.

What moves the price:

  • Size and glazing. Larger doors and extra glass cost more.
  • Side panels and top lights. Each adds material and fitting time.
  • Hardware and finish. Upgraded locks, custom colours and dual colours add cost.
  • Opening preparation. Repairs to the frame or opening affect the price.

The only reliable price comes from a survey of your opening.

Frequently asked questions

Many aluminium front doors can take an electronic lock alongside the multipoint lock. Check your insurance policy first. Some insurers specify which lock types they accept, so confirm in writing before you order. Letterboxes, spyholes and house numbers can be fitted on most front doors too.

Yes. Specify the same RAL colour and sheen. Matching is trickier across different materials, because uPVC foils and powder coating reflect light differently. View samples against your windows in daylight. Mixed uPVC windows and aluminium doors are common on extensions.

Aluminium does not rust like steel. Powder coating resists fading and chipping, though harsh conditions can slowly dull it. Frames commonly last 30 years or more with basic care. Seals, handles and locks wear sooner and can be replaced.

Yes. Aluminium is strong but not dent-proof, and a hard knock can mark a frame. Light scratches can often be touched up with matching paint. Deeper damage may need a replacement section or a re-spray. Ask for a small pot of your colour at handover.

Often yes, but flats have extra rules. Check your lease and get consent from the freeholder or management company. The entrance door to a flat in a block often needs to be a certified fire door, which many aluminium doors are not. Planning permission may be needed if the appearance changes.

Get a Free Aluminium Door Quote in Enfield

Tell us which door you need and the size of the opening, or send a photo. We will recommend the right style and give a clear price after a free survey.

We cover Enfield, including EN1, EN2, EN3, N9, N13, N14, N18 and N21, and nearby areas such as Barnet, Southgate and Palmers Green. Call, WhatsApp or use the form below.

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