New bow doors

[Tony Reeves]

Dear all,

I know this question will be the usual ' how long is a piece of string' type, but I''m looking for an approximate cost to have a new set of bow doors fitted,

The current set are old and draughty, and don't exactly look nice!

I'm thinking about a pair of single glazed wooden doors, that would fit a shell built by Midland Boats in 2003.

Grateful for any input.

[canals are us?]

I'm not sure if you can buy them ready made as I don't even own a narrowboat yet but I would investigate local joinery firms to make you them. At least then you can specify the timber and get real quality.

 

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[lewisericeric]

Hi tony

 

I'm having some new ones fitted in october.currently got steel doors but having mahogany, half glazed doors fitted with a new frame. Cost is £1800 + vat!! I wasn't impressed to begin with but desperate for the work so have stumped up.

 

Apparently as well the price difference between mahogany and oak is very similar.....Also, unless you have a catch cover, opt for mahogany rather than oak as unless you're on the ball when it comes to maintenance of the wood (varnishing etc) they will start going black very quickly ! Mahogany meanwhile is a bit more tougher against the elements

Edited September 23, 2012 by lewisericeric

[Biggles]

£1800 + vat??? That's outrageous! I paid £450 + vat for mine + about £30 for the glass.

 

OK, I had to fit and finish them myself but all the furniture I supplied (£40) was fitted.

 

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Edited September 24, 2012 by Biggles

[lewisericeric]

I know it sounds a lot but they have to angle grind out the existing frame a bit as our doors are a bit weird, which makes the job a bit more complex, also that is for all new wood surround inside and then they need to repaint the bulkhead outside as where the old steel hinges are will be coming off...so will leave marks and gaps that need filling and a whole new paint job.

[Tony Reeves]

Ah...now it makes sense. My first thought was "bloody hell!"

[lewisericeric]

Mine too !!!