Hello forum,
I have now read extensively, watched videos, and gathered quotes. Initially, I considered a door from OBI, but the standard size (110cm x 220cm (43 inches x 87 inches)) does not fit. In the end, I have narrowed it down to three suppliers:
1. Köster aluminum front door (only with the "Security Package 2," which adds over 300 euros extra): about 3200
2. Groke aluminum front door (standard RC2): about 2800
3. Hörmann "Thermosafe," currently a promotional front door, all features included, unlike the other two it has an overlapping sash (which I find more attractive, but wouldn’t otherwise pay the 500-euro premium). RC3. Price about 2950
All doors: no sidelights.
I believe I read here in the forum (and elsewhere) that Groke and Köster are good choices. Both doors have a depth of over 9cm (3.5 inches) and seem very solid. I am unsure about the Hörmann (depth 8cm (3 inches)). The Thermosafe is considered upper class, while the Thermocarbon is too expensive for me. Hörmann probably has the best insulation value and the highest security rating. But, as a sales manager told me yesterday: it’s a DIY store door you won’t find in specialist stores – and he dismissed it as cheap quality.
Inotherm, Bayerwald, and similar brands are out of consideration—simply too expensive.
The saying "Your front door is your business card" is useless for me because the whole external appearance doesn’t matter if the person behind the door is forgettable. After a short time (about two minutes), even the most beautiful front door can’t save you if the person makes you want to run away.
I like all the suggested doors. I’m looking for a tasteful door, but I don’t spend 15 minutes daily on a nice day in front of the door with a coffee in my hand admiring the artwork. So aesthetics are not a discussion point for me.
Wood is not an option.
Who here in the forum can share experience to help me with my decision? I would appreciate any tips.
I have now read extensively, watched videos, and gathered quotes. Initially, I considered a door from OBI, but the standard size (110cm x 220cm (43 inches x 87 inches)) does not fit. In the end, I have narrowed it down to three suppliers:
1. Köster aluminum front door (only with the "Security Package 2," which adds over 300 euros extra): about 3200
2. Groke aluminum front door (standard RC2): about 2800
3. Hörmann "Thermosafe," currently a promotional front door, all features included, unlike the other two it has an overlapping sash (which I find more attractive, but wouldn’t otherwise pay the 500-euro premium). RC3. Price about 2950
All doors: no sidelights.
I believe I read here in the forum (and elsewhere) that Groke and Köster are good choices. Both doors have a depth of over 9cm (3.5 inches) and seem very solid. I am unsure about the Hörmann (depth 8cm (3 inches)). The Thermosafe is considered upper class, while the Thermocarbon is too expensive for me. Hörmann probably has the best insulation value and the highest security rating. But, as a sales manager told me yesterday: it’s a DIY store door you won’t find in specialist stores – and he dismissed it as cheap quality.
Inotherm, Bayerwald, and similar brands are out of consideration—simply too expensive.
The saying "Your front door is your business card" is useless for me because the whole external appearance doesn’t matter if the person behind the door is forgettable. After a short time (about two minutes), even the most beautiful front door can’t save you if the person makes you want to run away.
I like all the suggested doors. I’m looking for a tasteful door, but I don’t spend 15 minutes daily on a nice day in front of the door with a coffee in my hand admiring the artwork. So aesthetics are not a discussion point for me.
Wood is not an option.
Who here in the forum can share experience to help me with my decision? I would appreciate any tips.
Schimi179119 Jan 2021 07:26KPVGN schrieb:
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In the first days, it felt inspiring. After those days, it brought joy, then pleasure, and then now and then I noticed: nice.
By now, I think: Hmm, that was once accompanied by more feelings at the beginning.
...... so true ... so true ... 🙂
This thread fits my current topic.
Does anyone have experience with front doors from HDE Gescher?
Schimi179119 Jan 2021 07:37I received a new offer for a door from Köster with some extra features like 7-point Multitronic locking, fingerprint access, and so on. However, the front door can only be remotely controlled under certain conditions, for example via an app. The camera and similar devices would need to be mounted externally on the wall. They also suggested I inquire with HDE, as they apparently offer better options regarding the app and front door integration. A first look at HDE’s website leaves a positive impression, even though I couldn’t find a specific option like that. At least, they offer a fingerprint scanner from ekey. Are the motorized locks likely made by Fuhr?
Ideally, a front door that already includes a camera module and has the corresponding controls built into the door itself would be perfect, so nothing extra would need to be mounted on the wall.
Ideally, a front door that already includes a camera module and has the corresponding controls built into the door itself would be perfect, so nothing extra would need to be mounted on the wall.
Schimi179119 Jan 2021 09:31The "bare" front door was offered to us for just over €2,300 net (Köster).
- triple locking system
- construction depth 92 mm (3.6 inches)
- triple glazing
- concealed hinges
If you forego the construction depth 92 mm (3.6 inches), a price under €2,000 net should be achievable.
The complete package including Multi-Tronic, fingerprint scanner, and some minor customizations amounts to approximately €4,000 net.
- triple locking system
- construction depth 92 mm (3.6 inches)
- triple glazing
- concealed hinges
If you forego the construction depth 92 mm (3.6 inches), a price under €2,000 net should be achievable.
The complete package including Multi-Tronic, fingerprint scanner, and some minor customizations amounts to approximately €4,000 net.
