Archetech Issue 37 2018 | Page 60

URBAN FRONT We are very excited to be introducing a new steel door to our products later on this year with some exciting new textures and finishes including a rust, black, bronze finishes and leather options with sizes up to 2m wide. Available for delivery in early 2019. The past year has seen a real interest in ‘alternative’ finishes for doors and metal is right at the top of the list. • So in which situation does a metal door work? • • • • • Rendered homes with grey slate roofing and black, grey or rust windows Homes with an element of copper, stone, rust or steel cladding or trim Homes where an impact is needed for example if the frontage has no interest at all on the front and it needs an impact Homes with oversized doors which need a ‘wow’ factor steel reinforced natural hardwood doors entrance doors internal feature doors garage doors oversized doors passive house certified doors urbanfront.com [email protected] +44 (0)1494 778787 For beautifully handcrafted contemporary handles visit pushpull.co.uk • Homes with an architectural glazed wall How to choose the right finish for your door? • • A mood board would be a great idea here: this will help take into account external and internal finishes to make sure you get it right Marrying all the accessories around the door so that the whole thing works as a whole –includes the handle The texture of the finish can be quite impactful so making sure the texture works is also essential.  A contemporary building may look better with something that is a little more industrial Sample and more samples – making sure you have a big enough sample to really be aware of the impact the door will have Email  [email protected], call +44(0)1494 778787 or visit www.urbanfront.com