Windows, Doors & Ironmongery — Letterboxes & House Numbers (2026)

Pros

• Wide 38-78mm door thickness range suits most UK front doors
• Trusted Yale name with a very large number of reviews
• Gold finish adds a traditional, upmarket look to the front door

Cons

• Gold finish will not suit chrome or black door furniture

Pros

• Brush lining cuts draughts through the letterbox opening
• Can be fitted internally or externally over most standard slots
• One of the most-reviewed letterbox covers on Amazon UK

Cons

• Silver finish is a plastic-coated look rather than solid metal

Pros

• Catches post before it hits the floor, useful for hallway doors
• Heavy duty metal cage resists forcing better than a plastic tidy
• Large capacity holds several days of post and parcels

Cons

• Bulkier than a standard letterbox brush, so needs internal clearance

Pros

• Floating fixings give a modern raised-off-the-wall look
• Composite aluminium panel resists fading and corrosion outdoors
• Very well reviewed, popular budget house sign choice

Cons

• Fixed anthracite colourway will not suit every house facade

Pros

• 3D laser-cut mirrored numbers give a striking contemporary finish
• Comes with a fitting template for accurate wall mounting
• Strong review base for a premium-look house number sign

Cons

• Mirrored acrylic needs occasional wiping to stay smear-free

Pros

• Glass-effect acrylic gives a premium look at an affordable price
• One of the best-selling house signs on Amazon UK by review count
• Personalisable text options for house name, number or road name

Cons

• Acrylic is more prone to scratching than metal alternatives

Pros

• Sleeved design covers the full depth of the door for a tidy finish
• Very large review base for a premium letterbox plate
• Polished steel finish suits modern front doors

Cons

• Significantly pricier than a basic letterplate or brush cover

Pros

• Anti-vandal flap and internal brushes cut draughts through the slot
• Satin stainless steel resists corrosion on external doors
• Fits a wide 24-80mm range of wooden and uPVC doors

Cons

• Rating is more mixed than some rival letterboxes

Pros

• Classic proportions suit period and traditional front doors
• Satin chrome finish resists fingerprints better than polished metal
• Simple two-screw fitting for a straightforward swap

Cons

• Smaller review count than the bigger-selling letterbox brands

Pros

• Nanocoast coating on all stainless steel resists rust and corrosion
• Anti-vandal and anti-burglar design for extra front door security
• PVD gold finish gives a striking, upmarket look

Cons

• Fits a narrower 40-80mm range of composite and wooden doors

Pros

• Lockable galvanised steel body keeps post secure and dry outdoors
• Very well reviewed with close to 7,000 verified ratings
• Compact wall-mounted design suits porches and front walls

Cons

• Wall fixing needs a solid masonry surface for a secure mount

Pros

• Adjustable sleeve fits door thicknesses from 40-80mm
• Anti-snap flap adds a layer of extra security over a basic flap
• Built-in draught excluder cuts cold air through the slot

Cons

• Black finish will not suit white or light-coloured composite doors

Pros

• Chartwell green finish suits period doors and cottage-style homes
• Same trusted lockable design as the best-selling black version
• Galvanised steel resists rust in all-weather outdoor use

Cons

• Green colourway will not match every front door or porch scheme

Pros

• White PVC finish blends in on light-coloured composite and uPVC doors
• Brush seal helps cut draughts through the letterbox aperture
• Over 1,800 reviews make it one of the most trusted covers on Amazon UK

Cons

• PVC surround is less durable than a metal cover on heavily used doors

Pros

• Chrome finish suits contemporary composite and uPVC front doors
• Interlocking double brush design with a hinged flap over the bristles
• Metal construction is sturdier than plastic letterbox covers

Cons

• Some buyers report the brush strips need re-seating after heavy use

Pros

• Compact 10x3 inch size suits standard front door letterbox openings
• Polished chrome finish matches contemporary door furniture
• Traditional Victorian design with a sprung flap and interior brush strip

Cons

• Smaller opening may not suit oversized post or thick catalogues

Pros

• Larger 10x4 inch opening takes bigger post and small parcels more easily
• Polished chrome finish matches contemporary door furniture
• Traditional Victorian design with sprung flap and brush strip

Cons

• Larger cut-out needs more care when fitting to an existing door

Pros

• Solid polished brass casting with a substantial, weighty feel
• Square and compass masonic motif suits a distinctive front door
• Hinged striker and fixing kit included for a straightforward fit

Cons

• Polished brass needs occasional polishing to keep its shine

Pros

• Solid brass ring knocker gives a traditional, weighty knock
• Compact 10cm size suits most front and internal wooden doors
• Easy-fit design with screws included for straightforward mounting

Cons

• Brass will need occasional polishing to stay bright outdoors