Anthracite grey sliding doors across Shropshire
Most homeowners choosing anthracite grey sliding doors want the same things: more light, a clear view and a door that is easy to live with.
Choosing a colour for a Shropshire extension that will be seen from the garden all day? Hold textured and smooth anthracite samples up in daylight before committing to either.
For a Shropshire house with white-painted rooms inside, a dual colour frame avoids a heavy grey border around the view while keeping anthracite on the outside.
- Grey sits comfortably with a wide range of materials, from buff and red brick to white render, timber cladding and stone, which keeps future redecorating options open.
- 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.
- Anthracite frames pair well with dark grey handles, interlocks and track covers, giving a coordinated finish where no bright metal parts catch the eye.
Guide prices for anthracite grey sliding doors in Shropshire
Guide prices are the same across Shropshire: 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 2.1 m | 2 panels | £3,995–£4,895 |
| 2.4 m | 2 panels | £4,295–£5,295 |
| 3.0 m | 2 panels | £4,995–£6,095 |
| 6.0 m | 4 panels | £8,295–£10,095 |
Every size is on the anthracite grey sliding doors page.
Daylight and glass in Shropshire
Sun angles matter for big glazed doors. Around Shropshire, midday sun reaches about 61° in summer and drops to about 14° 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 Shropshire
We cover Telford, Shrewsbury, Oswestry, Bridgnorth, Church Stretton, Ludlow and the rest of Shropshire.
Approvals in England
English Building Regulations treat a new or replacement external door in an existing home as a controlled fitting: it needs a U-value of 1.4 W/m²K or better (or Doorset Energy Rating band C) if more than 60% of it is glazed (Approved Document L), and safety glass in a critical location (Approved Document K). Compliance is arranged through a competent person scheme installer or a Building Control notification, so you get a certificate for your records.
Questions about anthracite grey sliding doors in Shropshire
Can you match other doors and windows in my Shropshire home?
Usually, yes. Most aluminium and uPVC systems come in standard RAL colours and finishes, and we can quote dual colour where the inside and outside need to differ. Bring photos of existing frames to the survey.
What is the difference between textured and smooth anthracite?
Textured anthracite has a fine grain you can feel, while smooth anthracite has a flat satin or matt surface. Textured finishes hide fingerprints, light scratches and water marks better and suit doors that get heavy use. Smooth finishes look sleeker and more minimal but show dust and marks more readily. Both are durable powder coatings applied the same way.
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.
How does powder coating work?
Powder coating is a dry finishing process that bonds coloured polyester powder to the aluminium with heat. The profiles are cleaned and pretreated, the powder is sprayed on with an electrostatic charge so it clings evenly, and the frame is baked until the powder melts into a smooth, hard film. It resists chipping and fading far better than wet paint.