Door Quotation Guide: Read & Compare Door Quotes India 2026

A door looks like one product, but a door quotation is really a bundle of six or seven separately priced things. Two carpenters or showrooms can quote the same "flush door" and land ₹3,000 apart simply because one includes the frame, fitting and hardware while the other does not. This door quotation guide breaks down exactly what should appear on a proper estimate in India, how to read each line, where vendors hide charges, and how to compare quotes apples-to-apples before you sign anything. If you only remember one rule: never compare the headline number — compare the fully installed, GST-inclusive total for an identical specification.

What a complete door quotation should contain

A trustworthy quote spells out every component. If a vendor hands you a single line like "10 doors – ₹85,000", treat it as incomplete and ask for the break-up. Here is the anatomy of a proper door quotation.

The percentages are a rough rule of thumb for a standard 7×3 ft (2.1×0.9 m) leaf — they shift heavily for a carved teak main door (where the leaf dominates) or a basic bathroom PVC door (where fitting can be a big slice). For benchmark per-door numbers across every material, keep the master 2026 door cost guide open alongside the quote.

Reading each line correctly

The leaf — get the spec, not just the word "flush"

"Flush door" spans hollow-core commercial doors and solid-core BWR doors that cost twice as much. A real quote states material, core type, thickness (32–35 mm typical for internal), finish and brand grade. "Solid-core BWR flush, 32 mm, both sides 1 mm laminate" is a spec; "good quality flush door" is a sales pitch. Cross-check against flush door price in India or, for the entrance, main door cost in India.

The frame — is it in the quote at all?

Many low quotes quietly exclude the frame, assuming you will buy it separately or reuse the old one. A sal-wood frame adds roughly ₹2,000–₹3,500 per door before GST. Confirm the timber, the section size and whether painting/priming of the frame is included. See door frame cost in India.

Hardware — "with fittings" is ambiguous

Ask which hardware is included and at what grade. A ₹1,200 basic set (steel hinges + cylindrical lock) is very different from a ₹2,500 set with stainless hinges and a branded mortise lock. Smart locks and premium handles are almost always extra. Detail is in the door hardware guide for India.

Finish, fitting, transport, warranty

Laminate vs membrane vs veneer changes both price and durability — make sure the quoted finish matches what you discussed. Fitting may be quoted per door or as a lump sum; lump sums hide whether wall chasing, frame grouting and clean-up are covered. Transport and a high-rise "lift/loading" charge often surface only at delivery, so ask upfront. Finally, every line should map to a warranty — material warranty from the manufacturer and a workmanship guarantee from the fitter. Vague "company warranty" with no document is worth little; read door warranty guide for India.

Supply-only vs supply-and-fix

The single biggest reason two quotes look different is scope. Know which one you are reading.

A "supply only" price will always look cheaper than "supply & fix" — that is not a discount, it is a smaller scope. Add realistic fitting (₹1,000–₹2,500 per door) plus hardware before comparing it to an installed quote. Detail on the labour side is in door installation cost in India.

How a door price builds up

The diagram below shows how a quoted installed price for one standard internal door stacks from leaf to GST. It explains why the "door price" you saw on a board is never the final number.

The figures above are illustrative for one solid-core flush door; your own numbers shift with material, city and brand. To build your own line-by-line estimate, use the door quotation builder, and to confirm the tax maths use the door GST calculator.

Sample annotated quote — what good looks like

Here is a clean per-door estimate for a solid-core flush door, the way a fair vendor should present it.

Read the annotations as you scan it: every line names a spec, the finish is stated (1 mm laminate both sides), fitting is itemised (so you know it is supply-and-fix), transport is disclosed, and GST is shown separately at 18% rather than buried in the rate. A quote that does all five is one you can trust and negotiate. Multiply by your door count and sanity-check against door cost by city, since the same spec costs more in Mumbai or Bengaluru than in Indore or Jaipur.

Hidden charges to watch for

• Frame excluded silently — the most common gap; adds ₹2,000–₹3,500 per door later.
• Hardware "extra at actuals" — an open-ended line; lock a set and a price now.
• Polishing/painting not in scope — a raw door delivered without finish costs more to complete.
• High-rise lift/loading charges — sometimes ₹300–₹1,000 per consignment, billed at delivery.
• Wastage/extra cutting — for non-standard sizes; agree on it before fabrication.
• GST shown as "inclusive" verbally but not on paper — get 18% written, with the vendor's GSTIN. See door GST and HSN in India.
• "Site conditions extra" — vague catch-all; ask what specifically it would cover.

How to compare vendors apples-to-apples

1. Freeze one specification and ask every vendor to quote that exact spec — same material, thickness, finish, frame timber and hardware grade.

2. Insist on the same scope — all supply-and-fix, or all supply-only. Never compare an installed quote to a leaf-only price.

3. Bring everything to a GST-inclusive installed total per door and for the whole home.

4. Compare warranty side by side — a slightly higher quote with a 7-year material warranty and written workmanship guarantee usually wins.

5. Check the GSTIN and a sample/showroom before paying an advance.

For the negotiation that follows, see negotiating door prices in India, and to avoid the classic traps read door buying mistakes in India. If you are spec-ing the whole home, the door budget planner helps you set targets before the quotes arrive.

Frequently asked questions

What should a proper door quotation include?

Leaf (with full spec), frame, hardware, finish, fitting/installation, transport, and GST at 18% shown separately — plus warranty terms. If any of these is missing, the quote is incomplete and the final bill will likely be higher than the headline number.

Is GST always 18% on doors?

Yes for the common categories: wooden and flush doors fall under HSN 4418 and uPVC/PVC doors under HSN 3925, both taxed at 18%. Always ask for the price plus 18% in writing with the vendor's GSTIN rather than a vague "all-inclusive" verbal figure.

Why is one quote so much cheaper than another?

Usually scope, not value. A "supply only" quote excludes fitting, often the frame and sometimes hardware. Add ₹1,000–₹2,500 fitting plus frame and hardware before comparing it to a supply-and-fix quote for the same specification.

What does "supply only" vs "supply & fix" mean?

Supply only means the vendor delivers the door (and sometimes frame) and you arrange installation. Supply & fix means they deliver and install everything, so one party is accountable for the finished door. Choose supply-and-fix unless you have a trusted carpenter.

How do I compare quotes from different vendors fairly?

Freeze one identical specification, ask everyone to quote the same scope, convert each to a GST-inclusive installed total, and compare warranties alongside price. Use the door quotation builder to normalise the line items.

Should I pay a large advance on a door order?

Keep advances modest (commonly 30–50%) and tie the balance to delivery and satisfactory installation. Confirm the vendor's GSTIN and get the warranty in writing before releasing the final payment.