Frequently asked questions
High-quality installation is essential to ensure the proper functioning and energy efficiency of your front door.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!You can choose the standard door installation, where the space between the door frame and the wall is filled with polyurethane foam or other insulating material, while the frame is held in place with dowels and screws.
However, an increasing number of customers are choosing the recommended entrance door installation for energy efficiency according to RAL guidelines.
The recommended installation for energy efficiency according to RAL guidelines uses a system of sealing the space between the panel and the building at three levels – interior, intermediate and exterior.
An aluminum door can be cleaned with clean water and a drop of neutral or slightly alkaline pH cleaning product. Gently clean the surface using a soft cloth.
It is recommended to clean the door at a moderate temperature, below 25°C.
You will find more information on the maintenance of aluminum entrance doors in our guide.
The biometric reader motorized lock for automatic door locking and unlocking cannot be installed in a finished door. Due to the integrated electrical components and cables running through and out of the door, the complete production of a door with integrated biometrics requires a different type of manufacturing, where the door and the biometrics are built at the same time.
When purchasing a PORTEAL entrance door, you can also claim subsidies for security (RC2) and thermal insulation, or non-refundable benefits.
These benefits vary by country and even within each country. Contact our local business partners to learn more.
The front door of a passive house is a very important element, and only a high-quality product, installed by professionals, can achieve the desired insulation and sealing. Better insulation of the door is obtained if it does not have glass surfaces. If you choose a door model with glass surfaces, it is better to opt for a single large glass surface rather than several small glass surfaces.
In the thermal envelope of a building, windows and doors must have a thermal transmittance of Uw ≤ 0.90 W/(m²K) in accordance with the SIST EN 14351-1:2006+A2:2016 standard. They must be installed according to the three-level waterproofing principle, as defined in the RAL directive.
To learn more about insulation, check out our blog post.
The maximum width of a single-leaf door without extra charge for oversizing is 1,100 mm.
The maximum width of a single leaf door for which we offer a guarantee is 1400 mm.
The maximum width of a door without extra charge for oversizing is 2,250 mm.
The maximum width of a single leaf door that we offer a guarantee for is 2950mm.
To receive a quote, we advise you to start by measuring the opening (wall to wall) of your front door.
It is then recommended to use our online configuration to easily select your door model and personalize it by choosing your colors, windows and accessories. Once you have designed your door, with a simple click you can send a request to the business partner closest to you. He will write a general, non-binding estimate, with an image of the chosen door.
We also advise you to visit our partner’s showroom, where you will be shown a door model, all the possible options and the advantages of our aluminum entrance door.
If our quote suits you, you can organize the taking of measurements, ordering and installation of your door with our commercial partner.