Self-build resources

Discover Deuren's internal bespoke and made-to-measure door sets at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show this March.

Discover how Deuren’s made-to-measure door sets can help you achieve your dream home, reflect your style and make your investment worthwhile.

Discover unparalleled value with Deuren doors. Experience the perfect blend of quality craftsmanship, affordability, and efficiency.

Embarking on a self-build project? Grab your calendar and book into a self-build home show. Here, we share our selection of unmissable events for the year ahead.

Embarking on a self-build project? Grab your calendar and book into a self-build home show. Here, we share our selection of unmissable events for the year ahead.

Explore the rich history of wreaths, delve into enchanting Christmas traditions, and discover tips for creating stunning designs. From DIY tutorials to professional services, let your front door make a statement this season. Embrace the holiday spirit and transform your home into a festive wonder with a touch of creativity and a dash of seasonal joy!

Discover the measures taken by Deuren to ensure the durability and protection of their timber front and garage doors.

Inspiring self-builders and renovators nationwide: Discover where Deuren has been published this year.

With a thoughtful marriage of design, architecture, lighting, and fittings, a foyer can become a dream gateway to the rest of your home. Learn more.

To encourage self-builders to adopt greener construction methods, the government has introduced tax benefits for sustainable building materials. Learn more.

Passive house standards are raising the roof on sustainable living - but what options are out there, and how can you achieve them?

Financing options, leveraging technology, and identifying fruitful plots - it’s all in our guide to a profitable self-build in a cost-of-living crisis.

House kits: self build project’s key to success? Here, we explain what home self-build kits are, unpack self-build costs, and weigh up the pros and cons.

Proudly British, Deuren is a front, garage, and internal door manufacturer (UK), supporting homegrown talent and heralding many other benefits.

Here, we take a closer look at some of these, including tighter stock control, closer monitoring of product quality and working practices, and a reduced carbon footprint.

Did you know you have a legal right to build or commission your own home, in the area you wish to live? Learn more about the Right To Build scheme…

Door hardware contributes to your home's overall aesthetic. Here, we delve into the finer details - from handles and hinges to internal door and frame sets.

What is a self-build plot, and how do you find plots of land for self-build projects? We answer these questions and highlight key considerations.

What does ‘pre-hung door’ mean?Here, we share what makes up a pre-hung door set and how to install them successfully. Learn more.

Concrete doors can add an understated level of industrial luxury to your home. Here, we explain how to achieve the much-sought-after concrete look.

Can you get a mortgage for self-build projects? What does a self-build mortgage cover? Discover our guide to self-build mortgages, including how to secure one.

Weather put a dampener on your self-build schedule? Here, we highlight some tasks that can be completed irrespective of whatever's going on outside.

Natural light flooding the home helps give rooms a fresh, spacious feel. We explain how to get more natural light in your home and explore interior changes you can make.

In the final stages of your self-build? Here's a checklist for the final activities and considerations required at completion stage, ahead of moving day.

Your self-build project is likely to be the biggest investment of your lifetime. You need to be sure you’ve hired the right builder for the job. Here’s how…

Many building sites ceased work during the earlier stages of lockdown – a necessary decision to keep workers safe. Now, as businesses re-open and life begins to return to some form of normality, many self builders are keen to pick up their projects. This detailed guide should help clue up anyone embarking on a self build as to how work can commence and all workers can stay safe.

With potentially substantially lower costs than if you were to buy an existing home, it’s little wonder more and more people are choosing to self build. It’s an upward trend in the UK and our self-building sector accounts for between 7-10% of completions. If you’re considering taking the leap to build your own home, our helpful guide discusses the all-important considerations for self-build success.

Embarking on a self build? It’s likely the biggest investment of your life and a project you’ve thoroughly planned. However, if you’re a novice, you’re bound to be keen to ensure your build runs according to timelines or you don’t go over budget, for example. Take a look at our guide for some key tips to ensure any budding self builder is as prepared as possible.

Whether you’re building your dream house from the ground up, extending an existing build or carrying out simple interior renovations, a wish list for your dream home is likely your starting point. Smaller budgets will of course mean simpler designs and efforts to maximise space – it’s complexity and fine detail that add to the cost, after all. Your vision will be dictated by your lifestyle, the way you use your living space and your budget. But, if money were no object, what would your dream home look like?

If you’re hoping to kick-start a self-build project later this year, it’s vital you find the right designer for the job – and provide them with a thorough brief. Here, we take a look at why choosing the right architect for your build is the most important decision you’ll make and consider exactly what should be included in their brief.  

Colour-matching brand Pantone has revealed the shade of 2019. We take a look at how you can style Living Coral throughout your home.

We are excited to introduce a new wood into our stock of interior door designs.

Choosing an interior designer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when making changes to your home. The person, their ideology and their style will impact how your home looks. We’ve given you some top tips below for choosing the right interior designer for your project.

Making the use of small spaces in your home is efficient and can add a contemporary edge, so we’ve put together some smart ideas to cleverly utilise the small areas in your house. The space under your stairs presents endless possibilities to suit near enough everyone.

If you’re wanting to build something new, make a major change to your building (e.g. building an extension) or change the use of your building, you’ll probably need planning permission. You can find out if your project will need planning permission here.

Good quality contemporary internal doors can dramatically affect the style and feel of a house. They are the key centre pieces of a room, making the first impression as visitors as they enter your home.

When choosing a door for your home, it’s worthwhile taking some time to consider the material within its core. A quick look at the pros and cons of both solid and hollow doors to make an informed decision will pay off. The type of material contained within your door can make a difference to its durability, life expectancy and many other aspects.

We have opened our brand new on-site showroom, in readiness for further growth and the unveiling of our latest product lines. We have crafted more than 7000 doors since bringing our manufacturing operations in-house in 2014, and we have achieved steady substantial growth.

We know that internal doors are a vital part of your house’s overall look, and you need to take care when deciding what type and style you’re going to go for. Various factors need to be taken into consideration, such as your current living space, as well as functionality.

Changing internal doors can instantly update a space and breathe new life into your home. If you’re wondering if hanging a door is a task you can undertake yourself or you’re questioning whether you should bring in a carpenter or installer, take a look at the key pointers below to help your decision.