Products
42 | JANUARY 2026
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ADVANCING SECURITY AND COMPATIBILITY FOR FIRE DOORS
UAP Ltd has announced the launch of its Fullex Autolock Rose, an innovative evolution of the popular Fullex Slam Shut Autolock, designed to deliver enhanced security and greater compatibility with modern doors.
Suitable for use with timber, composite, 44mm / 54 or thicker, the Fullex Autolock is specifically engineered to meet the needs of the fire door market, offering installers and homeowners a versatile and robust solution for contemporary construction projects.
Building on the success of the Crimebeater Slam Shut Autolock, the Fullex Autolock Rose introduces a deeper 55mm gearbox, while its flexible design supports two handle spindle options either lever on backplate or lever on rose, so allowing easy integration with a range of door designs. It also boasts a new and improved hardened gearbox casing made from a stronger plate material that ensures a higher degree of resistance to attack. The lock continues to offer fire-rated protection, supporting FD30 and FD60 timber and composite doors when used with perfectly cut intumescent kits.
The lock has been endurance tested for 200,000 full cycles and is BSEN1670 Grade 5 corrosion-resistant certified, providing 480 hours of protection against environmental wear. It is Secured by Design accredited and PAS 24 compatible, and when combined with a Kitemarked Euro Cylinder via the Kinetica Freezeguard 3-star euro cylinder system, it offers an additional layer of security. Supplied as a complete set with strike plate options, the Fullex Autolock Rose ensures fire-rated protection while simplifying specification and installation.
www. uaplimited. com
TEXTURE IN FOCUS:
WHY DOOR SURFACE FINISHES ARE NOW DRIVING BUYING DECISIONS
As UK homeowners continue to refine the look and feel of their properties, the expectations placed on entryways, particularly composite doors, have evolved well beyond basic function and security. A growing number of buyers are prioritising how a door feels just as much as how it looks. In this new landscape, surface finish has become a key differentiator, and manufacturers are taking notice.
Among the companies leaning into this shift is composite door specialist Comp Door, who have introduced SleekSkin, a smoothtouch door finish that moves away from the heavily grained textures commonly seen across the market. SleekSkin provides what the company describes as a“ refined, timber-like aesthetic,” combining subtle grain detailing with a soft, painted appearance- a deliberate move to align with evolving consumer expectations around quality and design.
“ We saw a clear gap in the market for something more tactile and elegant,” says Richard Diliberto, Sales Director at Comp Door.“ While grained finishes still have their place, there is a growing appetite for composite doors that offer the understated sophistication of hand-painted timber,
without the upkeep. SleekSkin was developed to give installers something fresh to offer that feels premium and modern.”
Offered in 17 contemporary colours and available across many of Comp Door’ s most in-demand styles, SleekSkin is positioned to support both design versatility and installer choice. Crucially, the company reports that demand for the finish is continually growing, particularly in showroom environments where homeowners are drawn to the softer, more minimal surface texture.
For installers, the appeal lies in differentiation.“ We know our trade customers are constantly competing for attention,” adds Richard.“ In a market where the core structure of many doors is relatively comparable, it’ s the visible and tactile features, coupled with door specifications that win an end users heart and mind. SleekSkin gives installers an edge in conversations with homeowners who are looking for something that feels a bit more exclusive.”
This focus on complete, high-performance door solutions is what Comp Door believes sets them apart.“ Every element of our product is there to serve a purpose,” continues Richard.“ Whether it’ s added thermal efficiency, enhanced weatherproofing or smarter security, we want our doors to work hard behind the scenes, while also offering a level of aesthetic appeal that helps our customers stand out.”
SleekSkin, the company says, is simply the latest example of that thinking in action, part of a wider push to support installers with products that don’ t just meet the brief but help win the job.
www. compdoor. co. uk