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Features & Benefits of Designer Doors

Frame Options

  • Fully integrated glazing panels, eliminating the need for glazing beads.
  • All glazing units are 66mm triple glazed and laminated
  • Traditional – Victorian/Edwardian/Regency/Windsor
  • Modern – Contemporary range of door styles such as Amersham/Falmouth/Richmond/Pembroke to name a few.
  • Cottage classical, rural and urban homes – Churchill/Coleford/Axbridge/Purton/Somerton.
  • Vintage reflecting the classic chic of 1920s & 30s – Greenway/Elberry.
  • Frame Depth 70mm

Colours

We offer a range of colours for our Designer aluminium doors including Sensations/Cotswold ranges or any RAL colour to suit any colour palette. The panel polyester powder finish is coated to Qualicoat and EN 12206-1 standards, and the door can be supplied in a dual-colour format, with the inside and outside, or outer frame and door sash specified in different colours.

Hardware

Multiple hardware options are available from traditional styles, through to ultra-modern. Hidden hinge protectors provide robust security and durable designs. Our designer doors also feature a high-quality 10-point locking mechanism, for maximised security.

Energy

Our Designer aluminium doors feature an energy efficient, fully insulated door panel and are supplied with advanced thermal barrier technology. An integrated weather bar and centre gaskets also provide excellent weather protection.

Depending on the glass specified, our Designer doors come with thermally efficient glass with a glass centre pane U value from 0.9 W/m2K to 1.1 W/m2k. Triple glazed units are fitted as standard to each door which provide a perfect combination of security, thermal performance and energy-efficiency.

Security

Each Designer door meets the requirements of PAS24. These doors have a block construction which features a hidden fixing system to ensure maximum protection. We offer a choice of two high-security locking mechanisms, multi-point slam lock or ten-point locks. They come equipped with tamper protection and drill-proof cylinders to guarantee safety. Every door features a completely hidden sash and fixing system which protects the lock body.

Accessories

  • 150mm, 190mm Cills in a single or dual colour.
  • 20mm frame extensions to the side or head of the frame.
  • Flat trims external face in various sizes.

Premium Aluminium Entrance Doors From Smart: Signature and Designer

Connaught Windows is proud to supply Smart Designer and Smart Signature aluminium door ranges to the trade across Bournemouth and the wider Dorset region.

Whether you’re an installer, property developer, architect or contractor, we provide reliable supply, expert product knowledge and support. As an approved Smart supplier, we help you deliver quality, security and long-lasting performance on every project.

Designer Doors are a premium quality, high-performance and high security door to suit any style of house or apartment. Elegant aluminium profiles provide strength & durability, low maintenance with modern contemporary or traditional styles.

Signature Doors are the next generation of aluminium composite doors. With a huge range of colours, accessories, and glazing designs to choose from, our selection of modern, traditional and classic doors are guaranteed to suit the style of any property.

Features & Benefits of Signature Doors

Frame & Door Sash

Our Signature aluminium doors include both interior and exterior weather seals for superior weather performance. They are 36% thicker than GRP Composite Doors with 61.5mm sightlines and 59.6mm frame depth. All doors are manufactured using 1.5mm aluminium sheet as standard.

Colours

Unlimited colour choices are available for our Signature door range, including Sensations, Creations and Cotswold to name a few. Single colour frame and door leaves are available with colour matched weather bars. Qualicoat-approved finishing process is applied for maximum protection, and our unique textured powder coat finish prevents warping or fading.

Hardware

Inline lever handles are available in a choice of styles and colours. Spyholes and door knockers are also available as bull ring, Victorian Urn and letter plates, with the option of architectural design for the more
modern look. Why not choose the long bar handles available in 400mm, 1200mm, 1500mm or 1800mm.

Energy

Polyamide thermal barrier enhances the energy efficiency of our Signature doors, offering U-values of 1.2 – 1.4 W/m2k. Double glazed, 6.8mm laminate glass is fitted as standard.

Security

Anti-snap, anti-bump, anti-drill, and anti-pick locks are fitted as standard to guarantee security. Top and bottom deadbolts, centre latch & deadbolt offers maximum resistance to forced entry. All our Signature aluminium doors are fully compliant with PAS24.

Accessories

150mm, 190mm cills are available in a single or dual colour for our aluminium Signature door range. 20mm frame extensions to the side or head of the frame are also available. Additionally, we offer various sizes of flat trims for the external face.

Design Flexibility

Unlimited design options with styles, colours, glazing and hardware. Smart aluminium doors provide one of the most customisable designs on the market.

Options Include:

  • 60+ door designs – from minimalist contemporary to Edwardian, Georgian and Cottage styles
  • Full suite of RAL colours plus Smart’s own curated textured & matt colour ranges
  • Dual-colour finishes (different inside/outside or frame/sash combos)
  • Huge range of handles, letter plates, knockers, long pull bars and escutcheons
Smart Designer Front Door

Performance Features

  • Fully insulated aluminium panel cores
  • Triple glazing (66mm units in Designer range)
  • Double weather seals (Signature range)
  • Polyamide thermal barrier technology to reduce thermal bridging
  • Doors achieve U-values from 1.2–1.4 W/m²K (depending on style & configuration)
  • Fully compliant with Part L (England & Wales) for energy conservation
Smart signature aluminium front door

Security & Compliance

  • 3-star Kitemarked Euro Cylinders supplied as standard
  • Slam lock, deadbolt, and hook lock options available to meet project-specific needs
  • Anti-snap, anti-drill, anti-bump, and anti-pick protection built into every lock
  • Sold Secure Diamond Standard certified cylinders for resistance to the most common forms of break-in
  • Fully compliant with Secured by Design, the UK Police-endorsed scheme to reduce crime through high-spec security products
  • Glazed options include laminated, PAS 24-approved glass units to resist forced entry
Smart signature aluminium front door

Signature and Designer Composite Doors by Smart: Supplied by Connaught Windows

As a trusted Smart Systems trade supplier based in Bournemouth, Connaught Windows offers expert trade support, a reliable supply chain, and quality products. With direct access to Smart’s range of Signature and Designer aluminium doors, we offer dependable lead times and consistency.

Smart Designer Front Door

Colour Options

Smart Sensations Colours

View our range of stunning & aluminium window colours & finished, all designed to offer your customers a flawless finish.

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Aluminium Signature and Designer Doors by Smart

If you are interested in our aluminium composite doors supply,become a trade partner, or speak to our team directly at 01202 525212. For further queries, use our online contact form and we'll get back to you with expert advice as soon as we can.

FAQs

How do aluminium composite doors meet current UK energy efficiency standards?

These doors are engineered with a fully insulated aluminium panel core and feature polyamide thermal barrier technology to stop heat loss. This advanced construction allows them to achieve outstanding low U-values, ranging from 1.2 to 1.4 W/m²K, making them fully compliant with strict standards like Part L for energy conservation.

What level of security is guaranteed by the locking system and compliance certifications?

Security is guaranteed, as both the Signature and Designer systems are fully certified to PAS 24, the leading UK security benchmark. They are supplied with 3-star Kitemarked Euro Cylinders as standard, which include anti-snap, anti-drill, anti-bump, and anti-pick protection. They are also compliant with the Secured by Design police-endorsed scheme.

What is the difference between the Signature and Designer door ranges?

The Designer Door range is the most fully customisable solution, often favoured by architects and developers for premium builds where making a visual statement is key. The Signature Door collection is engineered for extreme security, efficiency, and rapid installation, making it ideal for contractors and high-volume commercial refurbishment projects.

What are the material and colour flexibility options for aluminium composite door finishes?

The doors feature robust aluminium profiles coated using a Qualicoat-approved polyester powder coating system for exceptional durability. Trade partners have access to over 60 door designs, the full suite of RAL colours, plus Smart’s curated textured and matt ranges. Dual-colour finishes (different colours on the inside and outside) are also available.


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