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Installation Types & Use Cases
Rebated vs Surface Mounted Drop Down Seals
Choose rebated drop down seals when you want a flush, hidden finish on new doors or high-end refurbishments. Pick surface mounted drop down seals when you need a quick, reliable retrofit with minimal tooling. Both styles are used for door seals for noise reduction, draught control, and smoke management. Where fire performance is required, pair with compatible items from Fire & Acoustic Seals. For complete door packages, see Door Closers for controlled closing and Door Furniture for handles, hinges and accessories. Explore: Fire & Acoustic Seals, Door Closers, Door Furniture, Architectural Ironmongery, Window Furniture.
Specifying for Compliance
Acoustic, Fire & Threshold Integration
Optimise performance by matching the automatic door bottom seal to door material (timber, composite or metal), floor finish (carpet, tile, vinyl) and threshold detail. Use acoustic drop down seals for meeting rooms, hotels and studios under Part E (Sound), and select fire rated or smoke seals to help with Part B (Fire) compliance. Adjustable models accommodate drop ranges to clear carpets or uneven floors. Build out the door set with: Fire & Acoustic Seals, Complete Fire Door Packs, Intumescent Seals, Fire & Smoke Seals, Intumescent Letter Plates, Intumescent Lock & Latch Packs, Intumescent Hinge Packs, Miscellaneous Intumescent.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between rebated and surface mounted drop down seals?
What’s the difference between rebated and surface mounted drop down seals?
Rebated seals sit in a groove at the door’s bottom edge for a flush, hidden look. Surface mounted seals fix to the door face, ideal for rapid retrofits without machining.
Are drop down seals suitable for fire doors?
Are drop down seals suitable for fire doors?
Yes. Many models are fire rated and, when used with compatible components, help meet Part B requirements. Always confirm certification for your specific door set.
Will a drop down seal work over carpet or uneven floors?
Will a drop down seal work over carpet or uneven floors?
Yes. Adjustable automatic door seals allow fine tuning of the drop to clear carpets and thresholds while maintaining an effective seal.
Do I need a professional to fit a rebated drop down seal?
Do I need a professional to fit a rebated drop down seal?
Rebated seals need a machined groove and are typically installed by a joiner. Surface mounted models are well suited to quick professional or DIY retrofits.
UK Availability & Related Categories
Drop Down Seals – National Coverage & Expert Support
Supplying drop down seals for doors to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow, Cardiff, Bristol and across the UK. Ideal for residential doors and commercial door sets requiring door bottom weather seals, automatic draught excluders and soundproof door seal strips. Build your project with: Door Furniture, Architectural Ironmongery, Accessories, and Window Furniture. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please contact us and we’ll assist.