Wooden Door Restoration Specialists

At The Wooden Door Company, our team has expertise across the board.
Put simply, that means we can restore doors with all kinds of issues:

Poor draught-proofing
Cracked panels
Decay or rot
Flaking paint
Worn metalwork
Loose hinges
Broken frames

We tailor each restoration to the requirements of your property and your door.

We don’t cut any corners when it comes to the restoration of your wooden door.
Every door goes through the same process to make sure each element is completely renewed and ready to impress.
1.   In-situ
We do all our work at your home. 
2.   Repair (as required)
The next step is to make crucial repairs to your wooden door. We will isolate problem areas and repair them as required.
3.   Stripping (if painting the door) You would be surprised how many problems originate from flaky paint on wooden doors. We’ll remove any old paint from your doors external facia by hand to create a good foundational surface, onto which fresh paint can be applied directly.
5.   Glazing (if requested/required)
Whether it’s a small door window or large panel on a French  door, glazing plays a key role in a door’s performance and aesthetics. Where required, we’ll replace broken or inefficient glazing and add new sealing around glass to improve the door’s security and thermal efficiency.
6.   Draught-proofing
Our team will then add our effective draught-sealing system to your wooden door. Put simply, this forms an effective seal around the door’s perimeter to block out any draughts without impeding on the door’s movement.
7.   Painting (if chosen as an option)
Last but not least, we’ll meticulously hand-paint your wooden door to complete the restoration.
Our team uses only the highest quality paint products in your choice of colour to give your door maximum protection long into the future.

The Wooden Door Company has spent countless years repairing and restoring  London’s beautiful wooden doors. With that experience comes not only a deep understanding, but an adoration, of the stunning, unique design and architecture found in the UK capital.

London is a city as diverse as they come, with century upon century of rich history culminating on today’s streets and homes. That’s certainly evident in the variety of door styles you will find from distinct periods.

Georgian: 1714-1837

Like many historic periods in Britain, the Georgian era is defined by the monarch. In this case, there were four – George I, II, III and IV. The period came in the aftermath of the plague, meaning the population was back on the up and new properties were being built across the country.
As a result, there are countless Georgian doors across the UK and across London. They are some of the oldest surviving doors in the world – and they’re understandably world-renowned. None more so than the door on 10 Downing Street, which can be seen greeting world leaders with its striking black aesthetic.
As seen on the Prime Minister’s door, Georgian doors have a characteristic six-panel design. But surviving 300 years is no mean feat. These doors are also distinctively heavy and strong. In many cases, they’re also wider than modern doors.

Victorian: 1837-1901

Advances in manufacturing made glass more readily available into the 19thcentury. Many Victorian doors in London have glass panels, ranging from a small single window to multiple panes on the top half of the door.
As time went on, these panels got bigger, eventually making up the entire top half of some front doors. The mid 1800s also saw a resurgence in stained glass and floral designs, which can still be seen on a variety of London doors.
While front doors have always been a sign of wealth, this became particularly prominent under Queen Victoria. Doors maintained elements of the panelled design from the Georgian era but were often more decorative and elaborate.

Edwardian: 1901-1910

Despite lasting just under a decade, the Edwardian era developed its own distinctive style characteristics. The overt extravagance of the Victorians was no longer on trend. Things became more subtle. What better way to show your class than with a simple but elegant front door?
Edwardian front doors in London are known for their simplistic design, in some ways paying homage to Georgian front doors. Clean panelling is accompanied by traditional metalwork, quite often in classic colours. However, given that wooden doors can be repainted, this is often down to the homeowner themselves.

Interwar: 1919-1939

Wooden doors continued to be prevalent in London throughout the 20s and 30s. In many cases, they reflected the upbeat spirit of post-war Britain. London’s doors from the “roaring twenties” are often painted in bright, bold colours. However, they maintain the same strength and structural integrity of traditional wooden doors.
Given that over four million homes were built across the country, many took a more functional approach. This saw the classic Georgian fanlight become less prevalent, for instance. However, London’s interwar doors are some of the most diverse in size and style.

Modern front doors: 1945-present
Despite the advent of uPVC in the 70s and 80s, wooden doors remain a popular choice in London to this day. They offer strength and efficiency, combined with style and character. Because they can be renovated and repaired, they also provide impressive longevity compared to uPVC which generally needs to be replaced.

Whether it’s a completely new installation or a bespoke replacement, modern wooden doors take on a range of styles and designs. In many cases, these doors echo the characteristics of yesteryear, with traditional panelling, classic colours and heritage features such as fanlights, decorative glass and vintage metalwork.

We’re passionate about the preservation of one of Britain’s finest features – the classic wooden door.

That’s exactly why we provide the highest quality repairs and restorations for homeowners and commercial properties throughout the capital and further afield.

Over decades of combined experience in the industry, we’ve worked on doors of all shapes and sizes. We’ve also tackled everything from single door repairs to restorations on multiple properties. Put simply, we’re a time-served team that you can trust to deliver on time to the highest standards.

High-quality, ethically sourced materials.

Clear, honest pricing with no hidden costs