- Postcode district
- BN7
- Survey
- Free for new and replacement doors
- Typical lead time
- Typically 8–10 weeks from survey sign-off
- Guide price
- From £5,095 inc VAT
- Nearby
- Peacehaven, Newhaven, Brighton
- Building rules
- England
Timber and alu-clad sliding doors in Lewes: what to know
Before you settle on a door type, it helps to know what timber and alu-clad sliding doors do well and what to check before you order.
Whether you live in Lewes or elsewhere in East Sussex, an exposed coastal or hilltop elevation makes a strong case for alu-clad rather than all-timber outside.
Oak floors, exposed beams or a timber kitchen in your Lewes home? Matching the inside finish of the door ties the new glazing into the room.
- The inside face can be finished to match existing oak floors, stair parts or window boards, so the new door feels part of the room rather than an addition.
- Many timber systems use lift and slide hardware, letting large, heavy panels glide easily and then settle onto compressed seals for a tight closure.
- Scratches and dents on internal timber faces can usually be sanded and refinished locally, rather than needing a whole panel replaced.
Sunlight, glass and orientation in Lewes
In Lewes the shortest day has roughly 7 h 56 min of daylight and the longest about 16 h 31 min. The noon sun sits near 16° above the horizon in winter and 63° in summer — so glass that faces south collects useful warmth from October to March, while a west-facing door may need solar control to stop it overheating in July.
Guide prices for timber and alu-clad sliding doors in Lewes
The table shows guide prices for common sizes, supplied and fitted, including VAT. Your exact price is fixed in a written quote once the opening in your Lewes home has been measured.
| Overall width | Typical panels | Guide price (fitted, inc VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 m | 2 panels | £5,095–£6,195 |
| 1.8 m | 2 panels | £5,595–£6,795 |
| 3.0 m | 2 panels | £7,495–£9,095 |
See every size on the timber and alu-clad sliding doors page or try the guide price tool.
From survey to fitted door in Lewes
Surveys in the BN7 district are booked at a time that suits you. After you approve the quote, manufacture is typically 8–10 weeks from survey sign-off; on fitting day the old door comes out, the new frame is set level and sealed, and the panels are adjusted so they glide properly. Fitting usually takes 1 day for a two-panel swap; 1–2 days for larger doors.
Rules for timber and alu-clad sliding doors in England
In England, a replacement sliding door is a controlled fitting under the Building Regulations. In an existing home, a door with more than 60% glazing must reach a U-value of 1.4 W/m²K or better (or a Doorset Energy Rating of band C) under Approved Document L, and glass in doors must be safety glazing under Approved Document K. We arrange compliance through a competent person scheme installer or by notifying Building Control, and you receive the certificate.
Specification choices for timber and alu-clad sliding doors in Lewes
- Sliding hardware. Inline rollers on smaller doors, or lift and slide gear for larger and heavier panels.
- Glass. Double or triple glazed safety glass, with slim glazing bars available for a period look.
- Timber species. Oak or another hardwood for a visible grain, or engineered softwood where a painted finish is planned.
Questions about timber and alu-clad sliding doors in Lewes
Do you fit timber and alu-clad sliding doors in Lewes?
Yes. We survey and fit timber and alu-clad sliding doors in Lewes and across East Sussex, including nearby Peacehaven and Newhaven. Start with a guide price online or call us, and we will arrange a free survey for a new or replacement door.
How long do timber sliding doors take to make?
Timber and alu-clad sliding doors typically take 8–10 weeks to make after survey sign-off, longer than metal or uPVC, because each door is joinery-made, factory finished and allowed to cure before delivery. Fitting typically takes 1 day for a two-panel swap and 1–2 days for larger doors. These are typical timescales, confirmed once your order is placed.
Are timber sliding doors secure?
Timber sliding doors are secure when built with multi-point locking, laminated glass and robust sections, because engineered timber gives the locking keeps a solid, dense fixing. Timber systems are available tested to PAS 24, the UK enhanced security test standard for doorsets. Internally beaded glass and a key-locking handle add further resistance to forced entry.
How big can a timber sliding door be?
A timber sliding door in our range is typically about 1.5 m to 4.8 m wide overall, in two to four panels, at standard 2.1 m height or taller on request. Individual panel sizes depend on the system and glass weight; larger panels usually move to lift and slide hardware so they stay easy to open. Sizes are confirmed after survey.