Composite Residential Door Outer Frame - Composite Door Frame
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PAS 24
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A 70 mm PVC-U outer frame system designed for composite doors, offering enhanced thermal performance, security, and compatibility with multiple door styles for residential and commercial use.
Application
The Composite Door Outer Frame is suitable for a wide range of architectural applications where secure, thermally efficient, and low-maintenance door framing is required. Its 70 mm PVC-U construction, compatibility with composite door leaves, and flexible configuration options make it ideal for both new-build and refurbishment projects.
New-Build Residential Developments
Ideal for houses, apartments, and townhouses, the frame provides a robust and thermally efficient solution for front and rear entrance doors. Its wide colour range and profile options support varied design schemes.
Social Housing and Affordable Housing Schemes
In high-volume housing projects, the frame offers a cost-effective, durable, and secure solution that meets the performance and compliance needs of local authorities and housing associations.
Refurbishment and Retrofit Projects
The frame is well-suited to replacing outdated timber or metal door frames, offering improved thermal performance, security, and aesthetics with minimal maintenance requirements.
Public Sector Buildings
For schools, healthcare facilities, and other civic buildings, the frame provides a reliable, low-maintenance solution that supports accessibility and long-term performance in high-traffic environments.
Commercial Entrances and Mixed-Use Developments
In retail, office, and mixed-use buildings, the frame supports secure and visually appealing entrances, with compatibility for side panels and top lights to suit larger openings.
High-Traffic and Multi-Residential Buildings
The frame’s robust PVC-U construction and weather resistance make it ideal for apartment blocks, student accommodation, and other multi-residential settings where durability is essential.
Description
A High-Performance PVC-U Outer Frame System for Composite Door Installations
The Composite Door Outer Frame is a robust 70 mm PVC-U framing system engineered to support the installation of composite door leaves across a wide range of residential and commercial applications. Designed for compatibility with multiple door styles and hardware options, it delivers excellent thermal insulation, structural integrity, and long-term durability.
Manufactured by Epwin Window Systems, the frame is available in a wide range of colours and finishes, and is suitable for both new-build and refurbishment projects.
Design & Aesthetic Excellence
The Composite Door Outer Frame is designed to complement a wide variety of composite door styles, offering clean sightlines and a choice of finishes to suit both traditional and contemporary schemes.
- 70 mm frame depth for compatibility with standard composite door leaves
- Available in bevelled and sculptured profile options
- Wide range of colour and woodgrain-effect finishes
- Dual-colour options for internal/external contrast
- Compatible with sidelights and top lights
- Low threshold options for accessibility
This flexibility ensures the frame can be used across a broad spectrum of architectural styles and property types.
Thermal Performance & Energy Efficiency
The frame is engineered to enhance the thermal performance of composite door installations, helping to reduce heat loss and improve energy efficiency.
- Multi-chambered PVC-U profile for improved insulation
- Supports U-values as low as 1.0 W/m²K (when used with appropriate door leaf and glazing)
- Co-extruded gaskets for airtightness
- Supports compliance with Approved Document L
These features contribute to improved occupant comfort and reduced energy consumption.
Security & Compliance
The Composite Door Outer Frame is designed to meet modern security standards when used with compatible composite door leaves and hardware.
- PAS 24:2016 capable (when tested as a complete doorset)
- Secured by Design compliant (subject to specification)
- Internally glazed for added security
- Compatible with multi-point locking systems
- Compliant with Approved Documents Q (Security), L (Thermal), and M (Access)
This ensures the frame supports secure and regulation-compliant installations.
Durability & Low Maintenance
Manufactured from high-quality, lead-free PVC-U, the frame offers long-term durability with minimal maintenance. It is resistant to weathering, warping, and discolouration.
- UV-stable and weather-resistant surface finish
- Easy to clean and maintain
- Long service life with minimal upkeep
- Backed by manufacturer warranties
This makes it ideal for high-traffic residential and commercial environments.
Construction & Configuration
- 70 mm PVC-U outer frame system
- Available in bevelled and sculptured profiles
- Internally glazed
- Compatible with composite door leaves, sidelights, and top lights
- Low threshold options available
- Suitable for single and double door configurations
This modular design allows the frame to be tailored to a wide range of installation requirements.
Sustainability
The Composite Door Outer Frame supports sustainable construction through energy efficiency, recyclability, and responsible manufacturing.
- Fully recyclable PVC-U profiles
- Manufactured in the UK to ISO 14001 environmental standards
- Supports BREEAM and other sustainability targets
- Long lifespan reduces environmental impact
Applications
The Composite Door Outer Frame is suitable for:
- New-build residential developments
- Social housing and affordable housing schemes
- Refurbishment and retrofit projects
- Public sector buildings such as schools and healthcare facilities
- Commercial entrances and mixed-use developments
- High-traffic and multi-residential buildings
Digital Specification Support
To support digital workflows and specification platforms, the Composite Door Outer Frame is available with:
- NBS Chorus-compatible specification data
- BIM object availability (Revit, IFC, DWG)
- COBie-compliant data
- Full technical documentation including datasheets, test reports, and installation guides
Why Specify the Composite Door Outer Frame?
- 70 mm PVC-U frame compatible with a wide range of composite doors
- Supports U-values as low as 1.0 W/m²K
- PAS 24 and Secured by Design capable
- Available in bevelled and sculptured profiles
- Wide range of colours and finishes
- Durable, low-maintenance construction
- Suitable for new-build and refurbishment projects
- Backed by Epwin’s technical support and warranties
General information
Color | White Cream Brown Grey Manufacturer guidanceColour swatch booklets are available upon request. |
Material | Steel Aluminium PVC-U |
Shape | Rectangle |
Length | 2010 mm |
Warranty description | Ten year |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | L20/480 Doorsets L20/55 Doorsets |
Specification data - Composite doorsets
Classification data | |
Standard | To BS 6375-1 and BS 7412. |
Configuration | Single leaf, open in. Single leaf, open out. |
Performance | |
Intruder resistance | |
Minimum requirement | PAS 24. |
Frame | |
Threshold | 70 mm depth outer frames. |
Door leaf | |
Thickness | Insert requirement. Guidance for specification option: 24–46 mm. |
Core | Glass reinforced plastic. PVC-Polycarbonate. Stell skinned composite. |
Glazing | |
Manifestation | Not required. Georgian bars. Leaded glass. Patterned glass. |
Colour | |
External | Agate grey RAL 7038. Anteak. Anthracite grey RAL 7016. Anthracite grey RAL 7016. Basalt grey RAL 7012. Black brown. Black Ulti-Mat. Buckingham Grey RAL 7005. Chartwell Green BS14C35. Claystone. Cream RAL 9001. Dark Green RAL 6009. Dark Red RAL 3011. Flemish Gold Smooth. Hazy Grey Finesse RAL 7001. Honey Oak Super Matt. Irish Oak. Kensington Grey RAL 7037. Pebble Grey RAL 7032. Pyrite. Rosewood RAL 8017. Sage Smooth. Silver D Smooth. Slate Grey RAL 7015. Slate Grey Finesse RAL 7015. Steel Blue RAL 5011. Swamp Oak. White RAL 9010. Windsor. Manufacturer guidanceNote that the RAL colours listed are not exact matches; the manufacturer recommends that the colour match is checked prior to use to ensure suitability. Colour swatch booklets are available upon request. |
Hardware | 10 inch gold letter box. 10 inch silver letterbox. 12 inch chrome letterbox. Aluminium door knocker. Brass or chrome viewers. Lever/ Lever handles. Lever/ Pad handles. |
Locking | High security multi-point locking system. Guidance for specification option: Available in white or brown. |
Security level | PAS 24. |
Third-party certification | Kitemark™ Certificate to BS EN 12608. |
Sustainability data
Country of material origin | United Kingdom |
Country of product manufacture | United Kingdom |
Manufacturing plant location | |
Material | Steel Aluminium PVC-U |
Recyclability | Manufacturer guidanceCan be recycled. |
Recycled contentAs defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021 | 0 % |
Expected Life | 35 year |
Product certifications
PAS 24
BS 8529 / PAS24 - Enhanced Security Composite Door Certificate no.KM 594776
Literature
Literature type
Composite Door Frame System
Door collection - Social Sector
PVC_U window and door Colour guide_Epwin Window Systems
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