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Replacing damaged timber doors does not always mean losing the character and charm of an existing building. In this recent project, we manufactured and installed bespoke timber double doors for a traditional garden room or shed, carefully matching the original style while providing a fresh, durable finish.
The existing doors had suffered from significant rot and had reached the point where replacement was necessary. Rather than installing a modern off-the-shelf alternative, the new doors were carefully made to complement the existing structure, helping preserve the traditional appearance of the building.
The new double doors were purpose-built to suit the existing garden room, ensuring the proportions and style worked naturally with the building.
Bespoke timber doors are particularly well suited to traditional properties, garden rooms and outbuildings where maintaining the existing character is important. A made-to-measure approach also allows greater attention to detail, helping create a more accurate fit than a standard manufactured door.
The new doors replicate the traditional feel of the original installation while providing a completely refreshed appearance.
The previous doors had deteriorated over time, with rot affecting the timber and compromising both their appearance and condition. Timber exposed to the elements can eventually suffer from moisture-related deterioration, particularly when maintenance has been delayed or the material has reached the end of its usable life.
Replacing the rotten doors provided an opportunity to address the condition of the entrance while retaining the traditional character of the garden room.
The new timber construction gives the building a fresh appearance and provides a renewed, practical entrance designed to complement the existing structure.
One of the most distinctive aspects of this project was the decision to reuse the existing leaded traditional glass.
Rather than discarding this original feature, the glass was carefully incorporated into the new doors. This helped preserve an important element of the building’s character while allowing the entrance to benefit from newly constructed timber work.
Reusing original architectural features can make a significant difference when restoring older buildings and traditional outbuildings. The existing glass provides a visual link to the previous doors, helping the new installation feel authentic rather than completely new.
The doors were finished with new black ironmongery, providing a strong visual contrast against the stained timber.
Black door furniture is particularly effective when used with traditional timber because it adds definition without detracting from the natural appearance of the wood. The new ironmongery also gives the doors a cohesive and finished appearance, complementing the traditional design of the garden room.
Every detail was considered to ensure the replacement doors looked as though they belonged naturally to the existing building.
Once installed, the new timber doors were stained to match the existing timber work on the garden room. This was an important part of the project, helping the replacement doors blend seamlessly with the surrounding structure.
Matching the stain means the new doors do not appear out of place against the existing building. Instead, the entire garden room has a more consistent and refreshed appearance while retaining its established character.
This project is a great example of how traditional craftsmanship can be combined with careful restoration techniques to produce a practical and attractive result.
By manufacturing bespoke timber double doors, replacing the rotten originals, reusing the traditional leaded glass, installing new black ironmongery and staining the timber to match the existing building, we were able to give this garden room entrance a new lease of life without losing its character.
If your timber doors are showing signs of rot, deterioration or age, a bespoke replacement could provide the opportunity to improve their condition while retaining the traditional style of your property or garden building.
Contact us today to discuss your bespoke timber door requirements and find out how we can create a replacement that matches your existing building and preserves the character you want to keep.
