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Steel vs Fibreglass Entry Door
A practical comparison to help Surrey homeowners choose between steel and fibreglass entry doors.
Steel and fibreglass are the two most popular entry door materials — and both are excellent choices. The right one depends on your priorities: security, appearance, maintenance, and budget. Here's how they compare.
Security
Both steel and fibreglass doors offer good security when paired with quality hardware. Steel is slightly harder to deform; fibreglass won't dent.
Insulation
Both materials are available with polyurethane foam cores for excellent energy efficiency. Compare the specific door's U-factor rather than the material alone.
Maintenance
Fibreglass requires less maintenance — it won't rust, warp, or need repainting as frequently as steel. Steel may need touch-up painting if the finish is scratched.
Appearance
Fibreglass can be stained to look like real wood. Steel offers a wider range of factory colours and is available in wood-grain embossing.
Cost
Steel doors are generally less expensive than fibreglass at comparable quality levels. Fibreglass costs more upfront but may cost less over time due to lower maintenance.
Surrey's Climate
Fibreglass is particularly well-suited to Surrey's wet climate — it won't rust or absorb moisture like wood, and won't dent like steel.
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