Hennessy Wooden-Finish Steel Doors: Warm Look, Steel Strength

Clients who grew up with carved timber doors often want that warmth on a new house — and then remember Nairobi rain, termites, and a carpenter’s last bill. Hennessy-style steel doors copy the grain and the ceremonial knockers, then hide a steel chassis and a proper lock case behind the skin.

Who they suit

• Classic or “hotel lobby” elevations with stone and dark wood windows.
• Families who want a knocker they will actually use, not just décor.
• Plots where a matte black modern door would fight the architecture.

Check the grain direction on both leaves so the pair reads as one piece of furniture. Ask us to open the lock so you can see bolt throw — looks must not outrun security.

If you love this look but need a hatch, say so early — not every wooden-finish skin is prepped the same way.

Browse the shop or WhatsApp Imara Doors Interiors on +254 718 881 884. Visit us at Gateway Mall, 2nd Floor, Mombasa Road.