{"id":5556,"date":"2026-08-12T15:34:09","date_gmt":"2026-08-12T14:34:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/?p=5556"},"modified":"2026-09-02T15:45:01","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T14:45:01","slug":"pre-finished-vs-primed-doors-which-should-you-buy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/pre-finished-vs-primed-doors-which-should-you-buy\/","title":{"rendered":"Pre-finished vs primed doors \u2013 which should you buy?"},"content":{"rendered":"

When choosing a new <\/span>internal door<\/a><\/strong>, there are a few things to consider beyond the style itself. The finish you choose can have a big impact on the final look of your doors, as well as how much flexibility you have when it comes to decorating them.<\/span><\/p>\n

Two of the main options you\u2019ll come across are <\/span>pre-finished<\/a><\/strong> and <\/span>primed doors<\/a><\/strong>, each offering their own advantages depending on the look you want to achieve. So, <\/span>what is the difference between pre-finished and primed doors<\/span> and how do you decide which is the better fit for your home? Let\u2019s take a closer look.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a pre-finished door?<\/h2>\n

With pre-finished doors, the clue is in the name: they\u2019ve already been given their final finish before they reach you. All of our pre-finished doors are factory lacquered using specialist equipment, with up to six coats applied in total. In other words, there\u2019s no need to paint the door yourself \u2013 the finishing stage has already been taken care of, leaving the door ready to hang. Our pre-finished range features a wide selection of choices, including everything from traditional oak options to bolder, more contemporary styles.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a primed internal door?<\/h2>\n

Put simply, a primed internal door is a door that\u2019s already been coated with primer, giving you a ready-to-paint surface. Unlike a pre-finished door, which arrives with its final finish already applied, a primed door leaves this last step for you to complete.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Savoy Timber, our range includes a wide selection of primed internal doors, including white primed options in a variety of styles. You\u2019ll find glazed and fire door options alongside traditional and contemporary designs, so there\u2019s plenty of choice when it comes to finding a door that suits your home.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to choose between pre-finished and primed internal doors<\/h2>\n

Now you know <\/span>the difference between primed and prefinished doors<\/span>, it\u2019s time to think about which option will work best for your home. Both have plenty going for them, so it really comes down to what you want from your doors and whether you\u2019d rather have the final look taken care of or choose it for yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why choose a pre-finished door?<\/h3>\n