- Postcode district
- TW3
- 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
- Twickenham, Richmond, Feltham
- Building rules
- England
Are timber and alu-clad sliding doors right for your Hounslow home?
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.
Where the back of a Hounslow home faces south and takes full sun, choosing alu-clad keeps the timber protected and cuts out the re-coating that strong sunlight makes necessary.
Whether you live in Hounslow or elsewhere in Greater London, an exposed coastal or hilltop elevation makes a strong case for alu-clad rather than all-timber outside.
- Engineered timber is laminated from several layers with the grain opposed, so frames resist the twisting and warping that solid timber can suffer as the seasons change.
- An alu-clad exterior shields the wood from rain and sunlight, so the outside needs only washing while the inside keeps a natural timber finish.
- Stains, paints and lacquers are sprayed in the factory under controlled conditions, giving a more even and longer-lasting coat than a finish brushed on site.
Daylight in Hounslow and what it means for your glass
Daylight in Hounslow runs from about 7 h 50 min in December to 16 h 38 min in June, with the noon sun at roughly 15° and 62° respectively. Use that to choose your glass: standard low-E double glazing for north and east elevations, and consider solar-control or triple glazing for sunny south and west walls.
Guide prices for timber and alu-clad sliding doors in Hounslow
Use these guide prices to budget. They include VAT, fitting and taking away an old door of a similar size. Taller doors, triple glazing and dual colour add to the figure — the online tool shows how much.
| Overall width | Typical panels | Guide price (fitted, inc VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.8 m | 2 panels | £5,595–£6,795 |
| 3.6 m | 3 panels | £8,395–£10,295 |
| 4.8 m | 4 panels | £10,395–£12,595 |
See every size on the timber and alu-clad sliding doors page or try the guide price tool.
Survey, manufacture and fitting around Hounslow
Surveys in the TW3 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.
Do you need approval in Hounslow?
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 Hounslow
- Glass. Double or triple glazed safety glass, with slim glazing bars available for a period look.
- Interior finish. Clear lacquer, a wood stain or a painted colour, chosen to match floors, beams or kitchen units.
- Handles. Traditional or contemporary handles in bronze, black, satin chrome or brass-effect finishes.
Questions about timber and alu-clad sliding doors in Hounslow
How soon can you survey in Hounslow?
Surveys in the TW3 district are booked at a time that suits you, and we offer survey dates when we reply to your enquiry. After you approve the written quote, manufacture is typically 8–10 weeks from survey sign-off.
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.
How often do timber sliding doors need treating?
Timber sliding doors need the outside re-coated every few years, depending on how exposed the elevation is and which finish system is used; doors facing full sun or coastal weather need attention soonest. Alu-clad doors avoid this, needing only an occasional wash outside. Inside, timber only needs wiping and an occasional refresh of the lacquer or oil, and a clean track protects the rollers.
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.