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Mr Fox is the owner of a beautiful Victorian home in the town of Shefford. The house dates back to the 1860s and is typical of a property of this era. The very features that add character to a period property also present challenges when it comes to any maintenance or restoration work. The walls have stood the test of time but after nearly one hundred and seventy years they are delicate. Whilst it is also almost impossible not to encounter an off angle or non-straight edge our technicians did not let that stand in their way.
Mr Fox came across the Schnauber website when he was carrying out research for a supplier that he could trust to replace three timber doors in his property. After looking through the work featured on our website and Facebook page and listening to the video testimonials from our customers on our YouTube channel Mr Fox felt confident that we may be able to help him and completed his details on the contact form on the website.
Our Sales and Business Development manager, Marius, contacted Mr Fox and arranged a home visit at a time convenient for him. Marius identified over the telephone that there were two key areas of concern for Mr Fox – the cosmetic appearance and the security of his existing timber doors, which were now rotten and “on their last legs”.
Marius took along samples of the type of material used in the manufacture of our wooden doors and examples of the locking devices that are available. Mr Fox was impressed by the quality and sturdiness of the samples and the multi locking system, steel hinge protectors and security glass that could be fitted into the Schnuaber timber doors. Mr Fox placed the order with Schnauber confident that we would be able to deliver the high level of security that he was looking for to adequately protect his young family.
The installation of the timber French doors and timber back entrance door took just three days. The speed and efficiency of installation is down to the preparation that is carried out in the factory at the point of manufacture. This helps to save time on site, reducing the level of disruption to the customer.
Mr Fox was extremely pleased with the finished job and the vast improvements to the security of his home. He had nothing but praise for the Schnauber team saying that the fitters were brilliant, the service was faultless and nothing was too much trouble. You can watch the whole video testimonial over on YouTube.
1. Working With an Old Cottage Structure
The property’s age meant that none of the existing openings were perfectly square. Historic cottages often shift over time, resulting in irregular frames and uneven edges. Installing precision-made bespoke timber doors in such an environment required careful measurement, planning, and adjustment.
2. Uneven Stone Masonry
The surrounding stone masonry had natural variations and inconsistencies. This posed a challenge when fitting new timber door frames securely without compromising structural stability or the aesthetic of the original stonework.
3. Wonky and Sloping Flooring at the Entrance
The entrance flooring had a noticeable slope, causing the previous door threshold to sit unevenly. An off-level threshold can affect door alignment, cause drafts, and prevent a secure, smooth closing action. Achieving a perfect fit in this condition required corrective groundwork and precise adjustment.
1. Careful Removal of Existing Timber Doors
We carried out a meticulous removal process to avoid damaging the delicate stone masonry. This ensured a clean, stable opening for fitting the new French doors and heritage entrance door.
2. Correcting the Threshold and Floor Level
To resolve the uneven flooring, we re-built and adjusted the threshold height to create a solid, level base. This allowed the new timber doors to operate smoothly, seal tightly, and maintain long-term performance.
3. Enhancing Security With Additional Features
Both doors were fitted with security glazing, multi-point locking mechanisms, and a 1-key locking system for convenience and improved protection. These upgrades ensured the cottage maintained its character while benefiting from modern security standards.
4. Precision Installation of Bespoke Timber Doors
Once structural adjustments were complete, we installed the new wooden French doors and heritage back door with exact alignment. The final installation blended traditional aesthetics with contemporary durability, thermal efficiency, and superior security.
Wooden French Doors
Elegant design crafted from high-quality timber
Black lever handle for traditional styling
1-key system for convenience across all external doors
Security glazing for enhanced protection
Multi-point security locking system for maximum home safety
Heritage Back Entrance Door
Authentic heritage-style wooden door suited to period cottages
Matching black lever handle
Secure 1-key system
Security glazing for improved strength and visibility
Advanced locking system providing modern security in a traditional design
Mr Fox is the owner of a beautiful Victorian home in the town of Shefford. The house dates back to the 1860s and is typical of a property of this era. The very features that add character to a period property also present challenges when it comes to any maintenance or restoration work. The walls have stood the test of time but after nearly one hundred and seventy years they are delicate. Whilst it is also almost impossible not to encounter an off angle or non-straight edge our technicians did not let that stand in their way.
Mr Fox came across the Schnauber website when he was carrying out research for a supplier that he could trust to replace three timber doors in his property. After looking through the work featured on our website and Facebook page and listening to the video testimonials from our customers on our YouTube channel Mr Fox felt confident that we may be able to help him and completed his details on the contact form on the website.
Our Sales and Business Development manager, Marius, contacted Mr Fox and arranged a home visit at a time convenient for him. Marius identified over the telephone that there were two key areas of concern for Mr Fox – the cosmetic appearance and the security of his existing timber doors, which were now rotten and “on their last legs”.
Marius took along samples of the type of material used in the manufacture of our wooden doors and examples of the locking devices that are available. Mr Fox was impressed by the quality and sturdiness of the samples and the multi locking system, steel hinge protectors and security glass that could be fitted into the Schnuaber timber doors. Mr Fox placed the order with Schnauber confident that we would be able to deliver the high level of security that he was looking for to adequately protect his young family.
The installation of the timber French doors and timber back entrance door took just three days. The speed and efficiency of installation is down to the preparation that is carried out in the factory at the point of manufacture. This helps to save time on site, reducing the level of disruption to the customer.
Mr Fox was extremely pleased with the finished job and the vast improvements to the security of his home. He had nothing but praise for the Schnauber team saying that the fitters were brilliant, the service was faultless and nothing was too much trouble. You can watch the whole video testimonial over on YouTube.
1. Working With an Old Cottage Structure
The property’s age meant that none of the existing openings were perfectly square. Historic cottages often shift over time, resulting in irregular frames and uneven edges. Installing precision-made bespoke timber doors in such an environment required careful measurement, planning, and adjustment.
2. Uneven Stone Masonry
The surrounding stone masonry had natural variations and inconsistencies. This posed a challenge when fitting new timber door frames securely without compromising structural stability or the aesthetic of the original stonework.
3. Wonky and Sloping Flooring at the Entrance
The entrance flooring had a noticeable slope, causing the previous door threshold to sit unevenly. An off-level threshold can affect door alignment, cause drafts, and prevent a secure, smooth closing action. Achieving a perfect fit in this condition required corrective groundwork and precise adjustment.
1. Careful Removal of Existing Timber Doors
We carried out a meticulous removal process to avoid damaging the delicate stone masonry. This ensured a clean, stable opening for fitting the new French doors and heritage entrance door.
2. Correcting the Threshold and Floor Level
To resolve the uneven flooring, we re-built and adjusted the threshold height to create a solid, level base. This allowed the new timber doors to operate smoothly, seal tightly, and maintain long-term performance.
3. Enhancing Security With Additional Features
Both doors were fitted with security glazing, multi-point locking mechanisms, and a 1-key locking system for convenience and improved protection. These upgrades ensured the cottage maintained its character while benefiting from modern security standards.
4. Precision Installation of Bespoke Timber Doors
Once structural adjustments were complete, we installed the new wooden French doors and heritage back door with exact alignment. The final installation blended traditional aesthetics with contemporary durability, thermal efficiency, and superior security.
A Schnauber installation of 3 timber doors in a Victorian property in Bedfordshire left the owner feeling over the moon!
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