Perimeter Seals

Keep draughts, dust, noise and light under control with our range of quality perimeter seals. Whether you are upgrading a front entry door, sealing internal office doors or completing a commercial fit-out, John Barnes Group offers dependable perimeter seal solutions that are designed for Australian conditions. Shop trusted brands like Lockwood, Dormakaba, Barben and Zanda, and buy perimeter seals online with confidence for residential and commercial projects across Brisbane, Queensland, New South Wales and Australia-wide.

High-Performance Perimeter Seals for Every Door

What is a door perimeter seal?

A perimeter seal is fitted around the sides and top of a door to close the gap between the door leaf and the frame. When combined with the correct threshold or door bottom seal, perimeter seals create a more complete barrier against air, sound, smoke, light and insects. They are an essential part of modern architectural door hardware, helping improve comfort, privacy and performance throughout the building.

Improve comfort and energy efficiency

Perimeter seals reduce uncontrolled air transfer around doors, helping keep cool air inside during hot Brisbane and Queensland summers and retaining warmth in cooler climates. This can support better overall energy efficiency in both residential homes and commercial buildings. When used on external doors, they help limit draughts, dust and pollen entering from outside, making internal spaces noticeably more comfortable.

Enhance privacy and acoustic performance

For offices, apartments, hotel rooms and healthcare facilities, noise control is a key design consideration. Quality perimeter door seals help reduce sound transfer through door sets, supporting acoustic performance specified by designers and builders. When paired with appropriate door leaves and frames, they can contribute to a quieter, more private environment in meeting rooms, bedrooms and shared corridors.

Tailored Solutions for Residential and Commercial Doors

Front doors and external entryways

Your front door is the first line of defence against the elements. Pairing modern hardware from brands like Lockwood and Zanda with durable perimeter seals helps to minimise draughts, moisture ingress and dust. This is especially important for exposed doorways in coastal or regional Queensland and New South Wales, where weather conditions can be harsh. Suitable for timber, aluminium and many composite door systems, perimeter seals are an easy upgrade that improves everyday performance.

Internal doors in homes and apartments

Inside the home, perimeter seals can be used on bedroom, bathroom and media room doors to limit light and noise transfer. They are ideal for apartments and townhouses where doors open directly onto shared corridors and common areas. Discreet, slimline designs from brands like Dormakaba and Barben help maintain a clean, modern aesthetic while providing practical benefits for privacy and comfort.

Commercial, education and healthcare projects

In commercial offices, schools, universities and healthcare facilities, perimeter seals are often specified as part of a complete door hardware package. They contribute to acoustic zoning, thermal control and light management across busy corridors, meeting rooms and consulting spaces. John Barnes Group supports builders, facility managers and architects with perimeter seal options suited to high-traffic doors, accessible entries and specialised applications throughout Australia.

Designed for Modern Australian Homes and Projects

Contemporary finishes and discreet profiles

Perimeter seals are designed to work seamlessly with modern, contemporary and premium architectural door hardware. Many options feature low-profile extrusions that sit neatly against the frame, maintaining clean lines around matte black, stainless steel or brushed brass door furniture from brands such as Barben and Zanda. This allows you to achieve the performance you need without compromising the design intent.

Suitable for a wide range of door types

Our perimeter seal options are suitable for a variety of hinged and pivot doors, including solid core timber doors, metal doors and many proprietary door systems. Whether you are sealing a single front door, a suite of internal office doors or multiple entries across a commercial fit-out in Brisbane or regional New South Wales, John Barnes Group can help you match the right seal to the door construction and frame type.

Part of a complete architectural hardware package

Perimeter seals work best when considered as part of the overall door hardware and access solution. Combine them with quality latches, locks, closers and thresholds from trusted brands like Lockwood and Dormakaba to create functional, durable and compliant door sets. Our range supports both new builds and refurbishment projects, from individual homes through to large commercial and government facilities across Australia.

Choosing the Right Perimeter Seal

Key factors to consider

When selecting a perimeter seal, consider:

• Door location: Front door, external side door, internal corridor door, bathroom or bedroom.
• Performance needs: Draught reduction, acoustic improvement, light blocking, dust and insect control.
• Door and frame material: Timber, steel, aluminium or composite systems.
• Gap size: The typical clearance between the door edge and frame along the sides and head.
• Finish and appearance: To coordinate with other architectural door hardware and décor.

Our perimeter seals range includes options to suit both standard and larger clearances, with different profiles and sealing materials to meet a variety of project requirements.

Working with trusted brands

John Barnes Group supplies perimeter sealing solutions from recognised brands in architectural hardware, including Lockwood and Dormakaba, along with complementary products from Barben and Zanda. Choosing well-known brands provides peace of mind around quality, durability and compatibility with other door hardware components used throughout your project.

Installation and Maintenance Made Simple

General installation guidance

Most perimeter seals are designed for straightforward installation by experienced trades such as carpenters, builders or door hardware installers. Typically, the seal is cut to length and fixed to the door frame along the two vertical jambs and across the head, ensuring consistent contact with the door leaf when closed. For best results, it is important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions and check door operation after fitting to confirm smooth closing and latching.

Ongoing care and inspection

Perimeter seals are low-maintenance components, but like all door hardware they benefit from periodic inspection. Over time, normal wear, building movement or repeated adjustments to door closers and hinges can change how the door sits in the frame. Regularly check that the seal makes even contact, that the door closes without excessive resistance and that the sealing material is not torn, hardened or damaged. Replacing worn seals helps maintain performance over the life of the building.

Support for trade and project customers

Based in Brisbane and servicing Queensland, New South Wales and Australia-wide, John Barnes Group works closely with builders, locksmiths, facility managers and specifiers. If you are planning a project that requires large quantities of perimeter seals or a coordinated door hardware schedule, our team can assist with product selection to align with your performance and aesthetic goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a perimeter seal do on a door?

A perimeter seal closes the small gaps between the door edges and the frame along the sides and top. This helps reduce draughts, noise, dust, light and insect entry around the door. When combined with a suitable door bottom or threshold seal, it improves the overall performance and comfort of both residential and commercial spaces.

Where should I use perimeter seals in my home?

Perimeter seals are ideal on front doors and external side doors to limit draughts and dust, especially in exposed locations. They are also useful on internal doors where you want extra privacy, such as bedrooms, bathrooms, home offices and media rooms. Many customers across Brisbane and New South Wales also use them on apartment entry doors to reduce noise and odours from shared corridors.

Can perimeter seals help with noise reduction?

Yes. While the overall acoustic performance depends on the door leaf, frame and surrounding construction, well-fitted perimeter seals can reduce sound leakage through the gaps around the door. They are commonly used in offices, hotels and residential projects to help improve privacy and acoustic comfort.

Are perimeter seals suitable for both timber and metal doors?

Most perimeter seals are designed to suit a wide range of door and frame materials, including timber and metal frames. When choosing a product, it is important to check compatibility with your specific door system and frame type. Our range includes options from brands like Lockwood and Dormakaba that are commonly used across Australian residential and commercial projects.

Do perimeter seals affect how easily a door closes?

A correctly selected and installed perimeter seal should allow the door to close smoothly while still providing effective contact around the frame. If there is too much resistance, the seal may be oversized or incorrectly adjusted. A professional installer can fine-tune the fit so that the door hardware and seals work together without placing undue strain on hinges or door closers.

Can I install perimeter seals myself?

Some DIY customers are comfortable installing perimeter seals, particularly on standard hinged doors, using basic tools and following manufacturer instructions. However, for high-traffic doors, commercial projects or doors with closers and access control, we recommend installation by a qualified trade or locksmith to ensure proper operation and long-term performance.

How do I choose the right perimeter seal for my door?

Measure the typical gap between the door and frame, consider whether the door is internal or external, and think about your main priorities—such as draught reduction, privacy or noise control. Then select a seal profile suited to your door material and frame type, in a finish that coordinates with your architectural door hardware. If you are unsure, our team can help you narrow down the options.

Do you supply perimeter seals Australia-wide?

Yes. John Barnes Group services customers in Brisbane and throughout Queensland, New South Wales and Australia-wide. You can buy perimeter seals online for individual doors or larger projects, and combine them with complementary hardware from brands like Barben, Zanda, Lockwood and Dormakaba for a complete door solution.

Why Choose John Barnes Group?

John Barnes Group combines decades of experience in architectural door hardware with a carefully curated perimeter seals range suited to Australian homes and commercial projects. From single front doors to large-scale developments across Brisbane, Queensland, New South Wales and beyond, we supply trusted brands, practical technical support and reliable service. When you buy perimeter seals online from John Barnes Group, you are dealing with a specialist team that understands door hardware from frame to furniture.