Carpentry and Aluminum
Guide to doors and windows types and prices. El-Eman Office provides complete finishing services including carpentry and aluminum works.
Criteria for choosing wooden doors
When planning carpentry and aluminium works, do not look at appearance alone. An interior door has different requirements from the apartment's entrance door. The entrance door needs strength, security and sound insulation, while room doors need to be light and easy to operate. Points to check include leaf thickness, the type of core, the type of wood or facing, the quality of hinges and the lock, and edge protection against moisture. Doors exposed to water, such as bathroom doors, need moisture-resistant materials.
Measuring and installation
- Take measurements from the final opening after plastering and before the flooring goes in, not from the drawings alone.
- Allow for the thickness of the final floor and the door's height above it.
- Set the wooden frame with a spirit level and plumb bob before fixing it firmly.
- Leave suitable operating clearances so the door does not rub on the floor.
- Check each door's opening direction so it suits the layout and furniture.
Aluminium details that decide performance
Good aluminium work is judged by details that are not easy to see: the thickness of the sections, the glass type (single or double, clear or tinted), the quality of rubber gaskets, the type of accessories, rollers and locks, and how it is fixed to the building. Gaskets and joint treatment determine how well water, air and dust are kept out. Windows facing the street or the seafront must also resist salts and wind.
Problems that show up after installation
- A window leaking water because the gap between frame and wall was poorly filled with sealant.
- A door that does not close properly because the frame was fixed out of level.
- Noise or rubbing in sliding windows due to weak rollers or a bent section.
- Wood changing shape because it was exposed to moisture before installation.
- Aluminium not protected during painting, which damages its finish.
Steps for accepting carpentry and aluminium works
At handover, test the work in practice, not by eye alone. Open and close every door and window several times, check that movement is smooth and closing is tight, and inspect colours, scratches, glass and fixing points. Try the locks and keys and confirm the full number is supplied.
- Test for water leakage by pouring water over external windows if in doubt.
- Make sure the gaps around frames are treated and tightly sealed.
- Write comments in one list and hand it over before closing the payment certificate.
Frequently asked questions
When should doors and windows be installed during finishing?
Windows are often installed before or after plastering depending on the system used, and doors at a suitable stage before or after the floors depending on the frame. The installer sets the sequence to avoid damage.
How do I look after aluminium?
Clean it with gentle, non-abrasive products, and check the gaskets and lubricate the rollers periodically.
Can wood and aluminium be combined?
Yes. Wood is used for interior doors and aluminium for windows and facades, keeping colours and details consistent across the whole project.
