Facts and Trivia About Doors and Windows

Have you ever been curious about why our windows and doors look and designed that way? Find out the reasons why.

Fact no. 1: The revolving doors that we know today were invented as a response against chivalry. Because Theophilus van Kannel, the inventor of revolving door, finds it uncomfortable and stressful to open doors for other people especially for women, he decided to invent a door in which he does not need to open it for others.

Fact no. 2: The way front doors open have purpose. For example, most residential front doors open inwards while public front doors open outwards. Inward door openings of residential homes will keep people standing outside the door from getting hit. On the other hand, public spaces have outward door openings especially emergency exits for security purposes. This is to allow an easy escape in case of emergencies.

Fact no. 3: The first revolving door, invented by Thomas van Kannel, is made of wood unlike today which is made of aluminum and steel. This wooden revolving door was first installed in a restaurant in New York City’s Time Square called Rector’s.

Trivia no. 1: Most houses in Ireland are painted in various colors because of their rebellion when Queen Victoria died.  People in Ireland have been ordered to paint their doors black as a sign of mourning when the queen died.  However, the Irish rebelled and instead, used bright colors for their doors. Now, as a joke, people say that the reason behind those colorful doors is to let the drunk husbands easily find their way home.

Trivia no. 2: Most churches, particularly in Philadelphia, have red doors because the color red symbolizes the sacrificial blood of Christ. Moreover, it is also a reminder of Passover and a sign of the Holy Spirit and a place of sanctuary, refuge, and safety.

Trivia no. 3: While excavating on a site in Zurich, Archaeologists discovered the Europe’s oldest door in Switzerland. Based on the tree rings of the door’s wood, the door is estimated to be 1,500 years old, according to National Geographic.

There are good reasons why things are the way they are. Even doors are designed and look that way because they serve some purpose. Whatever purpose you may have, know that Guardian Hurricane Protection will be there to give you the purpose you need for your doors as well as windows.

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