The surveying of aluminium doors is an important step that must take place at the right time during construction or renovation. We make everything to measure. If we survey when the floor has already been laid and the walls are finished, we take measurements accurate to the millimetre. This is how we ensure that the door fits as snugly as possible. By only surveying the doors once the finishing of the floors and walls is complete, the doors fit the door opening precisely and you prevent adjustments afterwards.

It confirms a steel door or wall, custom-made and of high quality, within a modern interior.

What do we mean by ‘fully finished’?

Before measuring your steel doors takes place, a number of things in the room must be completed. Any new floor must be finished, or finished to the correct level, so that the door fits precisely.

The walls and ceiling must also be finished, including plastering or panel work. This is because small deviations directly affect the dimensions. In addition, any skirting boards or finishing trims must be fixed so that these can be taken into account. Do the skirting boards still need to be fitted? Do this after installing the door. Do you have a wooden or MDF skirting board? Then we can rout these on site, but our preference in that case is to fit the skirting boards only after the installation.

Only when these components are ready will the measuring provide reliable dimensions. This is important for a good production of your doors. This applies to both pivot doors, steel pivot doors, sliding doors as rebated doors.

Why measuring in a finished situation is so important

Are measurements taken too early? Then you run the risk of the doors not fitting properly. A floor that is raised later on or a wall that is finished quickly changes the dimensions by a few centimetres. That seems like a small difference, but it has major consequences for doors that are manufactured precisely to measure.

Incorrect dimensions can lead to gaps, a door that doesn't close properly, or even the need for a new production run. Therefore, it is important to take measurements only when all other elements have been fitted.

How the measurement process works

During the survey we will discuss your requirements, so that we can get started properly. Afterwards, we will measure the doorway precisely using professional equipment.

For each type of door we pay attention to specific things, such as the turning circle for a pivot door or the position of the rail for a sliding door. We also record the distribution of the glass and the chosen handle. Finally, we take photos and discuss the results, so you can be sure that everything is correct for production.

What if the situation is not yet completely ready?

Are you still in the finishing phase? Then it is wise to start thinking ahead about measuring the doors. Good preparation prevents delays, after all. That makes the measuring appointment much more efficient. Consult with your contractor to check whether there are any pipes or underfloor heating present near the doorway. Furthermore, keep the opening free of loose materials. This allows exact measurements to be taken and the doors to be produced to the correct size straight away.

If you carry out these points step by step, the measuring process will run smoothly and the doors will be made to the correct size immediately. Would you like to be sure that everything is properly arranged? Drop by one of our showrooms in Nunspeet, Barendrecht, Mijdrecht or Veghel, or choose contact us Dr.