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We all love warm and cosy cottages, don’t we? But you know what’s something that brings out the magic of cottages other than their warm colours and cosy atmosphere? Their doors! Or, to be more specific, Ledge and Brace doors!

There is a reason behind every vintage thing carrying a feeling of comfort and classy.

Similarly, Ledge and Brace doors, despite the fact that they’re mere doors in one’s house, do wonders with their appearance!

If you’re unfamiliar with the glory of Ledge and Brace doors, let me introduce you first.

The ledge and brace doors are made of Hardwood. Planks of wood are assembled together to make the door which is supported by horizontal 'ledges' and diagonal 'braces'.

Talking about its brief history, in the earliest time, there were various types of doors. One of the most common were double-plank doors which are constructed by assembling vertical planks supported by horizontal planks. By the 17th century, four-plank doors became quite popular.
Initially, these planks were assembled using the treenails but eventually, woodworkers started using iron nails which resulted in longer life of the doors.

By the 19th century, these doors were mechanized and became what we know today as ‘Ledge and Brace doors.'

The reason behind their popularity is believed to be the simple construction which makes them easier to maintain. All doors eventually start rotting at places that ask for an absolute replacement, however, if you have a Ledge and Brace door, you can simply get that decaying part replaced by a new one and not necessarily the entire door.

Today, Ledge and Brace Doors are commonly found in cottages and modern houses - both, urban and country.

They're one of the most affordable door options which are highly durable and come in various standard sizes and custom designs. At Wittswood you'll find a wide variety of Ledge and Brace doors. You can have a Ledge and Brace door kit!

While there are endless variations of Ledge and Brace doors, in this article we will feature some of the most popular and durable Ledge and Brace door options. 

You can find all the featured Ledge and Brace Doors Made-to-Measure at Wittswood store.

Ledge and Brace Door

We all love a traditional, simple Ledge and Brace door! Ledge and Brace doors are elegant and bring warmth to the room. That cosy feeling of a cottage. At Wittswood you can get Ledge and Brace doors as both - a ready-made door or a kit.

What is the difference? When you go for a ready-made door, all you need to do is give us the required size and finish. You get the door complete and ready to be installed except for the diagonal braces. We deliver loose diagonal braces so you can decide on which side you'd like to hang your door.

The kit, on the other hand, comes with all the machined parts ready to be assembled and glued together.

 

Ledge and Brace Door with Arch

A smooth door with Arch never runs out of style and through history, even to this very day, it has retained its popularity!

A Ledge and Brace Door with Arch door brings a traditional and aesthetic appeal to the doors, and therefore your home. At Wittswood we cut arch as per the customer's template or depending on the size of the door.

 

Ledge and Brace Butt and Bead Door

Ledge and Brace doors with Butt and Bead planks? I’m so in!

If you’re unfamiliar, bead and butt are the wooden planks that carry a thin coating of beads running along the edge. As a finished door, the planks fit against each other with a thin bead separating each plank. Add the ledges and braces to the door and…viola! You end up with a neat and stylish door!

The Bead and Butt can be purchased as a ready-made door and a kit!

 

Red Oak Ledge and Brace Door

Do you live on a busy street? Or is your house noisy? If yes, then you must go for Red Oak! It excludes noises and allows you a calming environment, moreover, it is also a great insulator. To point out some more qualities, it is also affordable, durable and stylish! Trust me, it’s the best option!

Thinking about Ledge and Brace? Must go for Red Oak Ledge and Brace Door for these bonus qualities of Red Oak!

 

Red Oak Ledge and Brace Door Butt and Bead

Add the elegance of Butt and Bead with the various qualities of Red Oak and apply them to the timeless Ledge and Brace Doors! Now that’s something no one would want to miss out on! It’s a powerful door indeed!

Get the ready-made door or a kit! And enjoy the perks of three great elements in one product!

 

Ledge and Brace Glazed Panel Door

When it comes to doors, we all want a little privacy but also want to see what’s out there. Imagine a room with no view of the outside world! Awful, isn’t it? Exactly my point! Therefore a Panel door makes us feel safer and a little view of the world outside keeps our own home environment feeling freer.

Add Ledge and Brace Glazed Panel Door and… perfect! Our standard doors are glued and air nailed together. The option of screw and pellet is also available.

 

Ledge and Brace Stable Door

Accept it or not but Stable Doors make us all feel a little excited! Moreover, swipe through any interview of Vogue’s 73 Questions and you’ll find a good couple of celebrities greeting the camera from behind their Stable Doors!

If you aren’t familiar, stable doors allow you to open the upper or the bottom half of the door independently. They’re one of the trendiest doors!

Get the magical tough of Ledges and Braces on your Stable Door with its endless qualities to exude glamour and embrace security! That’s a rare combination so you should definitely go for it!

 

Ledge and Brace Door screwed and bolted

Adding extra stiles to a Ledge and Brace door and constructing one using screws and bolts with the ledges integrated into the stiles, we get this masterpiece.

Since a lot of tools and work go into making this door, the Ledge and Brace Door Screwed and Bolted holds more strength than other doors and therefore makes an ideal option for your house's security with an element of style. These qualities make it the best door for external use. Safety with a style statement? In Simon Cowell's voice, I don't like it, I LOVE IT!!

At Wittswood, all doors are made of solid European Oak. They give a rustic character and have natural knots.

If you choose to go for an unfinished product, knots will not be filled. However, if you go for a Lacquered or Oiled finish, all knots will be filled and sealed. You can also go for a clean prime finish, free from knots or imperfections!

All our doors are handmade in our factory in Lincolnshire, therefore we can adhere to any custom sizes, styles or any other specifications you require. Doors are available to buy as a kit or as a ready-made door.

What are you waiting for then? Get your Ledge and Brace installed now and embrace the warmth and safety it brings to your home environment.

In fact, why not switch to Hardwood entirely? It has endless benefits!

Learn about the pros and cons of Hardwood and its various other alternatives with an insight into its durability and affordability! Formulate the right Hardwood flooring option for your house with our Honest Guide to Wood Floor Installation!

Or directly call us! We’ll be happy to assist you! Wittswood has been in the woodwork industry for decades and prides itself on it. We bring the best Hardwood solution for you and your home décor! Call us @ 01205 722 700!

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Here’s to strong, stylish doors and the security of your home!