External Timber Doors

If you’re looking for a traditional, natural finish for the exterior of your home, external timber doors are a great choice. Known for their character, warmth and classic appearance, timber doors are suited to both modern and period properties when chosen, installed and maintained correctly.

At Door Warehouse, we offer expert advice on a wide range of exterior doors, including external oak doors, and modern alternatives such as composite systems. Whether you’re upgrading your front door, replacing a back door, or exploring bespoke options, our team will help you find the right solution for your home.

While timber doors offer undeniable visual appeal, it’s important to understand how they perform in real-world conditions and whether they’re the best long-term option for your property. That’s where our honest, experience-led approach makes the difference.

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Why Choose External Timber Doors?

One of the biggest reasons homeowners choose external timber doors is their natural appearance. The grain, texture and finish of real wood create a timeless aesthetic that’s difficult to replicate with other materials. Our showroom has plenty of options on offer, so you can view the materials in person before making your choice.

Whether you’re considering a traditional oak door or a painted timber finish, wooden doors bring natural character and warmth to any entrance. They are especially popular in period homes, cottage-style properties, and as traditional front doors, where their classic appearance complements the property’s overall style. When you choose a timber external door, you can switch things up. Being able to paint or stain a door to your own preference is what draws many to this flexible option.

Fully Customisable Designs

Timber doors offer a high level of design flexibility and bespoke options, allowing you to customise everything from paint or stain finishes to glazing styles, ironmongery, hardware, and panel configurations. This makes them perfect if you are looking for a bespoke or made-to-measure solution. For older homes or heritage-style properties in particular, timber front doors often provide the most appropriate aesthetic, helping to maintain the building’s original character while still allowing modern upgrades such as improved glazing and enhanced locking systems. If you would like advice or help regarding your new timber door, our team are on hand to help, either at the end of the phone or at our showroom in Deeside.

Types of External Timber Doors

At Door Warehouse, we help customers explore a wide range of external timber door options, from traditional designs through to more modern engineered solutions. Our engineered timber doors are designed to improve stability by combining multiple layers of wood, reducing the risk of warping or movement over time while offering greater durability and resistance to expansion and contraction.

Timber doors can also be paired with a variety of glazing options, allowing natural light to enter your home without losing that classic, traditional appearance. Whether you prefer decorative glass panels, frosted or obscure glazing for added privacy, or partially and fully glazed designs, there are plenty of ways to tailor the look and feel of your door. If you’re considering glazed options, you can explore more styles and ideas on our glass doors page.

Timber front doors are all about kerb appeal, creating a strong first impression and playing a key role in your home’s overall look. They often feature decorative panels or glazing, high-quality finishes, secure locking systems, and custom hardware to enhance both style and security. Timber back doors, on the other hand, are typically more functional in design, built for ease of use and everyday access to outdoor spaces. They are usually simpler styles with larger glazed sections, allowing more natural light into the home while remaining practical for daily use.

Timber vs Composite Doors

Timber doors are often chosen for their aesthetic appeal and traditional look, offering a high level of customisation. They do require ongoing maintenance and can be affected by changing weather conditions over time if not cared for correctly. Composite doors, on the other hand, are designed with performance and durability in mind. They require minimal maintenance, provide excellent insulation and security, and are far more resistant to warping and weather-related damage. As a result, many homeowners choose composite doors as a modern alternative to external timber doors, particularly for front entrances where efficiency and security are a priority. Or if you simply do not have the time to keep up with timber door maintenance. At Door Warehouse, we always provide honest, practical advice, even if that means recommending a better-performing option for your home.

Made-to-Measure Timber Doors

Every property is different, which is why we offer made-to-measure timber doors tailored to your exact requirements. Whether you need bespoke sizing, custom glazing designs, unique finishes, or solutions for non-standard openings, we can help create a door that fits perfectly. In many cases, we can even provide a quote from photos, making the process quick and convenient.

At Door Warehouse, we also provide a complete supply-and-fit service for all exterior doors, ensuring everything is handled professionally from start to finish. This includes expert advice, professional installation, and all materials checked on the day of fitting, along with the removal and disposal of your old door and full aftercare support. All work is carried out by experienced joiners, and for added peace of mind, we offer a 10-year guarantee on both materials and installation.

Why Choose Door Warehouse?

Door Warehouse are a trusted local business built on quality, service, and long-term customer care. From our showroom near Chester, we offer a complete supply-and-fit service backed by honest, non-pushy advice and experienced installers you can rely on. Every project is approached with care, offering made-to-measure solutions, strong aftercare support, and a reputation built over 25 years. We focus on doing the job properly.

If you’re considering external timber doors or exploring alternative options, visiting our showroom is the best place to start. It gives you the opportunity to see different styles and materials up close, compare timber, composite and aluminium doors, get expert guidance from our team, and talk through your project in detail. We cover Deeside, Chester and surrounding areas, typically within a 25-mile radius, providing a reliable and personal service from start to finish.

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Why Homeowners Trust Door Warehouse

Outstanding customer service

We’re proud of our reputation for friendly, professional service, with many customers praising our team from first consultation to final installation.

10 year guarantee

Every door and window is backed by our trusted 10 year guarantee, giving customers lasting confidence in quality and durability.

Expert installation

Our installers work with care and precision, leaving every home completely spotless and every project finished to the highest standard.

Extensive product range

We oﬀer a wide choice of doors, windows and stair parts, selected for quality and durability. With over 30 years’ experience, we help you find the perfect fit for your home.