Case studies

Many of the properties operated by housing associations across the UK are homes which were constructed as part of the post-war building boom. Although these houses are usually structurally sound, the original 1950s entrance doors simply don't meet modern standards of security and style.

A small door opening, a narrow hall, and a staircase with a stair lift posed a tricky access problem for The London Borough of Harrow Council. A little bit of lateral thinking, and some clever design by Manse Masterdor ltd, solved the problem and allowed the occupant to remain in his home.

With the social housing sector managing large numbers of properties, sourcing a door system flexible enough in design terms to suit a variety of property styles can be a problem.

Finding a door and sidescreen system which is low maintenance, has a high security performance and offers a choice of styles and colours is a challenge facing local authority specifiers across Scotland.

Manse Masterdor ltd first received its Secured by Design* licence covering 49 door styles in November 2000. Since hen 12 more door styles have been added, making an incredible total of 61.