Are external wood doors hollow or solid?

Our external timber doors are 100% solid Pacific Ash timber. It’s best to choose a solid material for your external doors for maximum security, resilience and insulation. Hollow core doors are less robust, and are easier for an intruder to kick in.

How do you protect external wood doors?

External timber doors require care and attention to keep them looking their best, and to get the most out of them. By following a few simple steps, you can ensure that your doors last for many years, both structurally and aesthetically. A simple first step is to make sure your doors have some overhead protection, and you should keep them clean by regularly wiping them down so that they don’t gather dust and moisture. Ensure they are thoroughly sealed all over, including the front and back faces and all four edges. Finally, every 12-18 months, you should give them a light sanding and reseal with a clear varnish or painted finish.

Can you paint external wood doors black?

No, we do not recommend this. For more information, please refer to our blog post: https://www.doorsplus.com.au/3-reasons-why-you-should-avoid-painting-external-doors-black/

Do external wood doors expand?

Yes, timber is a natural product that expands and contracts as temperatures rise and fall. External wood doors are likely to expand in Winter and contract or shrink in Summer. This is one of the main reasons that we advise against painting your exterior doors black. You can find more information about this here: https://www.doorsplus.com.au/3-reasons-why-you-should-avoid-painting-external-doors-black/

How much does it cost to install an external wood door and frame?

This will depend on the size and configuration of your doors (single or double, with or without side panels), and on whether you need any adjustments to the existing framework. Our Pacific Ash timber doors can be trimmed to fit your existing framework, but we can also install new framework if required. We can deliver and install your doors for you, and this will all be included in your quote up front. The cost will also depend on whether you want us to paint or stain your doors for you, or supply them raw. Our qualified and experienced carpenters are both highly skilled and efficient at what they do, and will ensure a professional finish, without the fuss.

How long does it take to install an exterior wood door?

This will depend on the size and configuration of your doors (single or double, with or without side panels), and on whether you need any adjustments to the existing framework. Our Pacific Ash timber doors can be trimmed to fit your existing framework, but we can also install new framework if required. Our qualified and experienced carpenters are both highly skilled and efficient at what they do, and will ensure a professional finish, without the fuss. They will also be happy to answer any questions as they go along.

Can an exterior wood door be trimmed?

Yes, our solid Pacific Ash timber exterior doors can be trimmed and then re-sanded and sealed, as required. Unlike other door retailers, at Doors Plus all of our solid timber exterior doors can be trimmed up to 20 mm per edge and still remain under warranty.

External Solid Timber Doors

Timber doors bring their natural elegance and warmth to your home, and are a great choice for complementing both traditional and contemporary styles. Incorporating glass gives you the benefit of the rich character of natural timber, while inviting an uplifting flow of natural light into your rooms and hallways. We have solid and glazed timber ranges for front doors, back doors, side, laundry and garage entrances, in both single and double configurations. You can even add matching side panels, for a real statement entrance.

Our timber doors are made from 100% solid Pacific Ash timber from a sustainable source. Not only are they naturally beautiful and stately, but these doors are strong and durable and can be re-sanded as required. All of our timber is quarter sawn, not face cut, which makes the wood more stable and gives it a straighter grain. Quarter sawn wood has much less tendency to cup, bend and warp, so your doors can stand up to the elements and will continue to look their best for years to come.

As well as classic hinged options, we have folding, sliding and stacking timber solutions to open up your living area onto a patio or verandah, so that you can enjoy flexible living and get the benefit of your outside space all year round.With a choice of designs and finish options, timber doors are effortlessly versatile at fitting in with your style and enhancing your home from every angle.

Discover our extensive collections of solid and glazed timber doors at your nearest showroom.

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A classic choice

For traditional solid timber doors, with all the character and charm of natural Pacific Ash, our Balmain range offers a choice of panelled door designs. Optional moulding adds depth and detail to these elegant doors, for a classic and welcoming entrance that’s in-keeping with your traditional home.

Solid timber with uplifting glass

Our Pyrmont collection of solid timber doors offers a combination of traditional designs and a wide range of glazing options. From clear or translucent to decorative and leadlight, the classic elegance of solid timber is showcased and enhanced by your choice of glass.

Distinctive design that sets the tone

The Claremont collection offers traditional designs that are rich with character. Solid Pacific Ash timber is combined with clear, translucent or decorative glass in a choice of 6 designs, including quintessential French and elegant Victorian styles in single or double configurations.

Solid timber with contemporary edge

To create a statement entrance for your home, consider the Eden and Arcadia collections of contemporary solid timber doors. There are multiple sleek designs to choose from, with the option of clear or translucent glass to allow an uplifting flow of light into your home. Choose single or double doors in a range or widths from 820 – 1200, you can also incorporate matching glass side panels for an extra striking finish.

Slick & slimline

For solid timber at its most slick and contemporary, the Hartley range offers 3 different designs that combine Pacific Ash with slimline glass panels. The doors can be stained or left raw to be painted in your chosen colour, and the glass uplifts your interior with natural light. Choose single or double doors, and optional matching side panels, to create a unique look.

A solid defence

Our exclusive Guardian 2in1 security screen door showcases solid timber at its most secure and robust. The integrated aluminium screen combines with a hinged panel of Doors Plus SafeGlass to give you both flexibility and security. You can open the glass window to let in the breeze without leaving your home exposed, and it also allows you to safely check who’s outside before you open the door.

A taste of al fresco

Our stunning Panoramic range of solid timber doors invites you to transform the back or side of your home with a wall to wall set of folding, sliding or stacking doors. Large glass panels flood your home with natural light, making it feel more spacious and airy, and when you open up your doors you can let your living and entertaining areas flow seamlessly between inside and out.