Selection of Frames for Doors – Comparison Guide

When choosing door frames, it's essential to understand the strengths and weaknesses of various materials. Here's a clear comparison to help you make the right choice.

🧱 Cement Frames

Advantages: ✅ Strong  ✅ Termite-proof ✅ Fire-resistant

Disadvantages: ❌ Labor-intensive installation ❌ Brittle edges ❌ Lacks aesthetic appeal. ❌ Less durable 

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🪨 Granite Frames

Advantages: ✅ Premium look ✅ Scratch-resistant ✅ Waterproof

Disadvantages: ❌ Expensive ❌ Heavy and difficult to install ❌ Limited design flexibility. ❌ Hectic installation process. ❌ Not possible of carving and emboss. ❌ Less models.

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🌲 Traditional Wood Frames

Advantages: ✅ Natural and rich appearance ✅ Easy to shape and customize  ✅ Good screw-holding capacity

Disadvantages: ❌ Susceptible to termites ❌ Requires regular maintenance ❌ Expensive depending on wood type. ❌ Not moisture resistant.

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♻️ uPVC Frames

Advantages: ✅ Weather-resistant ✅ Offers good thermal insulation

Disadvantages: ❌ Limited design and color options ❌ Lower load-bearing capacity ❌ Can discolor with long UV exposure, ❌ High maintenance costs. 

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🧱🌿 WPC Frames (Wood Plastic Composite) — ⭐ Best Balance Option

Advantages: ✅ 100% Waterproof ✅ Termite ✅ Consistent shape and size ✅ Easy to install and maintain ✅ Ideal for bathroom, kitchen, and modern interiors

 ✅ Borer-proof.  ✅ Screw Holding : If purchased high density and high quality (ABISTA BRANDED WPC FRAMES) best screw gripping is possible. Where 2 hinges can take up to 80 kgs weight. If you compare average size of wooden or Wpc door will weigh of about 20-35 kgs. 

Disadvantages: ❌ Brittleness if purchased low-quality variants ❌ Lacks natural wood grain unless coated.

Recommendation: WPC frames are a smart and modern solution, especially where water resistance and longevity are required. They’re perfect for urban homes, bathrooms, and commercial spaces.