01 · OUTER SEAL
The first barrier
The outer seal meets the door as it closes, providing the first line of protection against the weather.
A real Spectrum installation · Hatfield Peverel, Essex
A pink Apeer 70 front door for this Hatfield Peverel home
An ageing, draughty uPVC door made way for a pink Apeer 70 composite door, finished with chrome architectural furniture and Apeer’s built-in Magic Wreath Kit.
A practical replacement with plenty of personality: twin decorative glazed panels, a matching pink frame and an autumn wreath to complete the entrance.
Location
Hatfield Peverel, Essex
Door system
Apeer 70 composite
Furniture
Chrome architectural
Finishing touch
Built-in Magic Wreath Kit
Before / after
Drag across the doorway to reveal the transformation. The original photographs have been aligned for comparison.
Why this door needed replacing
From a tired uPVC door to a welcoming entrance
The existing white uPVC front door at this Hatfield Peverel home was no longer working well and was letting in draughts. Its worn appearance also made the entrance look ready for a refresh.
We replaced it with an Apeer 70 composite door. The pink finish brings colour to the red-brick frontage, while the two tall decorative glass panels change the look of the doorway completely.
The replacement combines the homeowner’s chosen appearance with the Apeer 70’s double-rebated construction — a particularly relevant feature when replacing a draughty front door.
- Replaced
- Old white uPVC front door
- Installed
- Pink Apeer 70 composite door and matching frame
- Glazing
- Two decorative glazed panels
- Details
- Chrome handle, letterplate and ring knocker
The details on this installation
Chrome furniture against a soft pink finish
Chrome architectural furniture gives this door a coordinated finish. The lever handle and letterplate sit neatly against the pink door, with a chrome ring knocker above.
Together with the traditional lower panels and decorative glazing, these details give the replacement a classic front-door shape with a more individual colour choice. The matching frame completes the transformation around the opening.
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Made for the finishing touch
Apeer’s built-in Magic Wreath Kit
This door was supplied with Apeer’s built-in Magic Wreath Kit, and the finished photograph shows it dressed with an autumn wreath.
The system uses magnets concealed within the door’s core. The matching attachments fit to the wreath, allowing it to be displayed without drilling a hook into the door or using an over-door hanger.
The kit also includes rubber dots to help reduce movement and the chance of scratching. It is a useful detail for a homeowner who enjoys changing their wreath with the seasons while keeping the door’s finish looking its best.
Planning a similar door? Ask us to include the Magic Wreath Kit when specifying your Apeer door; availability and wreath position depend on the chosen design.
A practical upgrade for a draughty doorway
What does the Apeer 70 double rebate do?
A rebate is the stepped edge where the door closes against its frame. Apeer’s double-rebated design provides two sealing points: an outer seal and a secondary inner seal. This creates an additional barrier against wind and rain.
For this installation, that matters because draughts were one of the problems with the old uPVC door. The Apeer 70 combines its 70mm-thick composite door construction with that second seal to help improve protection at the entrance.
02 · INNER SEAL
A second sealing point
A secondary seal on the inside adds another barrier to air and moisture passing through the door-to-frame junction.
03 · THIS REPLACEMENT
More than a colour change
For this Hatfield Peverel home, the new door addresses a practical reason for replacing the old entrance as well as giving it a fresh appearance.
The installation in photographs
The original door and the finished result
Two views of the same entrance: the ageing white uPVC door before work and the completed pink Apeer 70 replacement.
Questions about this door replacement
Why was the old uPVC door replaced?
The door was no longer working well and was draughty. This project replaced it with a pink Apeer 70 composite front door, updating both the entrance’s appearance and its door specification.
Does this Apeer 70 door have a double rebate?
Yes. The Apeer 70 has a double-rebated construction, with outer and inner sealing points to provide an additional barrier against draughts and weather.
How is the wreath attached?
This installation includes Apeer’s built-in Magic Wreath Kit. Hidden magnets in the door work with the kit’s wreath attachments, so there is no need to drill a hook into the door.
Can Spectrum fit a similar door in Hatfield Peverel?
Yes. We supply and install composite doors in Hatfield Peverel. Tell us about your existing door and the colour, glazing and furniture you would like, and we can prepare a quotation for your home.
Inspired by this Hatfield Peverel project?
Let’s plan your replacement front door
If your old door is draughty, difficult to use or ready for a change, speak to Spectrum Glazing. We can help you choose an Apeer door, compare the finishes and include details such as chrome furniture and the Magic Wreath Kit in your quotation.