When it comes to keeping your home warm, cutting energy bills, and reducing drafts, your choice of front door matters more than you might think. At Hurricane Windows and Doors, we’re often asked: “What’s the best door material for insulation?” In this expert guide, we break down the top contenders composite and uPVC and explain which one performs best, especially in the UK and Irish climates.
For homeowners and landlords alike, energy-efficient doors are essential. An insulated door helps:
Let’s look at the materials that offer the best performance.
Composite doors are widely considered the best choice for energy efficiency. Made from a combination of materials typically a solid timber core with a uPVC or GRP outer skin, they’re engineered for thermal performance.
At Hurricane Windows and Doors, our composite doors are supplied by industry leaders DoorCo, ensuring best-in-class energy ratings and design flexibility.
📍 Explore our Composite Doors →uPVC (unplasticised polyvinyl chloride) doors are a popular and budget-friendly alternative. They offer good insulation, lightweight durability, and excellent weather resistance—making them a great choice for rental properties or multi-unit developments.
While not as insulating as composite doors, especially in exposed or rural areas, they provide excellent value and come in a range of modern finishes to suit any home.
📍 Explore our uPVC Doors →If energy efficiency and long-term performance are your top priorities, composite doors win. But if you're working within a budget or managing multiple installs, uPVC doors provide a strong, cost-effective alternative.
All Hurricane doors are fully compliant with UK Building Regulations and designed to meet or exceed modern energy efficiency standards.
Whether you're a homeowner upgrading for comfort, a landlord cutting energy costs, or a developer meeting EPC requirements, the right front door makes a real difference.
Composite doors offer top-tier thermal performance, while uPVC doors provide reliable efficiency at a lower price.
If you’re unsure which option suits your project, our expert team is here to help.
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