WPC chaukhat with a WPC door in a hallway

WPC chaukhat with a WPC door

Door frames

WPC Chaukhat Door Frames

Door frames that stay straight in bathrooms and kitchens.

Wooden chaukhats in bathrooms and kitchens swell, rot at the bottom and get termites. Green Plastwood WPC chaukhats are 100% water proof, termite and borer proof and fire retardant, so the frame you fit today stays the same for years.

Types
Single rebate and double rebate
Sizes
12 sizes, 60 × 30 mm to 150 × 63 mm
Length
7, 8, 9 and 10 ft
Density
750 to 1200 kg/m³
Colours
8 standard colours
Warranty
30 years*
  • ISO 9001:2015 certified
  • Lab tested: 0.2% water absorption, UL-94 V-0
  • Made in our own plants in Gujarat since 2012

*Ask for the warranty terms with your quote.

About WPC Chaukhat

A chaukhat is the frame fixed in the wall that carries the door. It is also the part that fails first: it stands on a wet floor and it is the first thing termites reach. Green Plastwood chaukhats are made of wood polymer composite (WPC) at 750 to 1200 kg/m³, so they do not absorb water, swell or rot.

They are worked like wood. Your carpenter cuts, joins and screws them with the same tools, and the frame can be painted, polished or laminated. Choose single or double rebate, three profile models, four lengths and eight colours. Sizes and colours can be customised on bulk orders.

Advantages

  • Environment friendly, eco-recycle product
  • 100% water proof and moisture proof
  • Fire retardant
  • Non-toxic and insect resistant
  • Bacteria and fungus resistant
  • Best to use as exterior-grade material
  • Termite and borer proof
  • High load-bearing capacity
  • Can be processed like natural wood and solid wood
  • Stands up to high moisture and humidity
  • Low polish cost compared with wood
  • Zero maintenance
Carpenter fixing a WPC door frame in a wall opening with a spirit level
Fixed in the wall like a wooden frame, with the same tools.

Common to every Green Plastwood WPC product

  • UV protection
  • Fire retardant
  • Eco friendly
  • Carpenter friendly
  • 100% termite proof
  • 100% recyclable
  • 100% water proof
  • Non toxic
  • High density
  • Anti corrosion

Chaukhat Types

Two frame types and three profile models. Pick a tab to see the details of each.

Single rebate WPC chaukhat profile in Chocolate Brown

Single Rebate Chaukhat

One rebate, the step where the door shutter sits, for one door. This is the standard frame for bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and main doors.

Single rebate chaukhat specifications
Sizes with drawings75 × 50 · 100 × 50 · 100 × 63 · 125 × 63 · 150 × 63 mm
Other sizes60 × 30 · 65 × 40 · 90 × 45 · 90 × 63 mm
Profile modelsMould & Groove · Mould & Plain · Square150 × 63 mm is made in the Square model.
Rebate32 to 38 mm wide × 12 mm deepFrom the size chart; see each drawing for the exact figure.
Length7, 8, 9 and 10 ft
Colours8 standard colours
WPC chaukhat profiles in four colours

Double Rebate Chaukhat

A rebate on both sides of the frame, so two shutters can hang in one opening, for example a main door with a mesh door.

Double rebate chaukhat specifications
Sizes120 × 50 · 125 × 63 · 150 × 63 mm
Length7, 8, 9 and 10 ft
Density750 to 1200 kg/m³
Colours8 standard colours
Profile drawingShared with your quoteTell us the size and we send the drawing.

The model changes the look of the frame edge, not its strength. All three are shown here in 75 × 50 mm. Tap a drawing for the dimensions.

Mould & Groove chaukhat profile drawing, 75 × 50 mm
Mould & GrooveRounded front edge, with grooves on the back face.
Mould & Plain chaukhat profile drawing, 75 × 50 mm
Mould & PlainRounded front edge, with a plain back.
Square chaukhat profile drawing, 75 × 50 mm
SquareStraight edges for a flat, modern look.

Sizes And Profile Drawings

A size is written as width × thickness in millimetres. The width should match your finished wall, and the thickness depends on how heavy the door is.

WPC chaukhat sizes
SizeInchesProfile modelsRebate (width × depth)Commonly used for*
Single rebate
60 × 30 mm–On request–Smaller openings, cupboards, special requirements
65 × 40 mm–On request–Smaller openings, cupboards, special requirements
75 × 50 mm3.0" × 2.0"Mould & Groove, Mould & Plain, Square32 × 12 mmBathrooms, toilets, store rooms, light internal doors
90 × 45 mm–On request–Smaller openings, special requirements
90 × 63 mm–On request–Smaller openings, special requirements
100 × 50 mm4.0" × 2.0"Mould & Groove, Mould & Plain, Square32 × 12 mmBedroom and internal doors in 4" walls
100 × 63 mm4.0" × 2.5"Mould & Groove, Mould & Plain, Square32 × 12 mmInternal doors where a heavier door is used
125 × 63 mm5.0" × 2.5"Mould & Groove, Mould & Plain, Square32 × 12 mm35 × 12 mm in Mould & Plain and SquareMain doors and 5" walls
150 × 63 mm6.0" × 2.5"Square38 × 12 mmMain doors and 6" walls
Double rebate
120 × 50 mm–On request–Openings with two shutters, e.g. a main door and a mesh door
125 × 63 mm5.0" × 2.5"On request–Openings with two shutters
150 × 63 mm6.0" × 2.5"On request–Openings with two shutters

*General guidance only. Confirm the right size for your wall and door with our team. Every size is made in 7, 8, 9 and 10 ft lengths at 750 to 1200 kg/m³. Sizes can be customised on bulk orders.

How To Choose A Size

  • Measure the finished wall thickness, including plaster.
  • Pick the frame width closest to it: 75, 100, 125 or 150 mm.
  • Pick 50 mm thickness for light doors and 63 mm for heavier or main doors.
  • Choose single or double rebate.
  • Choose the length: 7 ft for standard doors, 8 to 10 ft for taller openings.
  • Choose one of the 8 colours.
Green Plastwood WPC chaukhat size chart with single rebate profile drawings
The size chart from our catalogue. Tap to enlarge.

Profile Drawings, Single Rebate

Tap a drawing to see the dimensions.

75 × 50 mm3.0" × 2.0"
WPC chaukhat 75 × 50 mm Mould & Groove profile drawing with dimensions
Mould & Groove
WPC chaukhat 75 × 50 mm Mould & Plain profile drawing with dimensions
Mould & Plain
WPC chaukhat 75 × 50 mm Square profile drawing with dimensions
Square
100 × 50 mm4.0" × 2.0"
WPC chaukhat 100 × 50 mm Mould & Groove profile drawing with dimensions
Mould & Groove
WPC chaukhat 100 × 50 mm Mould & Plain profile drawing with dimensions
Mould & Plain
WPC chaukhat 100 × 50 mm Square profile drawing with dimensions
Square
100 × 63 mm4.0" × 2.5"
WPC chaukhat 100 × 63 mm Mould & Groove profile drawing with dimensions
Mould & Groove
WPC chaukhat 100 × 63 mm Mould & Plain profile drawing with dimensions
Mould & Plain
WPC chaukhat 100 × 63 mm Square profile drawing with dimensions
Square
125 × 63 mm5.0" × 2.5"
WPC chaukhat 125 × 63 mm Mould & Groove profile drawing with dimensions
Mould & Groove
WPC chaukhat 125 × 63 mm Mould & Plain profile drawing with dimensions
Mould & Plain
WPC chaukhat 125 × 63 mm Square profile drawing with dimensions
Square
150 × 63 mm6.0" × 2.5"
WPC chaukhat 150 × 63 mm Square profile drawing with dimensions
Square

Colours And Finish

Eight standard colours. The colour runs through the profile, and the frame can also be painted, polished or laminated.

  • Light Ivory
  • Yellow Ivory
  • Pure White
  • Beach White
  • Teak Wood
  • Chocolate Brown
  • Coco Brown
  • Black

Screen colours vary, so ask for a physical sample before you order. Other (NFC) colours can be made on bulk orders.

Profiles Up Close

Real product photos of our WPC chaukhat door frames in various installations. Tap a photo to enlarge it and enquire.

Colour range
Colour range3 assembled frames
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate BrownHome installation
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate BrownOffice installation
Black
BlackSchool installation
Black
BlackHospital & clinic
Brown
BrownHallway installation
Brown
BrownProfile sizes

WPC Compared With Plywood

From our product catalogue. Wooden and plywood frames need termite treatment and care around water. WPC needs neither, and it is still cut, screwed and laminated with normal carpentry tools.

PropertyGreen Plastwood WPCPlywood
Water & moisture proof✓✕
Termite & pest proof✓✕
No shrinking, no swelling✓✕
Fire retardant✓✕
Borer proof✓✕
Corrosion retardant✓✓
Maintenance friendly✓✕
Environment friendly✓✕
PropertyGreen Plastwood WPCPlywood
Smooth surfaceMuch smootherLess smooth
Outdoor adaptability✓✓
Gluing & lamination✓✓
Weather & ageing resistant✓✓
High screw adaptability✓✓
Sawing & cutting✓✓
Use of traditional tools✓✓
Read the comparison guide →

Where WPC Chaukhats Are Used

Any door opening, and above all the ones that get wet.

  • WPC door frame and door at a bathroom entrance

    Bathroom And Toilet

    Frames that stand on a wet floor every day without swelling or rotting at the bottom.

  • WPC door and frame in a home

    Home

    Bedroom, kitchen and main door frames in one size and colour across the flat.

  • Office door

    Office

    Frames for cabins, meeting rooms and washrooms.

  • School door

    School And College

    Classroom and washroom frames that are washed daily and take heavy use.

  • Clinic door

    Hospital And Clinic

    Frames that are cleaned often and need no termite treatment.

Also supplied for

  • Residential homes
  • Apartments
  • Villas
  • Hotels
  • Hospitals
  • Schools
  • Offices
  • Commercial buildings
  • Institutional projects

Installation Guide

A WPC chaukhat is installed the same way as a wooden one, with the same saw, drill and screws. It needs no termite treatment.

  1. Step 1

    Cut The Posts And The Head

    Cut the two vertical posts to the opening height and the head piece to the opening width, allowing for the joint you will use. The drawings show the types of cutting for vertical and horizontal posts.

    WPC door frame installation, step 1, drawing 1
    WPC door frame installation, step 1, drawing 2
    WPC door frame installation, step 1, drawing 3
    WPC door frame installation, step 1, drawing 4
    WPC door frame installation, step 1, drawing 5
  2. Step 2

    Make The Corner Joints

    Join the head to the posts with one of the joints shown. Screw the joint; WPC frames are joined with screws.

    WPC door frame installation, step 2, drawing 1
    WPC door frame installation, step 2, drawing 2
    WPC door frame installation, step 2, drawing 3
    WPC door frame installation, step 2, drawing 4
    WPC door frame installation, step 2, drawing 5
  3. Step 3

    Fix The Frame In The Wall

    Place the frame in the opening, check both posts with a spirit level, then fix it to the wall. Keep the frame square so the shutter closes evenly.

    WPC door frame installation, step 3, drawing 1
    WPC door frame installation, step 3, drawing 2
    WPC door frame installation, step 3, drawing 3
    WPC door frame installation, step 3, drawing 4
    WPC door frame installation, step 3, drawing 5

What You Need

  • Two vertical posts and one head piece of the right size
  • A fine-tooth saw or a mitre saw
  • Drill, screws and wall plugs or hold-fasts
  • Spirit level and measuring tape

After Fitting

Clean the frame with a damp cloth. If you want a different shade, the frame can be painted, polished or laminated. In bathrooms, fix the frame before tiling so the tiles finish neatly against it.

Lab-tested Performance

A Green Plastwood WPC door frame sample was tested by Alekh Plastics Testing Centre, Ahmedabad. Reports dated 24 November 2022.

Lab test results, WPC door frame
TestMethodResult
Apparent densityASTM D 1622-200.90 g/cc
Water absorptionASTM D 570-080.2%
FlammabilityUL-94V-0 rating
Tensile strength at breakASTM D 638-1711.4 MPa
Flexural strengthASTM D 790-0321 MPa
Compressive strengthASTM D 695-1661 MPa
Impact test1 kg from 1.2 m heightNo break
Thermal resistance80 °C for 30 minutesNo effect
Chemical resistanceASTM D 543, 10% HCl for 24 hoursNo effect
Screw withdrawal forceIS 4020-162236 N

Results are for the sample tested (WPC door frame), at 27 °C and 63% relative humidity. See all certificates and test reports

Test report: WPC door frame, physical tests
WPC door frame, physical testsTR/22-23/0601-1 · Nov 2022
Test report: WPC door frame, mechanical tests
WPC door frame, mechanical testsTR/22-23/0601-1A · Nov 2022

Tap a report to read it.

Ordering Information

What To Tell Us

  • Frame type: single or double rebate
  • Size: width × thickness in mm
  • Profile model: Mould & Groove, Mould & Plain or Square
  • Length: 7, 8, 9 or 10 ft
  • Colour: one of the 8 standard colours
  • Quantity and delivery city

Minimum Order And Customisation

Standard sizes and colours
Ask our team for stock and minimum quantity
Custom size, length or density
On bulk orders
Custom (NFC) colour
On bulk orders
Warranty
30 years*. Ask for the terms with your quote

Samples And Support

Screen colours vary. Ask for a physical sample before you place the order, and send us your drawing if you need a custom size.

WPC Chaukhat: Common Questions

What sizes are WPC chaukhats available in?

Single rebate frames come in 75 × 50, 100 × 50, 100 × 63, 125 × 63 and 150 × 63 mm, plus 60 × 30, 65 × 40, 90 × 45 and 90 × 63 mm. Double rebate frames come in 120 × 50, 125 × 63 and 150 × 63 mm. Standard lengths are 7, 8, 9 and 10 ft. Sizes can be customised on bulk orders.

What is the difference between single and double rebate?

The rebate is the step cut into the frame where the door shutter sits. A single rebate frame has one step and takes one door. A double rebate frame has a step on both sides, so two shutters can hang in the same opening, for example a main door and a mesh door.

Which model should I choose: Mould & Groove, Mould & Plain or Square?

They change the look of the frame edge, not its strength. Mould & Groove has a rounded edge with grooves on the back face, Mould & Plain has a rounded edge with a plain back, and Square has straight edges for a flat, modern look.

Are WPC chaukhats suitable for bathrooms and kitchens?

Yes. Green Plastwood WPC chaukhats are 100% water proof and moisture proof, so they do not swell, rot or warp in bathrooms, kitchens or other humid areas.

Do WPC chaukhats need anti-termite treatment?

No. The frames are termite and borer proof and bacteria and fungus resistant, so no chemical treatment is needed.

What is the density of Green Plastwood chaukhats?

Chaukhats are made at 750 to 1200 kg/m³. In lab testing by Alekh Plastics Testing Centre (Nov 2022) a door-frame sample showed 0.90 g/cc density, 0.2% water absorption, a UL-94 V-0 flammability rating and 2236 N screw withdrawal force.

Which colours are available?

Light Ivory, Yellow Ivory, Pure White, Beach White, Teak Wood, Chocolate Brown, Coco Brown and Black. Other (NFC) colours can be made on bulk orders.

Can a WPC chaukhat be painted or polished?

Yes. The frame can be painted, polished or laminated, and polishing costs less than on wood. Regular re-polishing is not needed.

How is a WPC chaukhat installed?

The same way as a wooden one. The posts and head are cut, joined at the corners and fixed in the wall opening with screws, using normal carpentry tools.

Can sizes be customised?

Yes. Size, length, density and colour can be customised on bulk orders. Send us your drawing or requirement.

Green Plastwood brand ambassador Dayanand Shetty
Brand Ambassador · Dayanand Shetty
  • Since 201213 years of WPC manufacturing
  • 3 Plantsmanufacturing in Gujarat
  • 300+ Projects50+ stock points · 4+ export countries
  • ISO 9001:2015certified · lab-tested products

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