When shopping for doors, the low price tag of cheap doors can be tempting. However, what seems like a bargain upfront often leads to regrets down the line. Here are three critical things they don’t tell you about cheap doors and why investing in premium options is the smarter choice.
They Won’t Tell You About the Materials Used
Cheap doors are typically made from low quality materials like thin plywood, hollow cores, or inferior metals. While they may look fine initially, these materials are prone to wear and tear, warping, or even breaking within a few years. In Singapore’s humid climate, such doors are especially vulnerable to swelling and damage from moisture.
Solution:
Opt for premium laminate door or solid wooden doors designed to withstand Singapore’s challenging weather conditions. Not only are they more durable, but they also save you the hassle and cost of frequent replacements.
2. Poor Fire Resistance
SCDF Safety regulations in Singapore often require doors to have some level of fire resistance. Cheap doors made from low grade materials usually lack this critical feature, putting your home and family at greater risk during emergencies.
Solution:
Premium fire rated doors are engineered to slow down the spread of fire, giving you valuable time in case of an emergency. They also comply with Singapore’s safety standards, offering peace of mind.
3. Limited Digital Lock Compatibility
As smart homes become more popular, the demand for digital locks has skyrocketed. However, many cheap doors lack the structural integrity to support advanced digital locks. Worse, fire rated digital locks are only compatible with fire-rated doors. Attempting to install these on non fire rated or low-quality doors could lead to SCDF safety violations and functionality issues.
Unfortunately, some sellers may not inform you about the Singapore government’s strict safety regulations regarding fire rated doors and locks. According to these rules, fire-rated digital locks must be installed only on fire-rated doors to ensure compliance and maintain fire safety standards. Ignoring this requirement or installing a fire-rated lock on a non-fire-rated door not only violates legal guidelines but also compromises the security.
Solution
Premium doors are specifically designed with digital lock compatibility in mind. Fire rated doors are the ideal choice for pairing with fire rated digital locks, ensuring compliance with SCDF safety standards and providing seamless integration. This combination guarantees not only security but also peace of mind.
Real Time Issues Homeowners Face with Cheap Doors
Many customers come to us after facing the following problems with their cheap doors:
- Frequent Repairs: Loose hinges, cracked panels, and broken locks are common complaints, leading to mounting repair costs.
- Pest Infestation: Poor quality materials like hollow cores attract termites and other pests, causing irreversible damage.
- Weak Security: There are real accounts of break ins where intruders exploited the fragile design of cheap doors.
- Non Compliant with Fire Safety: Cheap doors often fail to meet fire safety requirements, creating unnecessary risks.