Accoya Wood

The ultimate in longevity

The generic term for Accoya is acetylated wood. Acetylated wood had been studied by wood scientists for many decades before Accoya came to the market. Consequently, there are examples of long term trials where acetylated wood has demonstrated its exceptional performance for stability and weatherproofing. A perfect material for the manufacture of traditional period front and back external doors.

The science and durability

There is a standard European test for the durability (rot resistance) of the timber. It is possible to directly compare the durability of Accoya with that of any other timber, and since we know what to expect from the other timbers we can conclude what to expect from Accoya. Both the BRE (Building Research Establishment) and TRADA (the UK’s leading independent timber research association) support the claims made about the durability of Accoya and therefore we can confidently offer a 10-year warranty on our solid wood period doors.

Why use Accoya?

Your wooden windows and doors should open effortlessly and look flawless all year round and for years to come. With Accoya, they most certainly will.

Naturally insulating, you can lock in the warmth and lock down the price of your energy bills. Notwithstanding the opportunity to save time, money and hassle on maintenance. Using Accoya as the raw material for our traditional entrance doors, it provides a standard and high-quality you can count on.

Superior thermal insulation

Low risk of shrinkage, swelling, jamming, insects and fungi damage, means future repair costs are kept to a minimum. Also, thanks to Accoya’s superior thermal insulation, heat lost through timber windows and external doors is reduced – keeping homes cosy and energy bills down.

Sustainability

It is more environmentally friendly to use sustainably sourced Accoya than uPVC, aluminium and unsustainably sourced hardwood. Boasting not just a lower carbon footprint, Accoya wooden windows and doors actually help remove CO₂ over their life cycle.

What Stands us apart

We are one of the UK’s rare commodities. We create exquisite period solid timber entrance doors which are designed to complement traditional, historic and modern homes, with the latest security and draught excluding technology.

Perfect colour choice

Choose from a range of colours to suit your style. The finish is the result of our painting skills that comes with a meticulous attention to detail.
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The right choice of timber

Accoya is an acetylated wood. It was introduced into the market because of its exceptional performance, stability, weatherproofing and unprecedented reliability.
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A huge choice of glazing

Stained glass, toughened glass, double glazing and security glass are all available for fitting into our traditional period wooden doors.
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Door furniture choice

What is your personal preference? We have an abundance of choice for our customers, all of the highest quality and finishes.
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Thermal protection

Every door comes with the highest standard in U-Value. Each door has a unique insulation layer to reduce the amount of heat lost through the door.
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High security

The heritage locking mechanism is a combination of traditional and high security, operating automatically as soon as the door is closed.
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What Our Clients Say

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Planetwood create the most beautiful doors. I purchased a Victorian door in a beautiful purple paint from PW and it looks absolutely incredible on the front of my Victorian home

Love my new front door. Such a creative team of professionals that kept me informed through the creating, design and delivery of my new door. Best London front door company.

Professional and creative door design company. Would recommend to anyone looking for a proper solid wood front door.

I was looking to purchase a new Victorian front door, and the Planet Wood team replied to my enquiry almost immediately. Their customer service was second to none and they

Planet wood have absolutely blown me away with the detail and skill they have put into making my new 1930s door look stunning. The stained glass looks so amazing with

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