Flat Entrance Doors

Description

An FED Doorset, commonly referred to in the UK construction context, stands for Flat Entrance Door(s) / Front Entrance Door(s). It’s a tailored doorset designed primarily forresidential flat entrances in multi-occupancy buildings, combining security, fire safety, and aesthetic appeal.

🔒 Key Characteristics

• Flat Entrance Door (FED)
  Specifically formatted for entry points into individual flats or shared corridors. These doorsets are built to integrate with communal entrances while offering personal protection.[doorfit.co.uk]
• Front Entrance Door (FED)
  The term is also used by some manufacturers (e.g., Soundcraft) for security-focused, externally installed doors with advanced locking, weather-resistance, fire integrity, and acoustic control. [soundcraft…oors.co.uk]

🔧 Performance & Specifications

• Fire Ratings: Typically FD30S or FD60S, ensuring 30 or 60 minutes of fire and smoke resistance. [doorfit.co.uk], [soundcraft…oors.co.uk]
• Security: Certified to PAS 24 and often achieve Secured by Design status, preventing burglary and forced entry. [soundcraft…oors.co.uk], [doorfit.co.uk]
• Acoustic Insulation: Designed for sound attenuation, generally between 28–44 dB based on build and specification. [doorfit.co.uk], [soundcraft…oors.co.uk]
• Weatherproofing: Engineered for external entrances, offering strong resistance to draughts and moisture. [soundcraft…oors.co.uk], [doorfit.co.uk]

🏗️ Typical Features

• Material & Finish: Options include timber or composite, finished in laminates, PVC, or factory-applied coatings.
• Hardware & Ironmongery:
  • Multi-point locking and reinforced latches for enhanced security.
  • Fire-rated seals to maintain FD rating.
  • Door closers, letterboxes, viewers, and signage included. [doorfit.co.uk]

🏢 Applications

• Residential Developments:
  • Flat entrance doors leading to communal areas or corridors. [doorfit.co.uk]
  • Communal entrance doors in blocks of flats or apartments, ensuring secure, fire-rated boundaries. [doorfit.co.uk]
• Multi-Occupancy Buildings:
  • Student housing, care homes, or other communal residential setups that require regulated safety and entry control.