A good door should do more than simply open and close. It should look right, feel secure, perform well and suit the way you use your home.
At Mendip Conservatories, we supply and install replacement doors across Bristol, Bath, North Somerset and the surrounding areas, including Clevedon, Portishead, Nailsea, Weston-super-Mare, Congresbury, Yatton and nearby villages.
We focus on the door types our customers most commonly need: composite front doors, PVCu front and back doors, French doors, patio doors, aluminium bifold doors and aluminium patio doors.
Whether you are replacing a tired front door, improving the back of your home, adding French doors to a conservatory or opening up a kitchen, orangery or extension with aluminium bifolds, we can help you choose the right option.
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Replacement doors for local homes
Choosing a new door is partly about appearance, but it is also about security, insulation, day-to-day use and long-term reliability.
Some customers want a smart new front door to improve kerb appeal. Others need a practical back door, a pair of French doors into the garden, a sliding patio door, or a wide aluminium bifold door to open up a living space.
We can advise on the best option for your home, taking into account:
- security
- insulation
- frame material
- colour and finish
- glazing options
- handles and hardware
- thresholds
- ventilation
- access requirements
- how the door will be used day to day
We install doors as standalone replacements and as part of wider conservatory, orangery, window or extension projects.
Composite front doors
Composite doors are one of the most popular choices for front doors because they combine security, insulation and attractive design.
A composite front door can give your home a strong first impression while also improving comfort and peace of mind. They are available in a wide range of colours, styles, glazing options and hardware choices, so the finished door can be traditional, contemporary or somewhere in between.
Composite doors are a good choice if you want:
- a secure front door
- a solid, substantial feel
- good insulation
- low maintenance
- a wide choice of colours
- traditional or modern designs
- decorative glazing options
- smart handles, knockers and letterplates
- improved kerb appeal
If you are looking for composite doors in Bristol, Bath or North Somerset, we can help you choose a design that suits both your home and your budget.
PVCu front and back doors
PVCu doors remain a practical and cost-effective option for many homes.
They are low maintenance, energy efficient and available in a variety of styles. PVCu can work well for front doors, back doors, side doors, utility doors, garage access doors and conservatory doors.
A PVCu door may be the right choice if you want:
- a practical replacement door
- good value
- low maintenance
- a clean appearance
- reliable everyday use
- a range of glazing options
- a choice of colours and finishes
- a door that matches existing PVCu windows
PVCu front and back doors are often chosen where customers want a straightforward, sensible and durable replacement without the cost of a more premium entrance door.
French doors
French doors are a classic choice for opening out to a garden, patio, conservatory or orangery.
They work well where you want a traditional appearance and a clear opening without needing a full bifold system. French doors can be used in conservatories, extensions, kitchen diners, living rooms and garden rooms.
French doors may be suitable if you want:
- a simple double-door opening
- a traditional look
- good garden access
- a practical alternative to sliding patio doors
- matching side panels if required
- a door style that suits conservatories and orangeries
We can supply and install PVCu French doors as part of a wider project or as a standalone door replacement.
Patio doors
Patio doors are a popular choice where you want lots of glass but do not want the doors to open into the room or out onto the patio.
Sliding patio doors can be especially useful where space is limited, because the panels slide rather than swing. They can create a wide glazed opening and make a room feel lighter without needing the full opening width of a bifold door.
Patio doors may be a good option if you want:
- large areas of glass
- easy garden access
- a space-saving door style
- a practical alternative to French doors
- a clean, simple appearance
- more natural light into the room
We install patio doors for homes across Bristol, Bath, North Somerset and the surrounding areas.
Aluminium bifold doors
Aluminium bifold doors are a strong choice where you want to open up the back of a house, conservatory, orangery or extension.
They allow multiple panels to fold back, creating a wide opening between the inside and outside. This can work particularly well for kitchens, dining rooms, garden rooms and modern glazed extensions.
Aluminium is often chosen for bifold doors because it offers slim sightlines, strength and a clean contemporary appearance.
Aluminium bifold doors may be suitable if you want:
- a wide opening to the garden
- slim modern frames
- strong, durable door panels
- a contemporary finish
- a choice of colours
- flexible opening configurations
- a premium look for a kitchen, orangery or extension
In some cases, fitting bifold doors involves widening an existing opening or creating a new structural opening. Where that is required, Building Regulations and structural support will need to be considered. We can advise on this during the survey stage.
Aluminium patio and sliding doors
Aluminium patio doors are a good alternative to bifold doors where you want large glass panels and slim frames, but do not necessarily need the whole opening to fold back.
Sliding aluminium doors can look clean and modern, with large panes of glass and easy access to the garden. They can work particularly well in contemporary extensions, aluminium conservatories, orangeries and garden-facing rooms.
Aluminium patio doors may be the better choice if you want:
- larger glass panels
- slim sightlines
- a modern appearance
- smooth sliding operation
- strong aluminium frames
- less frame interruption than some door styles
- a practical alternative to bifold doors
We can talk through the difference between aluminium bifold doors and aluminium sliding patio doors so you can choose the option that best suits your home.
Which door is right for you?
The best door depends on where it is going and how you want to use it.
As a simple guide:
Choose a composite door if you want a secure, attractive and substantial front door.
Choose a PVCu front or back door if you want a practical, cost-effective and low-maintenance replacement.
Choose French doors if you want a traditional double-door opening into the garden or conservatory.
Choose patio doors if you want a space-saving sliding option with plenty of glass.
Choose aluminium bifold doors if you want to open up a large section of the room to the garden.
Choose aluminium patio doors if you want a modern sliding door with slim frames and large glass panels.
We will explain the options clearly and recommend a door that suits your home, rather than pushing one product for every situation.
Security, insulation and finish
A replacement door should feel secure, close properly and help reduce draughts.
We can advise on security, locking, glazing, thresholds, ventilation and energy performance, as well as the practical details that affect day-to-day use.
Depending on the door type, you can choose from a range of:
- colours
- handles
- letterplates
- knockers
- glazing designs
- obscure glass options
- thresholds
- side panels
- fanlights
- frame finishes
Small details make a big difference to the finished look, especially on front doors and garden-facing doors.
Doors for Bristol, Bath and North Somerset homes
We install replacement doors across Bristol, Bath, North Somerset and the surrounding areas.
That includes Clevedon, Portishead, Nailsea, Weston-super-Mare, Congresbury, Yatton, Backwell, Winscombe, Cheddar, South Gloucestershire and West Wiltshire.
Whether you are searching for composite doors Bristol, PVCu doors Bristol, French doors Bristol, patio doors Bristol or aluminium bifold doors Bristol, our local team can help.
We are based at Smallway, Congresbury, between Bristol and Weston-super-Mare, and you are welcome to contact us for free advice and a no-obligation quotation.
Request a free door quote
If you are considering a new composite door, PVCu front or back door, French door, patio door, aluminium bifold door or aluminium sliding door, we would be happy to help.
Call our local team on 01934 877 666 or complete our contact form to arrange free advice and a no-obligation quotation.
Frequently asked questions
Do you install composite front doors?
Yes. We install composite front doors across Bristol, Bath, North Somerset and the surrounding areas.
Do you install PVCu back doors?
Yes. We install PVCu front doors, back doors and side doors, either as standalone replacements or as part of a wider window, conservatory or extension project.
Do you install French doors?
Yes. We install PVCu French doors for conservatories, orangeries, extensions and garden-facing rooms.
What is the difference between French doors and patio doors?
French doors usually open on hinges like a pair of double doors. Patio doors usually slide, making them useful where space is limited or where you want a wider glazed area.
Are aluminium bifold doors better than PVCu bifolds?
Aluminium bifold doors are usually chosen for slimmer frames, strength and a more modern appearance. PVCu can still be a good practical option, but aluminium is often preferred for larger or more contemporary openings.
Do bifold doors need Building Regulations?
The doors themselves are one part of the project. If you are widening an opening or creating a new structural opening, Building Regulations and structural support will usually need to be considered. We can advise during survey.
Can you replace doors as part of a conservatory refurbishment?
Yes. We can replace doors as part of a conservatory refurbishment, replacement roof project, orangery, extension or wider window and door upgrade.