Exterior Doors
Exterior Doors – Designed For Style & Function
At Paraparaumu Doors & Joinery, we believe your exterior doors should be as unique as your home. Whether you're after timeless charm or modern flair, you dream it – we can make it!
All our exterior doors are handcrafted in our Paraparaumu factory, using high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship.
French Doors
Elegant and versatile, French doors are perfect for creating a grand entrance or connecting indoor and outdoor spaces.
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Available with side lights or overlights
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Can be configured to open in or out
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Choose from traditional or modern designs
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Custom-made to suit your space and style
Bifolding Doors
Maximise your indoor-outdoor flow with beautifully crafted bifold doors.
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Ideal for patios, decks, and entertaining areas
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Options from two doors folding each way to six doors folding one way
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Smooth operation and space-saving design
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Available in timber or aluminium joinery
Sliding Doors
A smart solution for large openings, tight spaces, and where you want to maximise light.
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Perfect for areas where hinged doors aren’t practical
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Clean, modern look with wide glass panels
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Great for capturing views and natural light
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Custom sizes and configurations available
Timber Exterior Doors
Available Timber Options
Stain Quality Cedar
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Rich, warm tones with natural grain; perfect for elegant, timeless designs
Yellow Cedar (also known as Alaskan Yellow Cedar)
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Pale yellow to light golden timber, typically straight-grained with a fine, uniform texture
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It finishes smoothly and holds paint and stains well
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Naturally resistant to rot, insects, and even marine borers, making it ideal for outdoor and marine applications and is the hardest of all cedars
Stain Quality Vulcan
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Thermally modified for durability and sustainability; ideal for modern homes
Paint Quality Vulcan
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Smooth and stable, ready for any colour finish
American Oak
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A premium hardwood with a beautiful grain; recommended for weather-protected areas only
Glass Exterior Doors
Clear Float Glass
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Standard flat glass used in many doors and windows
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Offers full visibility and natural light
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Note: Must be toughened or laminated for safety in doors
Toughened Safety Glass
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Heat-treated for extra strength
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Shatters into small, blunt pieces if broken—safer than standard glass
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Required by NZ Building Code for most exterior doors
Laminated Safety Glass
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Two layers of glass bonded with a vinyl interlayer
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Holds together when broken, improving safety and security
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Also reduces UV and noise transmission
Double Glazing (IGUs)
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Two panes of glass separated by a sealed air or gas-filled space
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Improves thermal insulation and reduces condensation
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Minimum requirement for new builds under NZ Building Code
Low-E (Low Emissivity) Glass
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Coated to reflect heat while allowing light through
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Enhances energy efficiency—keeps interiors warmer in winter and cooler in summer
Obscure or Frosted Glass
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Textured or etched to provide privacy while still letting in light
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Ideal for bathrooms, entry doors, or side panels
Tinted Glass
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Reduces glare and solar heat gain
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Offers added privacy and UV protection
Decorative or Leadlight Glass
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Custom designs using coloured, bevelled, or patterned glass
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Adds character and visual appeal to entry doors
Changing the glass in your exterior door can completely transform the look and feel of a space. From subtle texture to bold visual interest, the right glass choice adds depth and character. We source our glass from trusted suppliers: Glasslines, and Metro.
