Crittall Door Design Ideas To Transform Your Home
- April 22, 2025
- General
The iconic silhouette of Crittall doors has enjoyed a remarkable resurgence in recent years, evolving from their industrial origins to become a sought-after design element in homes across the UK.
With their distinctive steel frames and generous glazing, Crittall doors offer a perfect balance of heritage appeal and contemporary style. At Lightfoot Windows, the UK’s premier Crittall supplier since 1935, we’ve helped countless homeowners transform their living spaces with these timeless door styles. Here, we explore inspiring Crittall door design ideas (both internal and external doors!) to help you reimagine your home.
The range of Crittall door designs
Authentic Crittall doors offer versatility that few other door styles can match. From the classic external door designs to elegant internal screens, Crittall doors can be configured to suit virtually any opening size or architectural style. Their distinctive steel frames can be finished in the iconic black steel that has become synonymous with the Crittall name, or customised with an RAL finish to complement any interior design scheme.
The beauty of Crittall design lies in its adaptability—whether you’re working with period design in a Victorian property or creating a contemporary look in a modern extension, these steel doors can be tailored to complement an existing property while adding industrial flair.
Interior Crittall doors design ideas: creating definition without boundaries
Interior Crittall doors are adored across the UK for their ability to completely transform an internal space.
Partitioning space without blocking light, interior Crittall doors are a favourite among homeowners seeking to maintain an open feel while creating distinct areas.
Room dividers with character
When used as room dividers, Crittall internal doors create a cohesive look throughout your home while providing a way to break up large open plan areas.
The inherent strength of Crittall steel profiles allows for larger glass panels than would be possible with alternative materials, maximising natural light flow between spaces. We also offer different glazing options including coloured, reeded or frosted glass to control light levels and provide privacy where needed.
The versatility of Crittall internal doors and screens makes them a popular choice in kitchen-dining areas, for example, as beautiful floor-to-ceiling Crittall doors can be fully opened for entertaining or closed to contain cooking aromas when needed.
Unlike walls or solid dividers, the distinctive clean lines of Crittall steel provide an elegant and sophisticated style, taking interior design schemes to new heights. Additionally, our hardware options complement the doors’ geometric pattern, with lever handle features that combine form and function.
Study spaces and home offices
As remote working becomes increasingly common, many homeowners are incorporating dedicated workspaces into their living areas.
Crittall internal doors provide a practical solution, creating visual separation while allowing natural light to penetrate into the home. For those concerned about acoustics, Crittall doors can be specified with appropriate glazing to reduce sound transmission without compromising on the distinctive design.
Exterior Crittall Doors: blending indoors and out
Exterior Crittall doors create dramatic transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces, framing garden views and bringing the outside in. Their slim steel frames maximise large expanses of glass while providing modern durability and security.
Security, energy efficiency, and durability are key considerations for external doors. Our external doors are designed with performance in mind; our robust doors feature double glazing options to minimise heat loss and are finished with virtually maintenance-free coatings that stand the test of time. The strength of steel provides a secure entranceway, and our doors are complete with multi-point locking systems and quality Crittall hardware for peace of mind.
Garden connections
Replacing traditional French doors with Crittall alternatives can create a striking garden entrance and a seamless transition to outdoor spaces. The elegant and balanced proportions of Crittall doors offer a more distinctive aesthetic than conventional patio doors, framing the view and creating a focal point that draws attention whether open or closed.
These doors effortlessly connect indoor living areas with outdoor spaces or gardens. Their expansive glass panels maximise natural light, brightening interiors and fostering a connection with the outdoors, even during colder seasons.
Striking entrances
Although Crittall exterior doors lend themselves to connecting living areas with gardens, they are also an excellent choice for those looking to make a statement with a new front door.
Available with door pull handles or the more familiar lever handle, these doors can incorporate Crittall windows to either side, creating a memorable and stylish entrance.
For properties built during the reign of Queen Victoria, Crittall front doors offer a respectful nod to history—after all, Francis Henry Crittall was refining his steel windows during this very period, creating the enduring style that continues to influence the beautiful steel windows and doors we install today.
Why choose Crittall doors?
The appeal of Crittall doors extends far beyond their aesthetic qualities. These quality steel doors offer inherent strength that allows for slimmer profiles than alternative materials like uPVC, maximising glazing area and providing spectacular views. For the renovation of their house, many homeowners find that Crittall doors provide the perfect bridge between heritage and modernity.
The longevity of steel is legendary, with original Crittall windows and doors still functioning in properties more than a century old. Modern manufacturing techniques have improved this durability further, with hot-dip galvanising and durable powder coating ensuring minimal maintenance requirements.
Why choose Lightfoot Windows for your Crittall doors?
As the largest and most experienced Crittall specialist within the Crittall network, Lightfoot Windows brings unparalleled expertise to every project. Our long-running partnership with Crittall Windows ensures authentic products, installed with the craftsmanship that earned us the Crittall House of the Year Award on three occasions.
Our London showroom displays a comprehensive range of Crittall products, including the Homelight range, Corporate W20 windows and doors, and Innervision® sliding doors. This allows you to experience the quality and aesthetic appeal first-hand before committing to your next project.
Our FENSA accreditation guarantees compliance with building regulations and, as a Crittall Specialist Partner, we ensure every installation maintains the highest standards, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology.
Beautiful, bespoke Crittall door designs: contact Lightfoot Windows today
Whether you’re considering Crittall doors for a period property renovation or looking to add character to a contemporary home, Lightfoot Windows provides expert guidance from concept to completion. Our team’s extensive experience with these iconic black steel doors ensures results that will transform any living space for generations to come.
To discuss your Crittall door ideas or receive a personalised quote, complete our online contact form, call 020 8662 9090, or email general@lightfootwindows.co.uk.
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