- Postcode district
- SA6
- 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
- Pontardawe, Neath, Swansea
- Building rules
- Wales
Are timber and alu-clad sliding doors right for your Clydach home?
A few practical points decide whether timber and alu-clad sliding doors suit a particular room and opening:
Oak floors, exposed beams or a timber kitchen in your Clydach home? Matching the inside finish of the door ties the new glazing into the room.
For a listed building or a house in a conservation area in Clydach, check with the local planning authority before choosing any new door; timber frames are often closer in character to the original joinery.
- 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.
- A timber sliding door sits comfortably beside brick, stone, render or weatherboarding, which helps where a modern metal frame would look out of character.
- 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.
Planning glass for the light in Clydach
In Clydach the shortest day has roughly 7 h 48 min of daylight and the longest about 16 h 40 min. The noon sun sits near 15° above the horizon in winter and 62° 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.
What should you budget for timber and alu-clad sliding doors in Clydach?
These are guide prices for fitted doors at a standard height, including VAT. They run from an entry-level system to a premium one at the same size; the survey confirms which suits your opening.
| Overall width | Typical panels | Guide price (fitted, inc VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 m | 2 panels | £5,095–£6,195 |
| 3.0 m | 2 panels | £7,495–£9,095 |
| 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.
What happens when you order timber and alu-clad sliding doors in Clydach?
We plan the job around your home in Clydach: survey first, then a written quote, then manufacture (typically 8–10 weeks from survey sign-off). The fitting itself usually takes 1 day for a two-panel swap; 1–2 days for larger doors. If you are in Pontardawe or Neath, the same process and prices apply.
Do you need approval in Clydach?
Wales sets its own Building Regulations guidance, including Approved Document L (Wales) for energy. A replacement sliding door must meet those requirements and use safety glass, and we arrange compliance through a registered installer or the local Building Control service.
Options to consider for your timber and alu-clad sliding door
- Alu-cladding. A powder-coated aluminium outer shell in a standard or RAL colour, with timber left on show inside.
- Sliding hardware. Inline rollers on smaller doors, or lift and slide gear for larger and heavier panels.
- Handles. Traditional or contemporary handles in bronze, black, satin chrome or brass-effect finishes.
Questions about timber and alu-clad sliding doors in Clydach
Can you match other doors and windows in my Clydach 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.
Can I fit timber sliding doors to a listed building or in a conservation area?
Timber sliding doors can suit listed buildings and conservation areas, but listed buildings and properties under an Article 4 direction may need consent before any door is changed, so check with your local planning authority first. In England, replacing doors on an ordinary house with similar-looking ones is usually permitted development. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own planning rules.
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.
What is the difference between timber and alu-clad sliding doors?
The difference is the outside face: a timber sliding door is wood inside and out, while an alu-clad door has a powder-coated aluminium shell fixed over the exterior timber. Alu-clad needs only washing outside and comes in any RAL colour; all-timber needs periodic re-coating but keeps a natural wood look on both faces. The inside is timber either way.