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Front door replacement cost Netherlands 2026 — price for new entrance door incl. installation
Current overview of front door replacement costs in the Netherlands 2026. What does a new front door cost including fitting, which materials are available, and when do you need a permit? With cost tables and tips.
Quick answer
Front door replacement costs in the Netherlands in 2026 typically range from € 800 to € 4,500 including materials and fitting for a standard entrance door. Luxury steel or hardwood doors with sidelights can exceed € 8,000.
Front door costs by material type
1. Complete price overview (door + frame + fitting, incl. VAT)
| Material | Budget | Mid-range | Premium | |---|---|---|---| | PVC front door | € 800–€ 1,500 | € 1,200–€ 2,500 | € 2,000–€ 4,000 | | Aluminium front door | € 1,200–€ 2,500 | € 2,000–€ 3,500 | € 3,000–€ 6,000 | | Steel front door | € 1,500–€ 3,000 | € 2,500–€ 4,500 | € 4,000–€ 8,000 | | Timber front door (treated pine) | € 900–€ 1,800 | € 1,500–€ 3,000 | — | | Hardwood front door (mahogany, iroko) | € 2,000–€ 4,000 | € 3,000–€ 6,000 | € 5,000–€ 10,000 | | Fibreglass front door | € 1,500–€ 3,000 | € 2,500–€ 4,500 | — |
2. Optional extras
| Extra | Cost | |---|---| | Sidelight (single panel) | + € 300–€ 800 | | Transom light | + € 200–€ 600 | | Digital lock / fingerprint lock | + € 200–€ 600 | | Multi-point locking (RC2/RC3) | + € 150–€ 500 | | Integrated letter box | + € 80–€ 200 | | Removal of old frame | + € 150–€ 400 |
When is a permit required?
Replacing a door in the existing frame is generally permit-free. However:
- Replacing or resizing the frame: omgevingsvergunning required
- Listed building (monument): any external joinery change requires a permit
- Protected townscape: colour, material or style changes may need approval
- Building code: new door must meet minimum burglar resistance class (RC1 minimum when a permit is issued)
Tips for choosing a front door
- Choose aluminium or steel for maximum security and low maintenance
- Ask for RC2 certification on the new frame — required by most home insurance policies
- Plan the letterbox position upfront — retrofitting is expensive
- Choose a pre-hung door set for quick installation (1 day including sealing and finishing)
- Check the U-value of the glazing — HR++ glass improves thermal performance
Conclusion
Front door replacement costs in the Netherlands range from € 800 to € 8,000+ depending on material and specification. For door replacement as part of a broader renovation, a structured project brief helps coordinate contractors and avoid delays.
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