--- title: Windows & Doors Advice & Guides | SM Windows & Doors York | Doors (5) description: Doors | Expert advice on windows, doors, glazing and home improvements from SM Windows & Doors, York. Costs, buying guides, repairs, regulations and design inspiration. 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[SM Windows & Doors Jul 13, 2026, 3:08:00 PM](https://smwindowsanddoors.co.uk/blog/author/sm-windows-doors) [Doors](https://smwindowsanddoors.co.uk/blog/tag/doors) 3 Min Read ### [Composite Door Styles: Choosing the Right Look](https://smwindowsanddoors.co.uk/blog/composite-door-styles-choosing-the-right-look) Composite doors come in a wonderful range of designs, and part of the fun of buying one is picking the look ... [SM Windows & Doors Jul 10, 2026, 9:05:00 AM](https://smwindowsanddoors.co.uk/blog/author/sm-windows-doors) [Doors](https://smwindowsanddoors.co.uk/blog/tag/doors) 3 Min Read ### [Green Front Door Colour Ideas for a Fresh Look](https://smwindowsanddoors.co.uk/blog/green-front-door-colour-ideas-for-a-fresh-look) Green is having a proper moment on front doors, and it is easy to see why. It feels natural, calm and a bit ... 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