GENERAL FAQs

What are Aluform's trading hours?

We are open from 7.00am – 4.00pm, Monday – Friday.

What are Aluform’s delivery charges?

We offer a local delivery service throughout ACT and the surrounding area for a flat rate. For delivery outside this area, please call 1800 995 817 for a quote.

What are Aluform’s delivery cut-off times?

Order before 12pm for same day delivery. Order before 3pm for next day delivery.

How much notice do I need to give for pick-up orders?

We require 1 hour minimum notice for pick-ups.

Does Aluform supply and install?

Aluform supplies only to the commercial fit-out industry. We do not contract or install on site.

What are Aluform’s standard lead times?
Product Lead Time
Mill Finish and Natural Anodised Aluminium Available in stock for immediate dispatch
Powdercoated Aluminium 5 working days
Colour Anodised Aluminium 15-20 working days
Stocked Alu-lite Vision Panels and Alu-vent Door Grilles Available in stock for immediate dispatch
Custom Alu-lite Vision Panels and Alu-vent Door Grilles 15 working days
Fabricated Aluminium Doors 5 working days
Alu-Glide Cavity Sliding Units 5 working days
Exposed Ceiling Grid and Ceiling Tiles Available in stock for immediate dispatch
Plasterboard Available in stock for immediate dispatch
Stocked Timber Doors Available in stock for immediate dispatch
Door Trimming and Rebating 24 hours
Custom Timber Doors and Timber Doors requiring machining, including morticing, base grooves, edge strips, door vent and vision panel cut-outs, and glazed viewing panels. 10 working days
Timber Veneer Doors 4-6 weeks
Timber Head Panels 24 hours
MDF and Plywood Sheet Available in stock for immediate dispatch
MDF and Plywood Strips 24 hours
Polyester Insulation Available in stock for immediate dispatch
Quietspace Interior Acoustics Lead time varies across product range. Please check website for individual products.
Fasteners, Accessories and Commercial Door Hardware Available in stock for immediate dispatch

 

Does Aluform supply custom aluminium flashings and strips?

We do not have the equipment to cut, fold or roll aluminium for flashings, etc. A list of recommended providers is available upon request. Please email sales@aluforminteriors.com.au.

 

Does Aluform supply timber jamb, square-set or shadowline cavity sliding units?

We service the commercial partitioning market with aluminium framed cavity sliding units to suit 64mm and 92mm stud. However, we have discontinued the manufacture of timber jamb, square-set and shadowline cavity sliding units.

Does Aluform supply pre-fabricated door and window frames?

No, Aluform does not provide prefabricated door and window frames.

FAQs – TIMBER DOORS

What types of timber doors does Aluform supply?

Aluform stocks a full range of commercial grade timber partition doors including semi-solid MDF, hollow core MDF, solid core light density fibreboard (LDF), solid core blockboard, and solid core particleboard. Head panels are also available. All stocked doors are available for immediate dispatch. Custom veneer and laminate doors can also be manufactured – contact our team for options.

What is the difference between a semi-solid MDF door and a solid core door?

Semi-solid MDF doors have an MDF frame with internal rail structure, making them lighter and more cost-effective for standard commercial office applications while maintaining a quality, solid feel. Solid core doors – whether LDF, blockboard, or particleboard – are denser throughout, offering better acoustic performance, greater durability, and are typically specified where higher Rw ratings or heavier use is expected. For most general office partitioning, semi-solid MDF is sufficient. For boardrooms, executive offices, or acoustic-sensitive spaces, a solid core door is recommended.

Does Aluform supply pre-morticed timber doors?

Yes. Aluform stocks semi-solid MDF doors pre-morticed at standard height (1050mm centre of tongue, or C.O.T.). This is the standard commercial mortice height and suits most commercial door hardware. Doors can be custom morticed to suit different mortices and heights.

Can Aluform trim or rebate timber doors to a custom size?

Yes. Aluform offers an in-house door trimming and rebating service with a 24-hour turnaround. This includes trimming doors to non-standard heights or widths, and rebating door pairs. This service is available from our Canberra location.

What is the lead time for custom timber doors?

Custom timber doors requiring machining – including morticing, base grooves, edge strips, door vent cut-outs, and glazed viewing panels – have a lead time of 10 working days. Timber veneer and laminate doors vary, dependent on face finish. Stocked doors are available for immediate dispatch, and door trimming and rebating has a 24-hour turnaround.

How do I work out my door leaf widths for a rebated door pair based on a clear opening measurement?

(Clear opening – 9mm + 13mm) ÷ 2 = equal door widths

e.g.     (1410mm – 9mm + 13mm) ÷ 2

           1406 ÷ 2 = 703 and 703mm

 

Does Aluform supply custom doors in Sydney?

Yes. Aluform’s Seven Hills warehouse stocks some doors for the Sydney market, and custom doors (excluding veneer and laminate finishes) can be manufactured and delivered to Sydney in less than a week.

FAQs – ACOUSTIC DOOR SETS

What acoustic door sets does Aluform supply?

Aluform supplies a range of tested acoustic door sets developed in collaboration with Raven Products, achieving Rw ratings from Rw32 up to Rw41. Each set includes the door, frame, and a complete set of Raven seals. Both timber and aluminium door options are available, with configurations for door-and-sidelight or door-and-wall setups across various partition types.

What Rw ratings are available in Aluform's acoustic door set range?

Aluform’s acoustic door set range covers Rw32, Rw34, Rw35, Rw36, Rw37, Rw39, and Rw41. Each rating has been lab tested, giving you reliable figures for project specification. For most commercial office environments, Rw36–Rw39 is the typical specification range. Rw41 sets are suited to boardrooms, counselling rooms, healthcare settings, or any space with heightened acoustic requirements.

What does an Rw rating mean for a door, and what Rw should I specify for my project?

Rw (Weighted Sound Reduction Index) is the lab-tested measure of how much airborne sound a door assembly reduces, measured in decibels. A higher Rw means more sound reduction.

As a general guide:

  • Rw32–Rw35 suits standard office partitions and meeting rooms;
  • Rw36–Rw39 is appropriate for executive offices, interview rooms, and most commercial acoustic requirements;
  • Rw40–Rw41 is specified for boardrooms, healthcare consulting rooms, or spaces where confidentiality and speech privacy are critical.

Aluform’s team can assist with acoustic specification for your project.

What is included in an Aluform acoustic door set?

Each acoustic door set includes the door leaf, aluminium frame, and a complete set of Raven sealing systems – perimeter seals and automatic door bottom seal – all required to achieve the specified Rw rating. Supplying the seals as a complete set removes the risk of under-specifying the seal system, which is the most common reason acoustic door assemblies fail to meet their rated performance on site.

Why do acoustic door seals matter and what brand does Aluform use?

The door leaf alone does not determine the acoustic rating – the seal system is equally critical. Gaps around an unsealed door can reduce acoustic performance dramatically regardless of the door’s core rating. Aluform’s acoustic door sets use Raven Products sealing systems, which are among the most widely specified acoustic seal brands in the Australian commercial fit-out industry. All sets are tested as a complete assembly.

Can I generate a specification for Aluform's acoustic door sets?

Yes. Aluform has a free online acoustic door set specification generator that produces a copy-and-paste specification ready to insert directly into your project documentation. You can access it by clicking this link.