Kershaws Doors in a league of their own when supplying doors

Posted on May 17, 2013 by cabl

I wrote a post a few weeks ago about our local football team, Bradford City FC, reaching the Capital One Cup final. Unfortunately on that occasion, they missed out to Swansea in a 5-0 defeat.

Bradford City are set to return to Wembley after a thrilling 3-1 victory over Burton in the second leg of the League Two Play Off Semi Finals. Burton had won the initial game 3-2 so it was a nail-biting game for the Bradford supporters, however Bradford pulled through in the second half to win 5-4 on aggregate. Nahki Wells has been branded as a local hero as he scored twice during the game, inclBantamsuding the winning goal to firm Bradford’s place at Wembley. The faces on the fans at full time said it all as Bradford defied the odds for the second time this season to secure their place at Wembley. The Bantams will be playing Northampton on Saturday 18th May as both fight for a place in the First Division.

A couple of the guys from the Kershaws Doors office will again be making the journey down to London for this momentous game. They are confident that this trip will see a great result for the club who have had a strong season and a great build up with the high of the previous Wembley Cup Final in February. Bradford City have had the best home performance in the League this season, which surely puts them in a good position for a win at the weekend and our guys along with thousands of other fans will be singing their hearts out to support the team.

We will be watching the game with anticipation and we wish the best of luck to the Bradford City team from everyone at the Kershaws Doors office.

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What is the difference between Hardwood and Softwood doors?

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Angie

Pine Tree

Pine Tree (Softwood)

As suppliers of wood doors our customers often ask us about the types of timber our doors are constructed from and the qualities of the different varieties.  Here is some information which will be useful.

There are two timber types, called hardwood and softwood. The names have no reference to the properties of the wood as some softwoods can be hard and some hardwoods have soft properties.

Softwoods come from evergreen coniferous trees which have needled leaves and are cone bearing such as Pine, Cedar and Fir. There are many sub types within these groups such as Pitch Pine which can have the appearance of Oak.

Hardwoods come from deciduous trees which have broad leaves, the main types used are Beech, Birch, Elm, Ash, Oak, Cherry, Walnut, Mahogany, Meranti, Sapele, Teak, Iroko and Obeche. Some of these trees are grown in more northern climates such as the Oak, Cherry, Beech and Elm whereas others are grow in warmer and sometimes moist climates such as Mahogany and Meranti.

Generally, hardwoods have a higher density and hardness than softwood though there is a lot of variation within these timber groups, for example, Balsa wood, used for model making is soft and light yet is a hardwood. Yew, classed as a softwood is harder than many hardwoods. In the main, hardwoods are more resistant to decay and can be used externally, whereas softwoods are better used in internal situations.

Some questions our customers ask about our products may help:-

Q. Why do you only use American Black Walnut, which is a hardwood, for internal doors?

A. It is expensive and best used as a veneer, also due to its lovely appearance is suited for applications such as furniture and interior doors.

Q. If Oak is a Hardwood why is it used for both internal and external doors?

A. We use American White Oak for both internal and external doors due to its uniform grain and reasonable price. But English and European Oak is slower growing more figured and expensive.  However you will notice in our Finishing Instructions that when used for an external door a stain/varnish with a tint is recommended to protect the timber from damage from ultraviolet light.

Q. Why are your Pine doors internal styles? I thought Pine could be used for external doors.

A. In the past some external doors were constructed from Pine. This was often Pitch Pine and of a type which was slow grown and denser, in the past, these doors would be painted with lead based paints, which are now banned, and did have to be maintained on a regular basis. The softer fast grown pine available for the mass market is only suitable for internal application.

 

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Door Design’s of Barcelona

Posted on May 11, 2013 by cabl

I have recently been to Barcelona for a surprise long weekend away. It was a great holiday and I would recommend it to anyone. We left the dull sights of Yorkshire for some lovely sunny weather in Barcelona.

There are lots of beautiful sites in Barcelona, plenty to see and do and even a beach, so a great option for a varied and interesting city break. Barcelona has some amazing architecture, especially La Sagrada Familia – the amazing church designed by Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi. Still a long way from completion, construction began in 1882 and they are planning for another thirteen years of building. My favourite tourist spot in Barcelona is Parc-Guell, another location designed by Gaudi. Featuring colourful tiles and mosaics, there is a lovely square with tiled benches, which is perfect for a bit of relaxation in the sunshine. This was a perfect spot for people watching and taking a bit of time out. Of course, I took note of the doors around Barcelona, many of which were solid ornate styles and there was an intricate iron door structure designed by Gaudi .

At Kershaws Doors we have an interior door design called the BarcelonaBarcelona-door-pair. This is a glazed door featuring clear bevelled glass. The door is available in pre-finished beech, pre-finished oak and pre-finished walnut. Pre-finished wooden doors are a simple and convenient option as they are ready to hang on delivery, in addition the quality of the timbers grain is enhanced by the quality finish. The top half of the door features six glazed panels. The lower section of the door features a stylish panel design with quarter cut veneers. Personally I prefer the pre-finished walnut finish in this style as I think the dark colour offers an elegant appearance and it would work well in a contemporary interior design scheme. This is a modern style interior door, available at a good price.      

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Nostalgia Trends in Interiors

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Angie

Nostalgia is a powerful fashion trend, which has emerged over the last few years, affecting both clothes and interior design styling. This look, when used in homes, is inclined to be inspired more by emotions, feelings for treasured items within an interior rather than a Retro look which is more design led.

An interest in looking back to previous eras is often an indication of a post recessionary climate as it suggests the sensibility in buying quality products, maybe second hand, rather than cheaper items to replace when styles change. The reverse of a throw away society is to treasure all we have and maybe use products in a different and more creative way to how they were used previously. This interior trend evokes memories of the past, which are personal with emphasis on family photos, treasured books, and objects from childhood. Furnishings and fabrics tend to be softer and comfortable to use with candy colours reminding us of our childhood’s favourite confectionery. On the other hand some nostalgic interiors are created with darker shades and include chunky objects such as leather suitcases dark wood furniture but with items to soften the overall effect.

The decoration of nostalgic rooms will often have flowery or quirky images from children’s story books printed onto wallpaper and fabric. Old painted furniture is often included but not always in the Shabby Chic way more the country painted look. As with all interior design the existing architectural features of the interior have to be considered along with the additional furniture, furnishings and decorative objects.

When considering the trend for Nostalgic interiors I have looked at Kershaws Doors large range of timber door styles and picked a few out that may inspire and could compliment this look. Whether using natural timber or a door to paint for a light interior there are many, which will suit. There are no set rules for with the nostalgic trend, which is lovely and allows any single item to kindle an idea and allow creativity to flow freely.

Nostalgia Range

The Nostalgia Range, appropriately named, in Pitch Pine, includes the traditional 1930′s ready to glaze, the 4 panels Cottage, and the glazed Malton and the Downham

SC10 Light

The internal SC 10 Light, in Unfinished Clear Pine or Unfinished Oak is ideal to paint and great for light interiors

Louis Range

The Louis, range of doors with continental styling would be a great addition to an elegant nostalgic interior. They are available in Oak pre-finished or Pine and Hardwood ready to paint

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Comparison Between Timber and Upvc for an External Door.

Posted on May 7, 2013 by cabl

Photo © Kate HiscockI am a big fan of wooden toys. I really like the look and feel of them and I always think they seem a much better quality compared to the plastic alternatives. I have always liked wooden blocks. I liked them when I was a child and I am now buying them for my own little girl. She likes banging them together and creating towers. There is no way that plastic blocks could have the same appeal. I love the sound and weight when the wooden blocks fall and find it somewhat reassuring. Similarly, I really like wooden train sets. Fixing wooden tracks together and playing with wooden trains is so much more satisfying than plastic ones. Wooden doll’s houses are another classic. There are a number of plastic castles and houses available but they really do lack the charm and wonder of the wooden ones.

I find it a bit sad that many of the classic wooden toys have been replaced or copied with cheap plastic designs. I appreciate that the wooden varieties may cost a little more but I am more than willing to pay a bit more for quality.

I think the same feeling can be applied to doors. For me, there is no comparison between a timber door and a Upvc external door . Timber doors have a certain character that you just don’t get with a plastic door. There is something reassuring about the heavy solid feel of a wooden door. For something that is designed to secure your home and protect you from the outside, surely the most substantial material is the superior choice. Also a wooden door can age in a positive way while plastic merely deteriorates and loses its new clean appearance. There is a little more preparation and maintenance with a wooden external door but this is a longer term investment and ultimately ensures a longer life.

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Can New Timber Doors Rejuvenate Your Hotel, Restaurant or Bar Business?

Posted on May 4, 2013 by Angie

Many businesses are feeling the pressure at the moment. If there is a positive from this recession is seems to make many companies try harder and evaluate what changes can be made within their business in order to push it forward.

From speaking to friends and acquaintances it seems that they still visit restaurants, maybe not as frequently but it’s an activity which brings people together and  cheers us up when life feels a bit tough. Recently I visited a local pub/restaurant on a Monday evening, expecting it to be quiet, to myimage of doors surprise it was bubbling with activity and the interesting thing was that it was situated in the countryside a few miles away from a village or town. So why was it so popular? Well, the food was very good and reasonably priced,  the staff were extremely pleasant and obliging and the décor and surroundings were comfortable and interesting. This business seems to have the correct formula, and if trade isn’t as good as previously then it wasn’t obvious.

After this experience I considered other establishments I have recently visited. One eatery came to mind, the food is acceptable, the staff pleasant and its in a more populated area,  but it was quiet. I remember the décor, they had repainted walls and added a few decorative touches lately but the timber doors looked tired and scratched. When visiting the wash rooms I noticed the doors were more dilapidated, with a selehotel_doorction of locks and bolts which had stopped working, hadn’t been removed, just had new ones added. I know I’m in the door business and notice these things but I’m sure others do also. This lack of attention to detail can influence customers, subliminal messages are sent when we see unpleasant décor and therefore effect our future choices. I always think that you can understand a business better when you visit the wash rooms.

I often see flimsy, well worn doors in restaurants and bars as economy versions have been chosen, this is false economy as a substantial timber door will last longer, look better and can be repainted to look as new at a later time. If you want to enhance your business property give us a call, you will be amazed at the impact new timber doors can do for your business.

At Kershaws Doors we supply a lot of businesses, pubs, bars, hotels and offices with doors, sometimes for refurbishing others times for design purposes. Many purchase Fire Certified doors due to legislation and of course, all hotel rooms require Fire Doors as do homes and apartments with three floors or more.  Doors adjoining integral garages must be FD30 or sometimes FD60 certification depending on the building regulations.

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Door Games and Puzzles

Posted on May 2, 2013 by cabl

PuzzleThere are many games and puzzles involving doors. Probably because we all love a mystery and there’s none greater than a closed door.
Kershaws Doors will help you choose Beautiful timber doors and help you solve the Puzzle with their extensive range.

Today I thought I’d let you try your luck at a classic door puzzle.

There are two doors, one leads to heaven or riches or maybe saves your life and the other leads to hell or poverty or death. I’m sure you know the puzzle whichever version you’ve heard. I’ll use life and death in my example.

Ok, two doors, one leads to life and the other death and you have one question that you can ask of one of the two doorkeepers. The problem is that one doorkeeper always tells a lie and the other always tells the truth and you don’t know which keeper is which or which door is which.

So then, what’s the question? Answer is on the next line so stop reading now if you want to have a think about it.

Answer “If I asked the other doorkeeper which door leads to life, what would he tell me?”

If you have asked the liar he will say that the other keeper will point you to the death door. If you have asked the

truthful doorkeeper he will say that the other would lie and hence also point you to the “death” door. Therefore whichever you have asked they both point to the death door and you know to pick the other one!

Snakes & Ladders

Once you know the answer it’s still not that easy to get your head around and to be honest if my life really did depend on this then I think the pressure would play havoc with my logical reasoning.
I’d probably end up guessing and hoping but thankfully it is just a puzzle!

I hope you enjoyed that one and I’ll see if I can think of some more for future blog posts.

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I am renovating my home. How can I bring more natural light into my property?

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Angie
Frosted Glazed Door

Frosted glazed door, used in a hallway to allow additional natural light

There is a great choice of lighting products and systems to enhance our homes with ambient, directional, diffused, accent and task lighting to mention but a few.

However, it is very important that we utilise the natural available light coming into our properties through windows and doors. There is something wonderful and comforting when natural sunlight comes into our homes during the day and with the high cost of power it makes sense to utilise natural light as much as possible. The trend to use glazed, internal, doors extensively throughout a property is now becoming common practice. Along with allowing light to permeate between rooms, glazed doors give a feeling of space and make homes feel larger.

When choosing glazed internal doors, the style of the property will be significant but not always the deciding factor, as a contemporary or modern interior can work well within a traditional property. It’s all a matter of balance, colour, light and of course the extra accessories chosen to blend the scheme together. Interior styles are often categorised for interior trends using terms such as nostalgic, eclectic, ethnic (e.g. Asian, Eastern and North African) to Mediterranean, tropical etc. confusing, but an interesting source for inspiration.

An ideal door to give maximum light which blends well into both modern and traditional interiors is the Pattern 10 door with a single glazed panel of safety glass. This door is available in Oak veneer or white pre-primed ready for a chosen paint finish. In a similar style and suitable for a contemporary or ethnic Japanese theme is the stunning Tokyo glazed.

 

If a more traditional look is required then bevelled glass is an ideal and attractive glazing solution. The 8 Light, pre-finished Oak door with 8 beautiful bevelled panes help to reflect the light to good effect.  If a traditional cottage look is preferred then the Churnet in unfinished Oak veneer with lovely decorative glass including diamond bevels is worth considering.

When choosing an external glazed door then Kershaws have a great choice to suit a variety of property designs. For traditional properties the Ealing Rose has tri-glazed units with encased coloured glass which provides privacy with a beautiful coloured effect if used on the sunny side, this door makes a beautiful Grand Entrance combination as double doors. For custom made sizes and designs the Heritage range offers many options for older properties. In contrast, for more contemporary styling the Mega range of doors offers great versatility with glazed and solid options particularly useful for larger entrance ways. the Pattern 10 external in Oak is the very best option for allowing maximum light into your property.

Kershaws Doors supply a large amount of glazed doors.  The glass used is to regulation safety standards and our chosen ranges often have solid panel options allowing customers greater choice.

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Have you heard of “The Door” TV Show?

Posted on April 25, 2013 by cabl

The DoorThere was a TV show that you may or may not have heard about called “The Door”. Launched in 2010, the show was presented by Amanda Holden and Chris Tarrant. This was a game show featured on ITV1 and was not very successful. I believe there were just two episodes of The Door. With the popular slot of 9pm on a Friday night, this show required good viewing figures to secure the series and I assume this is where it failed.

Celebrities were challenged to face their fears in gruelling challenges, both physical and mental. For example, there were challenges involving foul smells and horrid creatures along with others that tested strength and fitness. The prize was £25,000 for the charity of the winner’s choice and Keith Duffy (singer with boy band BoyZone) was the winner of the first show back in April 2010.

The title “The Door” related to the fact that the contestants had to pass through a door to reach the next challenge and the goal was to be the last celebrity standing.

Choosing a new door can sometimes feel like a major challenge. At Kershaws Doors there are a number of helpful advisers who can answer any questions you may have relating to doors. Whatever stage you are at when looking for a new door, we can help. Maybe you’re just browsing, thinking about a new door or maybe you are comparing different styles of doors. Whether it is a general query such as how do I measure my door or a specific question about one of the doors within our collection such as what is the U-Value of a particular model, you can be sure that the person on the other end of the phone will be able to help you. Give us a call on 0845 46719 10 or 01274 604488.

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Can we save the Bradford Odeon? Kershaws Doors Hope So

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Angie

Kershaws Doors Ltd distribute timber doors throughout the UK via our website 1doors.co.uk. Our family business, started in 1999, has a showroom and head office in Bradford, West Yorkshire. The family have strong links with the city going back many generations; consequently, we take an avid interest in what is happening in the City of Bradford.

Recently there has been a lot of discussion about building projects (or the lack of) in the city of Bradford. The media have homed in on what is called the ‘Big Hole’ in the Centre, which is awaiting a final decision by Westfield regarding a new shopping complex. In addition, there is controversy surrounding the former 1930’s Art Deco Odeon cinema, which has been empty since the 1990’s. Recent news releases have stated that the cinema appears to be saved from demolition after many years of campaigning, however, nothing concrete (to excuse the pun) is decided. 

I have a keen interest in architecture and since thesave-the-bradford-odeon_l 1960’s many beautiful building have been demolished in the city, which has been a concern to me and many other Bradford citizens. I look forward to the revival of the Odeon as a grand edifice along with the Alhambra Theatre at its side.

The Odeon Cinema was originally called the New Victoria Theatre, and building works started in 1928 on the site of William Whittaker’s former brewery. The building was commissioned by Provincial Cinematograph Theatres and designed by local architect William Illingworth FRIBA who created a building slightly different to the clean-cut lines of the Art Deco buildings of the time. The style had an Italian Renaissance and Spanish influence with additional Moorish domes in keeping with the Alhambra Theatre across the road. Boasting 3,500 seats, a ballroom, restaurant and afternoon tea café this building was a true asset to the community.

Here is one of my family anecdotes. My mother went to watch a film at the original Odeon Cinema in Manchester Road on Saturday, 31st August 1940. Late that evening Hitler’s Luftwaffe bombed Bradford destroying many buildings including badly damaging the Odeon. My grand parents awaited news, but unknown to them, my mother, who was a keen dancer, had changed her plans to dancing at the New Victoria Ballroom instead. Dancing was in progress when the first bombs dropped and a thump was felt, the band momentarily stopped playing, then continued for the ‘jitter-bugging’ dancers while the raid was in progress. This was a very fortunate decision for my mum and all our family.

In September 1950 the name of the theatre was changed to the Gaumont with emphasis on film with a refurbishment in 1954 to rejuvenate the beautiful interior.

The Beatles played at the Gaumont on Saturday 2nd February 1963; they were a ‘bottom of the bill’ support act to 16-year old Helen Shapiro. The original Odeon Cinema closed in March 1969 and subsequently demolished. The name Odeon was transferred to this former New Victoria/Gaumont building. This renaming has led to some confusion since, particularly in people’s reminiscences. Regardless of any future name the building is given I hope, as do many Bradford citizens, that this local icon is given the refurbishment it deserves and becomes a useful commodity to the area again.

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The Doors: a musical phenomena still fondly remembered

Posted on April 22, 2013 by cabl

 

The Doors

The Doors

This Blog post is dedicated to the American rock band The Doors. When writing a Blog for a door company it doesn’t seem right to ignore such an obvious topic! And we’re a musical lot anyway.

The band, The Doors, was formed in 1965 in California and they had a number of successful albums in the 1960′s and 70′s before they disbanded in 1973. Members of the band were Jim Morrison (vocalist), Ray Manzarek (keyboard), John Densomore (drummer) and Robby Krieger (guitar).

Apparently, a line from the book “The Doors of Perception” which was written by Aldous Huxley inspired the bands name.

‘The Doors’ first album was recorded in August 1966. The self-titled album features singles including “Break on Through (To the Other Side)” and “Light My Fire”.

During a live concert in 1967, Morrison was arrested. He was dragged from the stage and was the first rock artist to be arrested during a public performance. It is claimed that there were tensions within the group due to Morrison’s addiction to alcohol and drugs.

Despite the arrest on stage, this was not the most controversial concert by the Doors. Morrison caused outrage at a performance in Miami in 1969 when Morrison was arrested for exposing himself, using abusive language and being drunk whilst on stage.

Jim Morrison died on 3rd July 1971 at the very young age of 27. The remaining members of the Doors attempted to continue, following his death, with Krieger and Manzarek taking over the vocals. They managed to release two further albums before disbanding in 1973.

There have been a number of re-releases of The Doors’ albums and various live versions. In fact they are still releasing albums with the launch of “Live at the Bowl ’68“, including previously unreleased hits. They also continue to receive significant awards and praise. This is a band that has achieved some amazing accolades in their time.

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‘The Big Tree’ is a translation of Doha the capital of Qatar

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Angie
Doha Door

One of the elaborate doors spotted on the streets of Doha

Recently I visited Qatar to see family and experienced first hand the emerging modern capital city of Doha.  As a first time visitor to an Arabic country I went with an open mind regarding the culture, history, people and experiences.  I found the Qatari’s a very welcoming people and the massive building programme, taking place in Doha, is phenomenal. Both the local and international food was excellent though costly, and hotels are to a high standard.

As a member of the Kershaws Doors team I was also intrigued to find out that the word ‘Doha’ means Big Tree which is fascinating as we are a timber door supplier.

Qatar is a small country, jutting out into the Persian Gulf, approximately an hours flight north from Abu Dhabi. It is currently ruled by Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifu Al Thani. Historically this small country relied upon fishing and pearling for its economic wealth yet it suffered a depression in the early 1930’s when Japan began to export cheaper, cultured pearls.  However, during the late 1930’s oil was discovered in the country and later Gas reserves, which have led to Qatar’s substantial wealthy in recent times.

The Emirs of Qatar used their new found wealth to clear slum areas and set about replacing them with modern buildings and recently some amazing sky touching towers have emerged for both commercial use and for international hotel chains. Consequently, this has meant that any historical structures have gone and there is only one wind tower left to represent an early building.

Doha has also reclaimed some land from the sea and it can be seen in the development called the Pearl.

Museum Door

Detail view of the carving on a door in the museum

During my visit I visited the Museum of Islamic art (the day after our very own Prince Charles also visited).  This museum is a must see experience, apart from the beautiful objects on view, the building itself is an architectural gem and anyone interested in art and architecture should certainly visit this national treasure.  It houses Islamic artefacts such as manuscripts, textiles and ceramics collected from the late 1980’s originating from Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Spain, Turkey, Central Asia and India.

The museum opened on the 22nd November 2008 and is the first of it’s kind to be built in the Persian Gulf.  The building’s architect was I M Pei and a team led by JM Wimotte of Wilmotte Associates designed the interiors and gallery spaces. Pei was aged 91 when he was persuaded out of retirement to undertake this massive project.  He proceeded to travel around the Muslim world for six months to research and learn about Muslim architecture and history in order to draw some inspiration.  Pei turned down the suggested sites, as he wanted the building to stand alone without other buildings conflicting with the structure. Ultimately it was decided to build the museum on the water approximately 195 feet (59 m) off the Corniche that runs along the waters edge and was then surrounded by a park.

Look out for further Blog about my visit, as there was a lot to see and many photographs taken.

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Door Quiz

Posted on April 17, 2013 by cabl

Door Quiz

So this blog post will be a little different. I have created a quiz that is based around doors and words that sound like doors (some are a little tenuous, I must admit!).

Every answer contains the word “door” or a word that sounds like door:

Quiz Clues:

1. A small rodent that typically hibernates for up to six months a year or more.

2. An American word that means sleeping quarters for a number of people, such as you might find in a boarding school.

3. An American actress and singer, born in 1924, star of film Pillow Talk. She was also famous for being an animal activist.

4. A historic market town in Dorset, which is located on the banks of the River Frome (also the name of one of the Kershaws Doors collection of wooden doors).

5. The name given to the fin that is on the backs of various fish and other marine life animals. In the film Jaws, the sight of this in the sea was the warning of a tragedy about to happen.

6. Another word for inactive or sleeping, this can mean laying temporarily out of action.

7. English actress born in 1931, she was a blonde bombshell who appeared in a number of films including Lady Godiva Rides Again.

8. Most famous catchphrase of Larry Grayson and the name of his first TV show launched in 1972.

9. A word that means to move slowly and aimlessly.

10. A slang word for a stupid person, originally an American term but widely used here in the UK as well.

 

 

 

This is a light hearted blog. However, Kershaws Doors Ltd take the subject of internal and external wooden doors very seriously.

Quiz Answers:
1. Dormouse
2. Dormitory
3. Doris Day
4. Dorchester
5. Dorsal fin
6. Dormant
7. Diana Dors
8. Shut that Door
9. Dawdle
10. Dork
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How do we choose our Custom Door Designs ? It’s a thoughtful process.

Posted on April 13, 2013 by Angie

In February I wrote a Blog explaining why we also supply Made to Measure timber doors.  The sales of Custom Made, bespoke timber doors styles are an ever increasing part of Kershaws Doors business as we supply quality products for this particular market. This Blog itemises some of the particular styles we currently supply. Remember that custom made doors take longer to arrive as they are specially made for individual customers.

We have chosen a very reliable supply chain for both the internal and external Made To Measure doors. Our suppliers produce high grade products at a price reasonable to our customers, who, particularly when embarking upon a renovation or new-build project, are looking for the best price in timber doors.

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The custom styles we have chosen are based upon customer’s preferences and requests made over the years. All styles within the internal bespoke ranges, are available as Fire Door options.  If you are looking for custom made timber doors then click bespoke on the internal door drop down menu and custom on the external menu.

 

The internal Doors are constructed using modern techniques with real timber Clear Pine or Oak veneers with substantial, interlocking lipped edges and solid timber mouldings.
Contemporary styles are well suited to modern properties, loft and apartment conversions.

 

 

Various Custom DoorsThe Saltbox and London designs are ideal for traditional properties from Georgian to the Victorian era.  In addition when renovating post-war properties the Custom Pattern 30 range in Clear pine is ideal for staining or painting.

The External Doors are hand crafted using modern and traditional techniques.

Heritage DoorsThe Heritage Range is ideal for period properties yet will compliment the demands of modern living.

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Door Company says Spring Has Sprung so buy a new door

Posted on April 10, 2013 by cabl
Spring

Spring has sprung at Kershaws Doors

I love this time of year. The first shoots of life are beginning to peek through, we are starting to see lighter nights and I am looking forward to the possibility of some warmer weather.

Now is a good time to think about a good spring clean inside and outside at home. I thought I’d write about a few jobs you might want to tackle.

Think about your garden. It is about now that you will be ready to mow the lawn for the first time. You should have a good tidy up including clearing away all the leaves.

Inside your home you will benefit from a good clean up. Cleaning the windows inside and out is a good start. Sorting through your cupboards and wardrobes is a refreshing task and opens a door for new items. If the weather allows it, get some fresh air into your home by opening up your windows to let the fresh spring breeze in.

Once you’ve had a good spruce about the place why not treat yourself to some lovely fresh flowers that will add the finishing touch to your clean, uncluttered home.

Have a good look around. What are the big jobs you have been putting off in your home? Often we work through our decorating jobs room by room but this sometimes means we miss the bigger jobs. What about your doors? Is it time to replace them? Do you need an external door? Are you in need of an external front door? Or change your internal doors? Give your home the best first impression! You know your property deserves the best.

Kershaws Doors offers a wide range of internal and external doors. Take a look through the collection on the website where you will find a wide range of modern and traditional styles of doors.

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