Fitting a cat flap in a PVC door - it's easier than you would think...
To all those out there that have worried about doing this type of thing, relax. I think the hardest part of the process was going shopping with my daughter to...
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FSC Compliance, What does FSC mean?
FSC stands for Forest Stewardship Council, it is primarily a force for good as far as sensible control of the worlds timber resources are concerned. One of the main suppliers...
Mortise 5 Lever Security Locks - Repair and Maintenance
This blog is designed to help you differentiate between a Sash Lock, dead lock, 5 lever lock, 3 lever lock, 3 lever dead lock and also to realise how to...
Scots Pine Trees - Used as Xmas trees and door frames
Scots pine trees are a versatile softwood tree that has numerous uses including as a "Christmas tree" not least as it retains its needles well, the history of xmas trees...
Decorating Doors and Door Maintenance
Knowing how to treat and decorate your door and carry our door maintenance is a very important factor in maximising its performance. Oak, Mahogany and Pine doors will last considerably...
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We have just launched our new look Facebook profile page for DirectDoors.com The page will be dedicated to providing our followers with up to date info on diy tips, new...
Interior Doors - A Brief History and Data
DX pine door at a great price I have tried in vain to discover when interior doors first appeared in any buildings, I was going to say “when did they...
Push Bars, Panic Bars, Crash Bars and Emergency Exit Doors
A crash bar (also known as a push bar, panic bar, exit device or panic device) is a mechanism for unlatching a door, consisting of a spring-loaded metal bar fixed...
Stormy Weather - Fallen Trees
This blog is becoming very therapeutic. I'm currently sitting in the lounge with the laptop on my knee and the ipad on the arm rest, this may be therapeutic for...
Famous Doorways & Entrances
The idea behind this blog was to encourage the reader to come up with "Famous Doorways" in their region or country. I personally started by looking at Edinburgh and decided...
Video on "How to fit a Letter Plate"
Video below not working? Your browser may not meet the minimum requirements to view YouTube videos. Please refer to this document for more information. How to fit a Letter Plate...
Video on "How to fit Glass to an Internal Door"
Video below not working? Your browser may not meet the minimum requirements to view YouTube videos. Please refer to this document for more information. How to fit Glass to an...