Aluminium Door Prices in South Africa: 2026 Complete Guide
Aluminium doors are taking over South African homes, and for good reason. They don't rust, don't warp, and don't need repainting every two years like wooden doors. In 2026, supply only prices at SA retailers and aluminium suppliers run from about R2,600 for a standard 1800mm x 2100mm sliding door, R4,300 for a single hinged door, R6,000 for a 1200mm pivot door, and R8,000 for a 3 panel folding/stacking unit. Specialist fitting adds R3,900 to R5,200 per door. This guide covers every type of aluminium door, what you should pay, and how to avoid overpaying.
Last updated:
Live in Pretoria East? Post a job free.
Verified local pros quote on a clear, fixed scope, and your money sits in a SafePay trust account, never with Completo, until you sign off the work.
Somewhere else in South Africa? Completo is starting in Pretoria East, so we can’t promise you pros anywhere else yet.
Aluminium doors are the smart choice for coastal homes. Cape Town's salt air destroys wooden doors within 5 years, but they're also gaining popularity nationwide for their clean modern look, zero maintenance, and superior durability. Here's the full breakdown of what you'll actually pay in 2026.
Aluminium Door Prices at a Glance
These are supply only prices gathered in 2026 from South African retailers (Builders, Leroy Merlin, BUCO) and aluminium door suppliers (Sigmadoors, Gauteng Aluminium, Mundi Aluminium, PG Aluminium, Doors Direct). Fitting is listed separately below.
| Door Type | Typical Size | Supply Only | Supply and Fit (Typical) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminium sliding door | 1800mm x 2100mm | R2,600 to R7,000 | R6,800 to R12,200 |
| Aluminium folding/stacking door (3 panel) | 2400mm to 2700mm x 2100mm | R9,500 to R21,800 | Priced per opening, see the folding section |
| Aluminium hinged door (single) | 900mm x 2100mm | R4,300 to R5,300 | R8,200 to R10,200 |
| Aluminium French door (double hinged) | 1800mm x 2100mm | R6,200 to R11,000 | R10,100 to R15,900 |
| Aluminium pivot door | 1200mm x 2100mm | R6,000 to R10,900 | R9,900 to R15,800 |
| Aluminium interior door | 813mm to 900mm x 2100mm | R2,500 to R7,500 | Add fitting below |
| Aluminium door frame | Frame only, no door leaf | R2,000 to R6,000 | Add fitting below |
Fitting: a straightforward swap into an existing, square opening runs R1,500 to R3,500 in labour. Specialist aluminium installers in Gauteng typically quote R3,900 to R4,900 to fit a hinged door and R4,200 to R5,200 for a sliding door, which usually covers removal of the old door, levelling, sealing and site cleanup. The supply and fit column above uses those specialist fitting rates on top of the supply only range.
Why Aluminium is Beating Wood in SA (Especially in Cape Town)
The simple reason: salt air. In Cape Town, Durban, PE, and any home within 15km of the coast, wooden doors absorb moisture, swell, rot, and attract wood-boring insects. You'll repaint a wooden front door every 12 to 18 months in these areas. Aluminium doesn't rust (it oxidises: a thin protective layer forms naturally), doesn't rot, and powder coating lasts 10 to 15 years without fading. Even in Gauteng, where humidity is lower, aluminium doors are chosen for their clean lines, slim profiles, and the fact that you install them once and forget about them.
Entrance Doors vs Interior Doors: Price Difference Explained
An aluminium entrance or front door costs R3,000 to R14,000: the wide range depends on size, glass, and whether the frame is included. Interior aluminium doors are cheaper at R2,500 to R7,500 because they don't need weather sealing, high-security locking, or the same structural strength. If you're replacing an entire house, expect interior doors at R2,500 to R7,500 each and the front door at R8,000 to R14,000 with frame and high-security lock.
Aluminium Sliding Door Prices
The standard aluminium sliding door in South Africa is the 1800mm x 2100mm OX unit: one fixed panel, one sliding panel, safety glass and hardware included. In 2026 the big retailers sell this size from R2,599 to R3,709 (Leroy Merlin), R2,899 to R2,999 at Builders, and from R3,398 at BUCO. Specialist fabricators charge more for heavier systems: Sigmadoors lists the same size at R6,980 in its standard Icon range and R11,849 to R13,620 in its high performance Palace range. Bigger openings scale up fast: a 2400mm OX unit runs R4,499 at Builders and R8,920 at Sigmadoors, a 3000mm unit about R11,220, and a 5400mm four panel OXXO unit about R21,675.
Supply only vs installed: budget R2,600 to R7,000 supply only for a standard 1800mm x 2100mm door, then R4,200 to R5,200 for specialist fitting, so roughly R6,800 to R12,200 installed. What pushes the price up: the profile system (a high performance system with better rollers and seals nearly doubles the door price), glass upgrades (tinted, privacy or double glazing are quoted as extras), a new opening instead of a straight swap, and custom sizes, which are made to order and priced per quote.
Aluminium Stacking and Folding Door Prices
Folding doors (also called stacking, stacker or bi-fold doors) are priced per unit, not per leaf, and the 2026 supplier price lists are clear on what they cost. A 3 panel unit on a 2400mm to 2700mm opening runs from R9,500 to R10,000 at Gauteng Aluminium, R10,277 for an economy unit at Doors Direct, R13,500 to R15,000 at Mundi Aluminium, R15,202 to R18,920 at Sigmadoors, and R12,140 to R21,772 at PG Aluminium in Pretoria, depending on height and glass. Wider openings use 5 or more panels: 5 panel units span roughly R13,000 to R34,266 across the same suppliers, and a 10 panel unit covering up to 9m runs R43,201 to R64,110 at PG Aluminium.
Supply only vs installed: take R9,500 to R21,800 supply only as the working range for a typical 3 panel unit. Installation is heavier than for a sliding door and is priced per opening; complete supply and fit packages for bifold doors are advertised from R8,000 for small economy units to R25,000 and up for large ones. A steel or reinforced concrete lintel above the opening is mandatory and costs R3,000 to R8,000 extra if not already in place. What pushes the price up: panel count and opening width, height (on Sigmadoors' list a 1800mm wide 3 panel unit goes from R12,980 at 2100mm high to R18,812 at 2700mm high), and glass weight. On units of 5 panels or more the glass is delivered separately and installed on site, so you want an installer who has done folding doors before.
Aluminium Hinged and French Door Prices
Hinged aluminium doors are the simplest and often the cheapest full door option. A single 900mm x 2100mm hinged door with safety glass, lock and handles costs R4,294 at Gauteng Aluminium, R4,880 at Sigmadoors and R5,250 at Mundi Aluminium, supply only. Double hinged doors (French doors) on a 1800mm x 2100mm opening run R6,188 at Doors Direct, R6,831 at Gauteng Aluminium, R8,000 at Mundi and R8,740 to R10,935 at Sigmadoors depending on the design.
Supply only vs installed: R4,300 to R5,300 for a single and R6,200 to R11,000 for a double French door supply only; add R3,900 to R4,900 specialist fitting, so an installed double French door typically lands between R10,100 and R15,900. What pushes the price up: a midrail (two glass panes instead of one), obscure or tinted glass for privacy, stable door configurations, and custom widths. Hinged doors usually only open to 90 degrees, so check the swing works for your space before ordering.
Aluminium Pivot Door Prices
Pivot doors are the statement front door option: a wide leaf rotating on a pivot hinge instead of side hinges. The standard 1200mm x 2100mm size costs R5,999 to R7,685 at Leroy Merlin depending on the glass and cladding design, R7,060 at Gauteng Aluminium, R8,600 at Maiktronix and R8,550 to R10,879 at Sigmadoors, supply only. Wider leaves cost more: Gauteng Aluminium lists 1500mm at R7,652 and 1800mm at R9,087.
Supply only vs installed: R6,000 to R10,900 supply only for a 1200mm x 2100mm pivot door; with standard fitting at R3,900 to R4,900 you are looking at roughly R9,900 to R15,800 installed. What pushes the price up: a floor spring to hold the door open (about R3,750 extra on Gauteng Aluminium's list and not included by default), reflective or patterned glass, cladding designs, and oversized custom leaves. Pivot doors are not a simple installation: the pivot mechanism must be set perfectly level, so use an installer who has fitted them before.
Security Comparison: What Locking System Protects Your Home?
| Locking System | Security Level | Cost Extra | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-point latch | Low, can be jimmied | Standard (included) | Not recommended for front doors or perimeter doors |
| 2-point locking (top + bottom) | Medium | R300 to R800 | Minimum standard for all exterior aluminium doors |
| 3-point locking (top + middle + bottom) | High | R800 to R2,000 | Recommended for front/entrance doors |
| Multi-point locking (5+ points) | Very high | R1,500 to R3,500 | Best for high-crime areas and folding doors |
| Security hinges (anti-removal) | High | R200 to R600 per hinge | Essential, prevents door being lifted off hinges |
The frame anchoring is just as important as the lock. A R3,000 multi-point lock in a frame held by 25mm screws is useless: the frame gets kicked in. Quality installations use 75mm to 100mm screws into the brickwork or concrete surround, not just into the wooden door frame. For folding doors, each leaf should have its own locking point top and bottom. Ask your installer to show you the screw length they use for frame fixing.
Wood vs Aluminium: Total Cost Over 15 Years
| Cost Factor | Wooden Door | Aluminium Door |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront purchase (entrance door) | R3,100 to R14,000 | R3,000 to R14,000 |
| Repainting/refinishing (every 2 years) | R500 to R1,500 per time (7× over 15 years = R3,500 to R10,500) | R0, never needed |
| Rust/rot repairs | Likely in coastal areas (R1,000 to R3,000 by year 8 to 10) | R0, aluminium doesn't rust or rot |
| Warping replacement risk | Moderate, wooden doors can warp in humidity (replacement R3,000 to R14,000) | None, aluminium maintains shape |
| 15-year total cost (coastal) | R10,000 to R30,000+ | R3,000 to R14,000 (one-time cost) |
The numbers are clear: aluminium costs the same or slightly more upfront, but over 15 years in a coastal area like Cape Town, aluminium works out 20 to 40% cheaper than wood. In Gauteng where humidity is lower and wooden doors last longer, the gap narrows to 10 to 20%, but aluminium still wins because you never have to paint, seal, or worry about wood-boring insects. In estate homes where HOA rules require a timber aesthetic, aluminium doors with wood-grain powder coating give you the look with none of the maintenance.
Colour and Finish Options: What Costs Extra
Standard powder coating colours (white, silver, bronze, charcoal, black) are included in the door price. Premium finishes cost more: wood-grain effect adds 10 to 15% (R500 to R2,000 per door), anodised silver adds 10 to 20% (R300 to R1,500 per door), and special RAL colours add 5 to 10% (R200 to R1,000 per door). Wood-grain aluminium doors are increasingly popular in estates where HOA rules require a timber look: you get the aesthetic without the maintenance. Anodised finishes are popular in Cape Town coastal areas for their superior corrosion resistance. When getting quotes, ask for a colour chart and check what's included. Some contractors charge extra for any colour except white.
Questions to Ask Before You Pay a Deposit
Aluminium doors are made to order, so most installers ask for a deposit before fabrication starts. Before any money moves, get clear written answers to these questions:
- 1
Is the quote supply only, or supply and fit? The gap between the two is R3,900 to R5,200 per door. Make sure removal of the old door, sealing and rubble removal are itemised.
- 2
What exact size and configuration am I paying for? The quote should state the opening size in mm, the panel configuration (OX, OXXO, 3 panel, 5 panel) and which side opens.
- 3
What glass is included? SANS 10400 requires safety glazing in doors. Confirm the quote states laminated or tempered safety glass, and get any upgrade (tinted, privacy, double glazing) priced in writing.
- 4
Who handles the structural work? A new or widened opening needs a lintel and possibly approved plans. Confirm whether that is in the price or a separate trade.
- 5
What is the lead time? Standard sizes ship in about 7 working days from the big suppliers; custom sizes take 2 to 4 weeks. Get the date in writing.
- 6
What does the deposit cover, and what is the payment schedule? A deposit that covers materials is normal. Full payment up front is not.
- 7
What guarantee do I get? Ask separately about the guarantee on the door itself (profile and powder coating) and on the workmanship of the installation.
- 8
Can I see recent installations? For folding and pivot doors especially, ask for photos or addresses of comparable jobs. These doors punish inexperienced installers.
Paying Safely for Your Aluminium Door
Because deposits are standard on made to order doors, how you pay matters as much as what you pay. On Completo, the homeowner pays into a SafePay trust account before work starts, and the money is released to the pro when the homeowner approves the work. The installer can see the money is real and secured before ordering your door, and you never hand over cash for a door that has not been made yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Related guides
Live in Pretoria East? Post a job free.
Verified local pros quote on a clear, fixed scope, and your money sits in a SafePay trust account, never with Completo, until you sign off the work.
Somewhere else in South Africa? Completo is starting in Pretoria East, so we can’t promise you pros anywhere else yet.
Post a job free →