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- The main reasons Parma is such a popular modern premium door style.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- What makes Parma look \u201ctop spec\u201d without extra fuss.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The shades that make Parma look most premium and current.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The hardware choices that give Parma that high-end finish.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Solidor Parma composite door with a long bar handle for a clean, premium entrance look.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you want a front door that feels modern, looks premium, and instantly upgrades your home\u2019s kerb appeal \u2014 without being flashy or over-designed \u2014 the Parma<\/a> is a brilliant choice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Part of Solidor\u2019s Italia Collection, the Parma<\/a> takes inspiration from clean Italian styling while still feeling perfectly suited to modern UK homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s handmade in Staffordshire and designed to look like a genuine upgrade, not just a standard replacement door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What makes the Parma<\/a> so appealing is how balanced it feels. It has that \u201ctop spec\u201d presence, but it doesn\u2019t shout for attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The design works beautifully with modern hardware like long bar handles and minimalist accessories, and it looks just as good in bold architectural colours as it does in softer, more welcoming tones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
And because it\u2019s built around Solidor\u2019s solid timber core, the Parma<\/a> doesn\u2019t just look premium \u2014 it\u2019s designed to feel secure, warm, and reassuring every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why homeowners choose the Parma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Parma suits homeowners who want:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- A modern door style that looks premium and current<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A design that feels balanced and tasteful<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A door that works perfectly with modern hardware<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Strong security and insulation performance<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s a smart choice if you want a contemporary look that won\u2019t date quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Is Parma right for your home?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Parma works best on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- New builds<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Modern townhouses<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Rendered homes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Homes with anthracite windows\/trim<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Modern porches and extensions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Any home with a clean, modern frontage<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
If your home has a more traditional exterior, Parma can still work, but it usually looks best when paired with softer colours like Painswick or French Grey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Parma design: modern, clean, and naturally premium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Parma appears within the Italia Collection range list alongside styles like Milano, Messina, Biella and Verona.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The appeal of Parma is that it looks \u201ctop spec\u201d without needing extra fuss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s the kind of door that feels like a proper upgrade. Not just a replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Best colour choices for Parma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Parma looks fantastic in premium modern shades and softer architectural tones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Top homeowner picks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Anthracite Grey (modern classic)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Midnight Grey (deep premium feel)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Schwarzbraun (luxury statement)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Painswick (soft, calm, architectural)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- French Grey (modern but friendly)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
If you want warmth:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Irish Oak<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Golden Oak<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Solidor\u2019s premium colour range includes Anthracite Grey, Midnight Grey, Schwarzbraun, Painswick, French Grey, Irish Oak and Golden Oak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you want the \u201cdesigner entrance\u201d look, Anthracite Grey with a long bar handle is a very strong choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hardware: how Parma becomes a luxury entrance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Parma is made for modern hardware. It looks best when styled clean and simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The strongest options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- long bar handles (luxury modern look)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- minimalist letterplates<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- modern accessories in black, chrome or brushed finishes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The Italia Collection is designed for personalisation, with curated hardware options selected to match modern fashion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is one of the easiest door styles to make look high-end without needing complicated design choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Glazing and privacy: brighten your entrance without feeling exposed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you want natural light in the hallway, glazing is a big advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But privacy matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are glazing options designed to balance privacy and natural lighting, with designs crafted for energy efficiency and added security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So you can enjoy a brighter entrance while still feeling private and secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Security: modern style, serious protection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A premium-looking door should also feel secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Solidor doors use a solid timber core designed to deliver efficient warmth and extreme security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For locking, homeowners can choose advanced multi-point systems such as Automatic AV4 Autolock, which locks automatically when the door closes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And if you choose Ultion cylinders, you also get the Ultion \u00a35,000 security guarantee if an intruder breaks in due to snapping the Ultion cylinder lock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So Parma gives you the modern kerb appeal, with real peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Warmth and comfort: the upgrade you feel daily<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A quality composite door improves comfort as well as looks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Solidor\u2019s solid timber construction is designed to deliver efficient warmth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So homeowners often notice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- less draught<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- warmer hallway<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- quieter entrance<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- better seal and comfort in winter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s a practical upgrade you\u2019ll appreciate every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why buy Parma from Timber Composite Doors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Homeowners want confidence in who they\u2019re buying from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Timber Composite Doors has been the Number 1 supplier of Solidor Composite Doors to the UK market since 2008. That\u2019s proven pedigree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can choose:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Nationwide fitting service<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Supply only service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
And Timber is unique because you get a 100% accurate price directly on screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
No pushy sales calls.
No pressure.
No waiting for quotes.<\/p>\n\n\n\nJust design your Parma and see your real price instantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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FAQ’s<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Q: What makes the Parma feel premium without being flashy?<\/strong>
A: Parma has clean Italia Collection styling with a balanced design, so it looks high-end through simplicity rather than bold detailing or heavy features.<\/p>\n\n\n\nQ: Which homes suit the Parma best?<\/strong>
A: Parma works best on new builds, modern townhouses, rendered homes, and properties with anthracite windows or modern porches. It can also work on updated traditional homes in softer colours.<\/p>\n\n\n\nQ: What are the best colours for a premium Parma look?<\/strong>
A: Anthracite Grey and Midnight Grey are the strongest premium modern choices. Painswick and French Grey give a softer, more architectural premium look.<\/p>\n\n\n\nQ: What hardware makes Parma look most \u201ctop spec\u201d?<\/strong>
A: A long bar handle with minimalist accessories (letterplate and modern finishes in black, chrome, or brushed tones) gives Parma the cleanest premium look.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Discover the Parma composite door: a modern premium Italia Collection style with clean design, strong security, warmth, and stylish hardware options.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"loftocean_post_primary_category":0,"loftocean_post_format_gallery":"","loftocean_post_format_gallery_ids":"","loftocean_post_format_gallery_urls":"","loftocean_post_format_video_id":0,"loftocean_post_format_video_url":"","loftocean_post_format_video_type":"","loftocean_post_format_video":"","loftocean_post_format_audio_type":"","loftocean_post_format_audio_url":"","loftocean_post_format_audio_id":0,"loftocean_post_format_audio":"","loftocean-featured-post":"","loftocean-like-count":0,"loftocean-view-count":4,"tinysalt_single_post_intro_label":"","tinysalt_single_post_intro_description":"","tinysalt_hide_post_featured_image":"","tinysalt_post_featured_media_position":"","tinysalt_single_site_header_source":"","tinysalt_single_custom_site_header":"0","tinysalt_single_custom_sticky_site_header":"0","tinysalt_single_custom_sticky_site_header_style":"sticky-scroll-up","tinysalt_single_site_footer_source":"","tinysalt_single_custom_site_footer":"0","footnotes":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[1417,1408,1356,1066,1067,1535,1255,852],"tags":[1010,911,860,875,853,854,1096,895,855],"class_list":["post-7757","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-contemporary-doors","category-doors","category-new-solidor-designs","category-solidor-2","category-solidor-composite-doors-2","category-solidor-hardware","category-solidor-of-the-day","category-timber-composite-doors-news","tag-composite-door","tag-composite-doors","tag-fitted-timber-composite-doors","tag-solidor","tag-solidor-composite-doors","tag-solidor-italia-collection","tag-solidor-parma","tag-timber-composite-door","tag-timber-composite-doors"],"aioseo_notices":[],"modified_by":"Team Timber Composite Doors","jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.timbercompositedoors.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7757","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.timbercompositedoors.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.timbercompositedoors.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.timbercompositedoors.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.timbercompositedoors.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7757"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.timbercompositedoors.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7757\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7778,"href":"https:\/\/www.timbercompositedoors.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7757\/revisions\/7778"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.timbercompositedoors.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7757"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.timbercompositedoors.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7757"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.timbercompositedoors.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7757"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
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