What Does a Door Frame Cost and Where Are the Price Differences?

These prices are based on the application of meranti or mahogany (durability class II), HR++ glass where applicable, SKG** or SKG*** hardware, assembly, disassembly of existing frame and standard finish (sealing, removal and framework).

What influences the price?

• Type of wood: Meranti is standard; oak or accoya increases the price by 20–40%.
• Lacquered finish: Lacquered in color (outside or inside) entails additional costs.
• Safety requirements: SKG*** fittings, multi-point locking or core pulling protection increase the price.
• Glass choice: HR++ is standard; HR+++ or safety glass entail additional costs.
• Installation conditions: Hard-to-reach back doors or garden facades require more labor.
• Customization: Arched doors, special grid divisions, or classic profiles are more expensive.

Indication per finishing level

jeofferte.nl submits your request to specialized carpentry companies and window frame suppliers that supply and install wooden door frames according to current standards. You will receive customized quotes in which the above items are specified separately.

All prices are based on standard version with HR++ glass, SKG** or SKG*** fittings, factory-painted frames (plastic and aluminum), or delivered in primer (wood).

Important Remarks

• HR+++ glass brings an average of € 250 – € 400 extra per door frame.
• Safety glass or burglar-resistant hardware (SKG*)** can increase the price per door by € 150 – € 300.
• Aluminum is the most expensive material, but requires less maintenance and has a very long lifespan.
• Wood is flexible in appearance and repairable, but requires periodic painting.

jeofferte.nl collects your request and has it assessed by specialists who can draw up a detailed quote based on the type of material, dimensions and situation. This allows you to transparently compare prices and options, tailored to your preferences and budget.

1. Material type of the door frame

The choice of wood, plastic or aluminum significantly determines the base price.

• Plastic: Most affordable, low-maintenance, limited in design.
• Wood: Flexible, authentic, suitable for characteristic homes, but more labor-intensive.
• Aluminum: Durable, modern appearance, high dimensional stability, most expensive option.

Differences in material can amount to € 2,000 per door for more luxurious variants.

2. Type of door

The function and design of the door have a direct impact on the price:

3. Dimensions and Customization

Standard sizes are more advantageous than non-standard sizes. The larger and heavier the door, the more material, hardware and labor is required. Arches, classic profiles or monumental copies increase the costs due to customization.

4. Glass Choice

For doors with glass (such as back doors or pation doors), the type of glass plays a major role:

5. Burglar resistance and fittings

• SKG-certified hardware is standard.
• For front doors, there is usually an obligation to SKG*** fittings or the Police Mark Safe Living.
• Multi-point locks, core pulling protection and digital cylinders bring extra costs (average € 100 – € 250 per door).

6. Ventilation grilles

Not always necessary for door frames, but sometimes desirable (e.g. for back doors with glass). Depending on the type and length, grilles incur an additional cost of €80 – €180 each.

7. Finishing (inside/outside)

• Factory-finished in a specific RAL color is more expensive than delivery in primer.
• Inside/outside in different colors costs an average of €150 – €250 extra.
• Interior finishing with casing, windowsill connection or stucco repair is not always included by default and can cost an extra €100 – €200 per door.

8. Installation Conditions

The following aspects can increase labor costs:

• Difficult to reach facade parts (e.g. backyard without free passage)
• Replacement of old wooden frames with rotten rebates
• Repair of masonry or stucco after installation
• Floor height or need for temporary support (e.g. with load-bearing walls)

jeofferte.nl helps you to make these factors clear by comparing quotes from multiple specialists. This way you can see exactly what each contractor offers, including or excluding the mentioned options and finishes.

1. Combine multiple frames in one project

Replacing multiple frames and doors at once offers economies of scale. Professionals often charge a lower price per unit for larger jobs, as travel costs, scaffolding rental, and work planning become more efficient.

2. Choose a standard model without custom details

Classic front doors with decorative panels, glazing bars, or arched shapes are more expensive. A sleek, flat panel in combination with standard dimensions and straight profiling is usually significantly cheaper and faster to deliver.

3. Limit the number of colors or skip the topcoat

A frame that is already lacquered in color (RAL color) at the factory is easy to maintain, but more expensive. If you choose delivery in primer, you can possibly have the painting done yourself (or have it done) at a lower cost. A single-color version (inside and outside the same) saves an average of €150 – €250 per door.

4. Install HR++ glass instead of HR+++

Triple glazing (HR+++) insulates better, but requires a thicker rebate, heavier hardware and special installation. HR++ is often sufficient for door frames and considerably cheaper in material and installation.

5. Install only necessary ventilation grilles

Grilles are often desired, but not always required for exterior doors. Seek advice from a specialist and preferably choose simple manually operated models instead of more expensive self-regulating or sound-absorbing variants.

6. Reuse or retain the interior finish where possible

If the existing windowsill, trim or interior finish is in good condition, it can be (partially) retained. This saves on stucco or carpentry work and limits repair costs after installation.

7. Carefully compare quotations on content

When comparing quotations, pay attention to surcharges for hardware, finishing, colors and glass selection. What is included as standard by one party may be charged as an option by another. jeofferte.nl makes it possible to make these differences transparent.

8. Request in the right season

In the pre- and post-season, many window frame companies are less fully booked. When requesting in quiet periods (February–April or September–November), quotations are sometimes more competitively priced and the planning is more flexible.