Are anthracite grey sliding doors right for homes in Aberdeenshire and Moray?
These are the points a surveyor will go through with you when you choose anthracite grey sliding doors for a home in Aberdeenshire and Moray:
If your Aberdeenshire and Moray home is close to the sea, washing powder-coated frames more often removes salt deposits and helps the anthracite finish keep its sheen.
Choosing a colour for an Aberdeenshire and Moray extension that will be seen from the garden all day? Hold textured and smooth anthracite samples up in daylight before committing to either.
- Powder coating is cured in an oven into a continuous film, giving a hard-wearing finish that does not need repainting, only occasional washing with mild soapy water.
- Because the colour is part of the frame, not a film over it, small marks on aluminium can usually be touched in with a matched repair kit rather than replacing the section.
- A blue-grey tone frames the garden view without the hard contrast of black, so the door reads as part of the elevation rather than a dark outline.
Guide prices for anthracite grey sliding doors in Aberdeenshire and Moray
Guide prices are the same across Aberdeenshire and Moray: the fitted price depends on the size, system and specification, not your postcode. These figures are for a standard 2.1 m high door, fitted, including VAT and removal of an old door of similar size.
| Overall width | Typical panels | Guide price (fitted, inc VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 m | 2 panels | £3,295–£4,095 |
| 3.6 m | 3 panels | £5,595–£6,895 |
| 4.8 m | 4 panels | £6,995–£8,495 |
| 6.0 m | 4 panels | £8,295–£10,095 |
Every size is on the anthracite grey sliding doors page.
Daylight and glass in Aberdeenshire and Moray
Sun angles matter for big glazed doors. Around Aberdeenshire and Moray, midday sun reaches about 56° in summer and drops to about 9° in winter. That low winter sun is free heat through south-facing glass; high summer sun is easier to shade with a roof overhang, and solar-control glass helps where there is none.
Where we fit in Aberdeenshire and Moray
We cover Aberdeen, Elgin, Peterhead, Banchory, Buckie, Ellon and the rest of Aberdeenshire and Moray.
Approvals in Scotland
In Scotland, replacing a door like for like in a house does not usually need a building warrant, but the new door must still meet the Scottish building standards for energy and safety. Forming or widening an opening is different: that needs a building warrant from the council before work starts.
Questions about anthracite grey sliding doors in Aberdeenshire and Moray
Is the price different in Aberdeenshire and Moray?
No. Guide prices for anthracite grey sliding doors are the same across mainland Britain, including Aberdeenshire and Moray. The fitted price depends on size, system, glass and finish, and any structural work, all fixed in your written quote after survey.
How do I clean anthracite sliding doors?
Wash anthracite frames with warm water, a little mild detergent and a soft cloth, then rinse and dry. Avoid abrasive pads, solvents and strong household cleaners, which can dull or mark the powder coating. Vacuum grit out of the track before wiping it, because dirt in the track wears rollers and makes the door feel stiff to slide.
What colour is RAL 7016?
RAL 7016 is anthracite grey, a dark grey with a slight blue undertone. It is one of the most widely specified colours for aluminium and uPVC windows and doors in the UK. On a sliding door it looks lighter in bright daylight and closer to charcoal on an overcast day, so it is worth seeing a physical sample outdoors before deciding.
Will anthracite aluminium match my anthracite uPVC windows?
It should be close, but it may not be identical. uPVC windows usually get their colour from a laminated foil, while aluminium is powder coated, so the texture and sheen can differ even when both are RAL 7016. Lighting also affects how each looks. Bringing a sample from the door to the window is the most reliable check.