27 May Do Doors in Tyneside Need Grade 316 Hardware Near the Coast?
Not every door in Tyneside needs Grade 316 hardware. But if your home is close to the coast, especially in an exposed position facing wind-driven rain and salt air, Grade 316 stainless steel door furniture is a sensible upgrade.
Why coastal homes need the right door hardware
Tyneside weather can be tough on exterior doors. Over time, these conditions near the coast can affect exposed door furniture.
The door itself may still look good, but weathered handles, letterplates or knockers can make the whole entrance look dull. That is why hardware should be part of the discussion when choosing doors in Tyneside or across the North East.
A sheltered home set back from the coast may not need the same specification as a door facing directly into the weather. But for exposed coastal homes, it is best to choose hardware with better corrosion resistance.
What is Grade 316 stainless steel hardware?
Grade 316 Austenitic Stainless Steel is a higher-grade stainless steel used where corrosion resistance is important. It is recommended for areas more likely to be affected by moisture, salt air and weather exposure.
At Priory Windows, Grade 316 hardware is available on selected Ultimate Bespoke and Ultimate Heritage door specifications for locations prone to corrosion, including coastal areas.
The Grade 316 suite includes key door furniture like handles, door knockers, letterboxes and offset pull bar handles for contemporary doors. Pull bar handles are available in 1800mm, 800mm and 400mm lengths.
Which Priory doors offer Grade 316 options?
Our Ultimate Bespoke PVC-u entrance doors are designed to give the look of timber with modern security, performance and low maintenance. They are available in 25 styles, including Lavenham, Ixworth, Sudbury, Assington, Newton and Brett.
Our Ultimate Heritage Collection also offers traditional timber-look styling with modern PVC-u performance. This range includes heritage colours, glazing options and period-style furniture.
Both ranges can be specified with Grade 316 hardware options.
What else should a coastal front door have?
Hardware is important, but it is only one part of the specification. A good coastal door should also be secure, energy efficient and properly installed.
Across our door ranges, we offer:
- High-security multi-point locking systems
- A-rated energy efficiency
- Made-to-measure fitting
- A 10-year guarantee
Material choice is also crucial. Composite doors, timber alternative doors, PVC-u entrance doors and timber doors can all work well, depending on the property, exposure and style you want.
For example, a composite or PVC-u entrance door with a modern pull bar may suit a contemporary home, while a period property may benefit from a timber alternative or heritage-style door with traditional furniture.
Looking for doors in Tyneside?
At Priory Windows, we help homeowners choose doors in Tyneside and across the North East. Whether you are looking for a composite door, a timber alternative door, a PVC-u entrance door, or a bespoke timber door, we can explain the best styles, colours, glazing and hardware options for your home. If your property is close to the coast, we can also advise whether Grade 316 hardware is worth considering for your door.
Contact Priory Windows online, call 0191 251 2999 or visit our Whitley Bay showroom to request a quote or arrange a survey for new doors in Tyneside.
