Discover why composite rear doors are the smart choice for UK homes. Upgrade your composite rear door for better security, style & all-weather durability.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why composite rear doors offer unbeatable home security
- How they outperform timber and uPVC in UK weather
- Design options to match your home and lifestyle
- Top composite brands & price comparisons
(Estimated Reading Time: 6-7 Minutes)
Introduction
Tired of your draughty old back door or flimsy uPVC panel? Here’s why more homeowners are upgrading to composite rear doors—for security, style, and year-round performance.
When we think about home security and kerb appeal, the front door often steals the spotlight. But your rear door plays just as crucial a role—it’s a key access point to your garden, patio, or utility space, and it needs to stand up to the elements and potential intruders.
That’s where composite rear doors shine. At GFD Homes, we believe your back door deserves the same attention as the front—and our Door-Stop, Comp Door, and Solidor rear doors deliver style, strength, and peace of mind.
Here’s why composite rear doors are the smartest choice for modern UK living.
Rear Door, Front-Line Security
Rear access points are often the target of break-ins. Many burglars target older, poorly secured uPVC or timber doors.
Composite rear doors offer:
- Multi-point locking systems for complete edge-to-edge protection
- Anti-snap, anti-bump cylinders for unbeatable lock security
- Solid or laminated timber cores that are incredibly difficult to force open
“We upgraded our back door after a break-in scare. The new composite model feels rock-solid—and looks amazing.” — GFD Customer, Leeds
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Built for British Weather
Your rear door deals with year-round exposure—rain, frost, direct sun. Composite doors are engineered for this.
- GRP or ABS skins protect against UV damage, warping, and moisture
- Thermally efficient cores retain heat and reduce condensation
- Fully sealed weather bars and thresholds stop draughts and leaks
Unlike timber, composite won’t swell or crack with seasonal changes.
Modern Looks for Any Rear Access
Whether you’re replacing a utility room door, a back porch entrance, or a kitchen-to-garden door, composite doors offer endless design flexibility:
- Choose from fully solid or glazed panel options
- Add cat flaps, letterplates, or blinds-between-glass
- Match your rear door to your front for a cohesive look
Available in colours like:
- Anthracite Grey
- Chartwell Green
- White
- Oak or Rosewood effect
“We matched our rear door to the front with Solidor’s Painswick finish. It instantly modernised the whole extension.”
Solid Core = Solid Choice
The brands we supply at GFD Homes all use premium core technology:
- Door-Stop: Affordable PU or timber core options
- Comp Door: Laminated LVL core with anti-warping tech
- Solidor: 48mm thick solid timber core for maximum strength
All deliver exceptional rigidity and security—ideal for garden-facing doors.
Need a Cat Flap? No Problem.
All our rear doors can be customised with a cat flap, either during manufacture or by professional retrofit.
Read more: Can You Fit a Cat Flap in a Composite Door?
Composite Rear Doors Price Guide
| Brand | Starting Price | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Door-Stop | From £568 | Budget-friendly & quick delivery |
| Comp Door | From £732 | Ultra-low U-values & sleek looks |
| Solidor | From £807 | Heritage styles & solid core |
Composite Rear Doors: Conclusion
Your back door might not get the spotlight, but it deserves just as much care as your front entrance. A composite rear door gives you the security, insulation, and design flexibility today’s homes demand—without the upkeep issues of timber or the vulnerabilities of uPVC.
At GFD Homes, we offer a full range of composite rear doors from Door-Stop, Comp Door, and Solidor—all designed to look great, perform brilliantly, and keep your home safe.
Ready to upgrade?
Browse the full collection at www.gfdhomes.co.uk.
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Browse our articles for expert tips, style ideas, and buying advice on composite rear doors
- Door Stop International: Everything You Need to Know About the UK’s Best Value Composite Front Door
- Solidor Composite Doors: Why They’re Worth Every Penny
- Why More UK Homeowners Are Switching to Comp Door
- Trade Composite Doors: looking for trade prices? Visit our trade site, The Trade Village
FAQs About Composite Rear Doors
Q: Can I get a stable-style or half-glazed rear door?
Absolutely—many designs support traditional or contemporary glazing.
Q: Do composite doors come with a key on both sides?
Yes, unless you opt for thumb-turn or smart lock upgrades.
Q: Is installation more difficult for rear doors?
Not at all. Our installers treat every entrance with the same care—front or rear.
