Pro Installer March 2022 - Issue 108 | Page 26

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26 | MARCH 2022

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PERFORMANCE AND CHOICE

Along with visual style , security and thermal efficiency are high on the list of priorities for homeowners looking to replace their entrance doors . In response , Hörmann UK have developed a range of aluminium entrance doors , together with their Thermo45 and Thermo65 steel doors that offer installers a selection of premium doors that are easy to install , thermally efficient and available in a wide range of styles and finishes .
Elegant and robust , Hörmann aluminium entrance doors offer the highest levels of performance providing structural stability , together with excellent acoustic and thermal insulation . All aluminium doors are fitted with RC3 level , 5-point locking systems as standard , offering householders high levels of protection against break-in and added peace of mind .
The ThermoCarbon entrance door is constructed from high strength aluminium , with a hightech leaf profile of a carbon glass-fibre hybrid material . Featuring a 100mm aluminium door leaf with a PU rigid foam infill , an internal leaf profile which is supported by a thermal break and a 111.5 mm aluminium door frame also with a thermal break , the door can offer an impressive U value as low 0.47 W / M 2 K . Excellent acoustic insulation of up to 39dB can also be achieved . Whilst the ThermoSafe range features a sturdy 73mm thick door leaf , with an 82mm aluminium frame and can achieve a U value of 0.87 W / M 2 K .
With styles ranging from modern and contemporary through to classic design options , Hörmann aluminium doors will look good in a wide variety building styles . A XXL version is available which offers generously proportioned doors up to 3000m in height adding flexibility and enhancing visual appeal . Available in a choice of 12 preferred RAL colours including Traffic white and eight structured matt colours , together with a large selection of door hardware and glazing options , householders
can design and tailor a door to suit their specific needs .
The Hörmann Thermo range of steel doors are available in two door leaf widths – the Thermo65 at 65mm and the Thermo45 at 45mm . Both offer solid construction and exception thermal insulation and can achieve U values as low as 0.87 W / M 2 K .
Impressive security is in-built with all doors equipped with a multi-point security lock and RC2 security equipment available as an option .
To add to an already impressive selection of door styles , several new designs have been introduced featuring additional
glazing options . Whilst the introduction of one-way plate glass , which is also available for side elements and transom lights , provides an additional opportunity to add light and creative design whilst also protecting privacy . Further enhancing the ability to create a unique front door is the introduction of a range of accessories in elegant Jet-black , which mirror the latest trend for black interior fittings popular in both kitchens and bathrooms . The Thermo 65 black-edition provides both exterior and interior lever handles and matching stainless steel glazing frames which create a sleek , modern look .
The choice of Hörmann preferred colours available has also been expanded to include a selection of on-trend greys such as Basalt grey , Dusty grey , and Grey aluminium . Designed to complement modern architecture these new preferred colours are also available in the Hörmann sectional garage door range , which means that matching entrance doors and garage doors has never been easier .
Barrier free entrance is available through a range of automation options that operate with both the aluminium and steel door ranges . Hörmann doors can be opened and closed via radio buttons or a Hörmann
BiSecur hand-held transmitter , whilst the Hörmann BlueSecur Bluetooth app provides control from a Smart phone .
The availability of an online door configuration enables homeowners to conveniently build and test many design and product variations on either a PC or tablet . Door type , surface finish , colour and size can be selected , and the recommended retail price can be estimated from the configured door . By uploading a picture of their home , consumers can then see their selected door in-situ aiding the buying decision .
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