Doors take a beating. Scuffs, sun-faded front doors and dated veneer finishes can make a whole home feel older than it is. Replacing every door means new frames, new hardware, carpentry and painting, and it's rarely a one-day job. Door wrapping gives the same doors a completely new finish in a few hours each. Here's how to decide which route makes sense for your home.
What is door wrapping?
Door wrapping means applying architectural vinyl film over an existing door, and usually its frame and architrave too, so the finish matches all the way around. Films come in wood grain, solid colours, matte, gloss, metallic and textured finishes, so you can match your flooring, kitchen or furniture.
Because the door itself isn't removed, handles, hinges and locks keep working as before. It's purely a surface upgrade, and that is both its strength and its limit.
Which doors can be wrapped?
- Interior doors: bedroom, bathroom and living-area doors, the most common job
- Front and entrance doors: using exterior-grade vinyl that stands up to sun, heat and humidity
- Frames and architraves: wrapped to match, so no old colour shows at the edges
- Wardrobe and cupboard doors: see our wardrobe wrapping service
- Office and commercial doors: wrapped to match brand colours without closing the office
What does door wrapping cost?
Door wrapping is priced per door. The main factors are:
- Door size, and whether it's flat or has panels and mouldings
- Whether the frame and architrave are included
- The finish (wood grain and metallic films cost more than solid colours)
- Interior vs exterior-grade film for front doors
- How many doors you do at once, since whole-home jobs cost less per door
For an exact figure, send a photo of your doors on WhatsApp with the number of doors, and we'll reply with a quote the same day.
Door wrapping vs replacement
Wrap your doors if:
- The doors are solid and close properly, but the finish is scuffed, faded or dated
- You want every door in the home to match a new floor or kitchen
- You rent, and need a change you can reverse
- You don't want carpenters, sawdust and paint fumes in the home
Replace your doors if:
- A door is warped, cracked or no longer closes properly
- Water has swollen the bottom of a bathroom door
- You need a different door type, such as a fire-rated or soundproof door
- You want a different size, style or opening direction
How long do wrapped doors last?
A well-applied, high-quality wrap on an interior door typically lasts 5 to 10 years or longer. Front doors facing direct Dubai sun take more punishment, which is why we use exterior-grade film there. The film is scratch-resistant and wipe-clean, and it protects the original surface underneath from everyday knocks.
How the job is done
- Doors are cleaned, and any chips or dents are filled so they don't show through
- Handles and fittings are protected or removed where needed
- The film is applied, heated and stretched around every edge
- Frames and architraves are wrapped to match
Most homes stay fully usable during the work. There is no dust, no paint smell and no drying time.
Frequently asked questions
Can I wrap my front door in Dubai's heat?
Yes, but it must be exterior-grade vinyl designed for UV and heat. Standard interior film on a sun-facing door will fade and lift early.
How do I clean wrapped doors?
Wipe with a damp cloth and mild soap. Avoid abrasive cleaners and scouring pads.
Can the wrap be removed later?
Yes. Architectural vinyl can be removed without damaging the door underneath, which makes it a good fit for rented homes.
Ready to refresh your doors?
See finishes and what's included on our door wrapping in Dubai page, or send us photos on WhatsApp for a same-day quote.
