We offer three painted finishes and one unpainted natural version.
The painted doors are finished with Hydrolux from Anker Stuy. This is a transparent coating that protects the wood against moisture, mould and discolouration and gives it a contemporary look. Clean with detergent and, after many years, simply refresh with our maintenance kit.
Transparent paint is the most popular option. The beautiful grain of the wood remains visible, and the transparent film does not turn yellow.
Grey transparent paint goes with everything. The wood grain remains slightly visible through the grey oil.
Painted white transparent, the wood grain remains visible. The white oil with the wood grain creates a very beautiful effect!
The natural version of our doors is not painted but completely ready to paint: assembled, sanded and dusted.
Looking for a black cat door, a varnished dog door, a white high-gloss finish, lacquered or stained to match your windows and doors? You can use any paint, oil, stain, etc. for outdoor use. This is the most economical choice.
Tip: painting the door on a workbench before installation is much more convenient than painting it once it has been installed.
The door can be installed in a door panel, glass or thin wall. You do not need to know the exact thickness when ordering because, thanks to a clever sliding system, the door automatically adjusts to the precise thickness during installation.
Are there any doubts? Please feel free to contact us for advice.
We manufacture our dog flaps and cat flaps for doors or windows from rubberwood or European oak. Both are sustainable types of wood, sourced from responsibly managed forestry.
Rubberwood is the wood from rubber trees that have become too old to produce rubber and are replaced by young trees. It is light beige in colour, has a beautiful pattern and is smooth. It is a popular wood type in contemporary Danish design. Rubberwood is the most popular and economical option.
The European oak we use is dark and grained, full of character. It’s a popular choice for any furniture, windows and doors.
Both are durable types of wood. When used outdoors, the wood must be protected to ensure it remains attractive for a long time. You can choose the painted finish or finish the natural version yourself with a protective coating against moisture, mould, etc.
Dark & grained or light & smooth? It is therefore mainly a matter of choosing the finish that you think looks best in your home for this dog and cat door in the door or in glass!
We can install the door for you in Belgium, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and California (USA).
Do you live in Belgium and are you eligible for the reduced VAT rate of 6% instead of 21%? Installation in a door will then cost an additional 195 euros on top of what you would pay if you only purchased the pet flap at 21% VAT. When ordering, you will pay the full 21% VAT, but immediately after installation, you will be refunded the excess amount paid.
This Felix cat door (XS) is suitable for the smallest or slimmest cats. Ideal for breeds such as Singapura, Munchkin, Siamese, etc.
For larger pets, we also have other sizes available, so there is always a door that fits perfectly.
Put your cat or dog in another room and leave the door open 4.84″ (12 cm), which is the width of the door opening. If they can come to you without having to push the door further open, you’re good to go.
In doubt? Give your dog or cat the benefit of the doubt and choose a size larger!
Passage
4.84″ wide x 7.4″ high
12,3 cm wide x 18,8 cm high
Installation
3.9″ (10 cm) from the floor
Frame included
8.46″ wide x 11.02″ high
21,5 cm wide x 28 cm high
Tomsgates pet doors are indeed an investment. You will see the return on your energy bill and you will enjoy them for a long time because they are made from quality materials by skilled craftsmen in Belgium.
Now you have a door that closes properly, is secure, doesn’t make any noise, and looks great.
The flaps of the Tomsgates cat and dog doors are made of soft rubber that closes draught-free.
The wooden slats on the flaps are essential for keeping the soft rubber in shape for years to come! These wooden slats also ensure that the flap never feels cold to the touch. This patented flap is unique to Tomsgates!
And if the wind really gets too strong, there is a solid wooden closing door that comes standard with every door. Then your pet door is shut tight.
The flexible flaps of our cat doors and dog flaps close silently thanks to the soft rubber-on-rubber closure, so there is no rattling noise.
The hinges are designed to prevent squeaking noises, and we don’t have any locks that slam . . . silent!
A big difference for your sleep and that of your neighbors 😴
Every cat door and dog door comes with a 2 cm thick solid wood night door that locks securely with a steel lock. You can rest assured: this door keeps your pet safely inside and also protects against burglary.
By using wood on the flap, our cat door or dog door is also less noticeable in your door or wall than a transparent plastic door.
At our production facility in Belgium, planks arrive and carefully finished pet doors leave. Designed and manufactured in-house from start to finish.
Since 2014, we have been delivering in 39 countries. But if you have any questions, please feel free to ask Ivan, the creator of Tomsgates doors and owner of the company. We guarantee this service with your purchase!
We have been extremely satisfied with our dog flap for many years. It is used very intensively, with an average of ten dogs using it. Even our four-legged guests quickly get used to it! Highly recommended!!! Above all, the service is top notch, which is also a big plus! We are absolutely satisfied!
21/11/2024
I just wanted to thank you SO much for Motsi’s dog door! My husband nearly had a fit when I told him how much I’d spent on it, but now he is a true convert. It is silent, wind proof, and for a fox terrier who is scared of EVERTHING, it hasn’t worried her a bit. Plus, it is beautiful to look at. We’ve had it almost a year now, and it is the best we’ve ever had.❤️
26/05/2025
Our first door was installed about seven years ago. Quick installation, friendly service, ingenious system, our cat only needed two attempts to get the hang of it. When we renovated our house, we chose this door again. It’s also aesthetically pleasing and very easy for our cat to use. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
28/11/2024
Great company, wonderful product. I love that my new cat flap is so solid, insulated, and made from sustainable materials. It’s a lot more expensive than the usual cheap cat flaps, yes, but I really think it will last a lifetime, plus it’s well insulated and quiet to use. My cats were both happy to use it the first night it was installed.
Also, I had a small problem with my order but Ivan immediately sorted it out for me, great customer service.
29/08/2020
Our painted pet doors are fully finished and protected, ready for immediate installation.
The natural version of our dog and cat doors is ready to paint: assembled, sanded and dusted. You can use any paint, oil, stain, etc. for outdoor use. There is no need to dismantle it; simply cover the rubber and metal parts with masking tape. To enjoy your door for many years to come, use a product that provides good protection for the wood. There are many good products available on the market for this purpose.
Tip: painting the pet door on a workbench before installation is more convenient than painting it once it has been installed.
And of course, we are always delighted to receive photographs of your work of art.
Your dog or cat door comes with an installation template for cutting the hole in the door. Saw as precisely as possible so that the installation hole for your dog or cat door is no larger than necessary, thereby preserving the insulation of your door as much as possible.
Installing the door in the installation opening is very simple: slide the part with the tunnel into the door, then slide the inner frame into place and secure it with the 4 screws provided… done!
A draught-free door must also be installed in a draught-free manner.
The draught-proof foam strip on the inside of the frame ensures that no draughts can get between the frame and the door. But it is just as important to apply a good silicone seal so that no moisture can get between the door and the frame of your pet door.
Cleaning
To wash your wooden dog door and cat door, use water with a household detergent. You can use a washing-up brush or even a nail brush if your dog or cat leaves grease on the door that is difficult to remove.
Maintenance kit
And if the protection on your door becomes a little worn after many years, ask us for a maintenance kit. First wash it thoroughly, then sand it lightly and finally apply a thin layer of protective paint to ensure it will last for many more years. How often should this be done? That depends on where the door is located: in full sun, wind and rain it will need to be done more often than if it is protected. Just keep an eye on it when the protection starts to wear thin.
Service enquiries
Have you noticed anything unusual about your door? Please contact us immediately. Send us a photo so we can see what the problem is. We have been making doors since 2014, so someone else has undoubtedly asked us your question before.
Absolutely! Just send us some pictures of where you want the door put and we’ll let you know if there’s anything we need to be aware of. Make sure you take photos inside and outside, and from far enough away so that you can see all the details.
One of the things that makes our doors stand out is the non-transparent flap. You’ll need to show your cat how to use it (check out the 3-step training for more info), but for a cat that’s not used to it, it’s not that clear how to find the door on its own and open it to get into a strange ‘nest’.
This has been working for thousands of customers since 2014 in 39 countries.
Chip systems don’t guarantee the lifespan we’re expecting for our cat doors. But don’t worry if you were looking for a cat flap with chip recognition, our doors have some special features that mean you might not even need a chip system. You can read all about it in this article.
The flap of this cat flap cannot tear at the attachement point due to wear and tear. We guarantee free replacement for 5 years, because it will never happen anyway. That’s because we have developed a unique mounting system.
And if the cat does manage to destroy the flap, replacement is very easy: at the top, the flap is held in place by an aluminium holder that is secured to the frame with a few screws. If you unscrew these screws, the flap comes loose and you can replace it with the new flap.
Our warranty lasts for two years and we’ll always be there for you even after that. We never leave our customers behind! Any material problems will probably show up pretty quickly during the first few months anyway.
Even better, if the flap tears due to wear and tear after two years, we’ll replace it free of charge for the first five years. We’re happy to promise this, as it will never be necessary anyway! ;-)
We have developed our cat doors with particular attention to ease of installation in doors, glass and panels. This means that a specialist installer is not required, making the installation of our doors an ideal project for a local handyman or woman. A sturdy cardboard installation template is included as standard, and you will find Tips & Tricks and Instructions on this page.
The hole in the door can indeed be closed again. It will take a professional half a day to do this: first to make a filler piece and then to finish the seams. If you are selling your house, the pet door can be an added attraction for dog or cat lovers. So be sure not to have the flap removed beforehand.
For the height of the installation of your cat flap, take into account the floor inside.
You can come and check out our products at our factory in Duffel (Belgium), but that might not be the best option if you don’t live nearby. To make things easier, we’ve got a returns service: if the product doesn’t meet your expectations, you can return it for free. We’re happy to offer this service because the doors are never returned anyway ;-)
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