Happy New Year! According to the Chinese Zodiac, 2021 is the year of the metal OX, if you believe in Chinese Horoscopes then roses, orchids and cymbidiums will bring you luck; the numbers 1, 6 and 7 should be avoided; and the characteristic word of the year is ‘action’.
So naturally, there’s no better time to take action and investigate the possibilities of a lovely new, modern and ultra-secure front door.
Secure your home
Here’s the big question to ask yourself: Do you trust your current front door to keep you, your family and your belongings safe? As a family run business with a family ethos at its heart, Origin make the security of your home a top priority.
From our latest research, we found that 76% of burglars accessed a home through its external door, 31% of which entered the home by forcing a door lock. The Origin Residential Door is designed with total security in mind: from tamper-proof barrels, PAS24 security testing, 5-point and 8-point locking systems and specially designed hinges, the Origin Residential Door not only meets security standards, it surpasses them.
Our barrels are 3-Star British Kite Marked and proven to protect against snapping, picking, drilling and bumping. What’s more, the Origin Residential Door can be fitted with the Yale security lever handle, which includes a unique 8-point multipoint lock mechanism with an offset spindle function and chamfered 20mm linear bolts for maximum compression, smooth operation and weather resistance. Finally, 25mm security hooks offer the deepest engagement on the market today.
As if that wasn’t enough to offer peace of mind, the door panels are constructed of aluminium layers and a Thermimax core (thermally efficient as well as secure) and the frames and sash are manufactured from only premium-grade aluminium, which offers superior strength.
Why choose aluminium over other materials?
The quality of the aluminium used in external doors can vary from system to system, however, Origin’s aluminium system is unique because we only use primary billets of aluminium for all of our doors and windows. This means we design, develop and manufacture only high quality aluminium doors, which is instantly visible in the seamless finish.
Aluminium is superior to other materials because it:
1. Is extremely strong and secure, yet weighs 67% less than steel
2. Is very low maintenance, unlike timber which can rot
3. Is energy efficient when combined with a polyamide break, like the Origin Residential Door
4. Offers the highest level of durability when compared with uPVC and timber
5. Is resilient to the elements, so the frames won’t warp, flex or corrode
6. Is available in a large range of colours, styles and finishes
7. Is an affordable and long-term investment.
Set the tone of your home
The best thing about the Origin Residential Door, once you take its strength and security out of the equation? It’s completely bespoke. With 10 innovative and modern panels to choose from, you’re bound to find your ideal fit.
When it comes to choosing the colour of your panel, sash and frame, there are 150 colours to choose from, giving you complete flexibility to express yourself. From Urban Chic to Pop Art to some of our more popular colours, we have all the inspiration you need. If that wasn’t enough to get your juices going, a dual colour option is also available, allowing you to tailor your door to suit both your home’s exterior and interior look and feel.
The same goes for your letterbox, handle and knocker: we have a wide range of colours and styles available to suit you, all the while offering superior quality and security.
And, if you’re after something a little different, then a mid-rail option is available in either a 60:40 split or a 50:50 split and can accommodate glass on both the top and bottom or a panel can be used for the bottom section if you prefer a little more privacy.
So, as we enter the New Year and we make our New Year’s Resolutions, why not move the Origin Residential Door a little higher up the list? A purchase that not only goes a long way to increasing the value of your home, but also increases its security and your peace of mind. And, as a cheeky treat to yourself, have a bit of fun looking through our panel choices, colour schemes and finishing touches to create the perfect entrance – and exit – for your home.
* Some of the residential door panels shown have now been discontinued. To view our available front door panels, please visit our front doors page.
