Areas with a large volume of in and out traffic, or those that require extra security, are best served by durable steel doors with cores that have been reinforced with steel ribs.
If modern isn’t your cup of tea, you can always opt for a more rustic feel with battened and ledged doors. These doors have never lost their appeal and they can even be braced to increase their stability.
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If you'd rather not worry too much about maintaining your home's doors, you may want to opt for aluminum instead of wood. Once installed, aluminum doors and frames will not need more than a wipe down every now and then and should thus lessen your maintenance tasks.
If you have a prefab or modular home, storm doors are available that offer protection and insulating power to keep the elements out and help control the climate within.
For healthcare facilities, safety, security and sanitation are the key standards that metal doors must meet. For these sites, stainless steel is the best material to choose. Not only are they secure and fireproof, but they are easy to clean, they aren't a haven for bacteria, and they deliver a sharp, professional appearance.
The fire resistance-rating that is printed on the label of a door indicates the duration for which the door can hold up during a standard fire-resistance test.
If you have a home office, or a room in your home in which you would prefer a quieter environment, add doors with sound-dampening properties. They are available in materials and with design features that match your home’s décor.
For most sliding patio door systems, only one of the doors is operational. If you would like to have both doors fully functional, it is possible to override the blocking mechanism to accommodate this. However, an additional lock will be needed.
Make your guests feel more secure in your hotel or motel by installing steel interior doors. Manufactured from sturdy metal in almost any color and design pattern, they can be fitted with the highest quality locking systems, removing any concerns your guests may have.
Doors are one of the easiest aspects of your home to customize. You can select from painted or raw surfaces, any combination of solid and glass arrangements, wood, fiberglass, or metal materials, and a variety of complementary hardware.
If you have a multi-story house, or one with multiple dormers, choose an exterior door design that draws the eyes upward. Arched doors and framing, board and batten design, and similar vertical enhancements will help emphasize the height of your home.
If you have a hollow core interior door in your home that opens to an uninsulated garage, replace the door with one that is insulated to cut down on energy bills caused by the temperature difference between the two areas.
For added security, you can have the doors to your building outfitted with reinforced or security glass. This is essentially safety glass with a metal mesh inlay. Even if the glass breaks, the mesh remains in place to prevent unauthorized entry.
One of the most important security measures you can take is to make sure your new door will accommodate a strong and sturdy deadbolt. If your doorframe does not have a receiving slot, you can have one installed, or you can purchase a complete door and frame setup that has one included.
If you have a patio, sunroom, or solarium, you can add to the beauty of the interior of your home with tasteful and complementary framed glass doors that lead to these areas.
For Green or LEED applications, exterior doors with a polyeurethane core will deliver a better insulation rating than those with a polystyrene core (R8 vs R5, respectively). If greater insulating properties are needed, we can discuss the different options available.
According to an industry study, automatic doors provide ease of access and present a positive welcoming image. They also create a modern image for a business and a note of customer convenience.
Not all doors for commercial applications are metal or glass. In locations where chemicals or other corrosives are used, doors made from corrosion-resistant materials are needed. While as sturdy as metal doors, they will not be damaged if exposed to chemical agents.
Sliding glass door or french? It depends on your taste and budget. French doors are typically more expensive and more complicated to install, and their design can make them less energy efficient.
A pre-hung door is exactly that - one that is put together with jambs, thresholds, hinges and trim to make a ready-to-hang working door unit.
Replacing a sliding glass door is not the place for a DIY curve. The money you think you are saving on installation can be quickly offset in energy bills or the cost of having a professional fix your mistake.
The color you choose for the entry door of your home may be the first thing people notice, so choose carefully! Black and charcoal gray are very popular, as are neutrals. A pop of color can look magnificent; just make sure it's a complementary color for the rest of the exterior.
Like fresh air? A door with a transom, or a window above the door way, can be helpful in helping air circulate even when the door is shut.
If you are looking for energy efficiency, choose a door with an adjustable threshold. It keeps heating and cooling costs down by being adjustable to block air flow under the door.
