Door types for every kind of situation
Different parts of a property require different door solutions. A full-width wall of bi-fold glazing opening onto the garden serves a very different purpose from a fire-rated entrance door for an apartment. Most homeowners require a combination of door styles, each selected to suit a specific location and purpose within their property.
The Homeefe range covers bi-fold, French, patio, stable and fire doors, as well as porch installations, all built to the same security and weather performance standards we apply throughout our products. Each option is made to measure and fitted by our FENSA-registered team within a 50-mile radius of the Rushden showroom, with a 10-year guarantee.
The following is a brief overview of each door type and its typical application.
Bi-fold doors are made for wide openings that connect indoor and outdoor spaces. The aluminium frames fold back to one side in concertina sections, opening up the full width of a wall onto a garden, patio or extension. We fit Cortizo bi-fold systems with 55 mm slim sightlines, double or triple glazing, and configurations covering 2 to 6 panels up to 8 m wide. PAS 24 multi-point locking comes standard.
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A more traditional way to open onto a garden or patio. French doors use a hinged double-leaf design, usually with full-length glazing to each leaf. Our uPVC versions come with multi-point locking, laminated security glass, optional sidelights and a choice of inward or outward opening. They suit period properties where a bifold system might look out of place.
Sliding patio doors give you the largest single panel of glass available in the range. VEKA inline sliding profiles run on precision tracks so the door glides smoothly even at full weight. Double or triple glazed, with acoustic glass options for homes near busy roads, and low aluminium thresholds for step-through access.
A composite stable door splits horizontally into two sections, so you can open the top half for airflow while keeping the bottom locked. Useful for rear entrances used by families with children or pets, for kitchens that get hot in summer, or anywhere you want ventilation without compromising security or leaving the door fully open. Available in woodgrain or smooth finishes, with dual-colour options.
Fire doors are a legal requirement in flats, HMO properties and protected escape routes. Our FD30 composite models are tested to BS EN 1634, with PAS 24 hardware, self-closing devices and EI-rated glazing where required. When designed and fitted correctly, they provide 30 minutes of fire resistance to allow safe escape.
A porch provides shelter, storage and functional entrance at the front of the house. Our uPVC porch installations use VEKA steel-reinforced profiles with double or triple glazing for A-rated thermal efficiency. The build is FENSA-certified throughout.
The right door choice is usually determined by a handful of practical considerations.
Whichever door you choose, you can expect the same uncompromising standards of build quality, precision installation and professional service from our local in-house specialists.
Made to measure means we don’t fit standard sizes into oversized openings or pad gaps with silicone. Every door is built to the exact dimensions of the opening, with frame, threshold and glazing specified to the property.
Security comes with multi-point locking as standard, 3-Star cylinders on external doors, and PAS 24 plus Secured by Design certification available on most types. FENSA registration covers the installation itself, which means the work is certified for building regulations without local council involvement.
Energy efficiency is built in through modern glazing and warm-edge spacer bars that reduce condensation around the frame edges. Most door types achieve A-rated thermal performance with double glazing, and triple glazing pushes further for exposed positions or homes prioritising noise reduction.
We provide a consistent, fully managed service from the initial survey through to the completed installation.
It begins with a free home survey, where we take precise measurements and guide you through your options for style, colour, glazing and hardware. Following the survey, you’ll receive a clear, fixed-price quotation with a full itemised breakdown and no hidden costs. Installation is typically a one-day job for most door types, with the same team handling removal of the old door, the new fit, sealing and disposal.
Door installation across Northamptonshire and beyond
We fit doors within an 50 miles radius of Rushden, including Northampton, Wellingborough, Kettering, Bedford, Milton Keynes, Cambridge, Peterborough, Corby, Daventry, Higham Ferrers, Irthlingborough, Raunds, Towcester, St Neots, Rugby, Luton, Leicester and Hemel Hempstead. Coverage may vary by door type due to crew and vehicle requirements, but the vast majority of door types are available across the full area.
Supply-only delivery is available UK-wide if you’ve got your own installer lined up for any door type in the range.
Usually not for a straightforward replacement of a similar appearance. Extra controls may apply if your property is listed, in a conservation area or covered by an Article 4 Direction. Creating or widening an opening can also bring additional requirements, so check with your local planning authority if you're unsure.
It depends on what matters most to you. Bifolds can open up almost the full width, although more frame sections remain visible when closed. Sliding systems use larger panes of glass and offer slimmer sightlines, but part of the opening usually remains occupied by the panels.
Not necessarily. Security depends on the complete specification, including the locking system, hinges, cylinder, glazing and overall construction. uPVC, composite and aluminium products can all offer a high level of protection when properly specified and fitted.
For replacements in existing homes, 1.4 W/m²K or lower is the current limiting value in England. For new dwellings, the limiting value is 1.6 W/m²K. Our composite range achieves 0.86 W/m²K, while hybrid options start from 0.84 W/m²K, depending on the specification.
Yes. Dual-colour finishes are available across most of the range, allowing you to choose one colour for the outside and another for the inside.
Typical lead times are 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the type and specification. Bifolds are around 4 weeks, while composite and hybrid options are usually around 5 to 8 weeks. Installation itself is normally completed in one day once everything is ready.
Call 01933 456 567 or request a free, no-obligation quote. Visit our Rushden showroom to see colours, glazing and hardware up close. We install across Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire – and nearby towns within roughly 80 km of Rushden.
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