The entry door is where the home's first impression occurs. Choose the right material,
style and design with practical benefits and investment to improve your home's exterior.
Signs It's Time to Replace Your Entry Door
Difficult to Open and Close: Sticking from the floor, hinges are sinking or sticking
into the door jam.Moisture Between Glass Panes: Seals of panes are damaged which leads to
moisture, mildew, or mold.
Previous Water Damage or Insect Damage: A history of flooding or pest
infestation takes its toll on wood.
Rust and Dings: A result of inside moisture and energy inefficiency.
Weathered, Warped or Cracked Doors: Exposed to slamming, kicking, and
temperature changes.
Visitors, Realtors or Future Buyers Compliment the Home Except for the Door:
Visitors, realtors, or future prospective buyers notice the entry door first. First
impressions are lasting.
Replacing Entry Doors
Entry doors can be replaced by exchanging one door (slab or blank), for another or
completely removing and replacing the door and using the old door framing including
jambs and thresholds.
To make a new wood door fit to an out-of-kilter frame, the top and bottom should be
plane or evenly trim to let the door hang correctly.
Best Entry Door Materials
1. Steel
A steel entry door is the best option for security and durability. Steel is stronger than
fiberglass and wooden doors and will not warp or crack. Dents and dings can be
easily pulled and puttied with an auto-body repair kit.
Affordable
Inner frame made from wood or steel
Keeps cool winds from creeping inside the home
Smooth surface or an embossed wood-grain pattern
Steel: 24 gauge (G40) hot-dip galvanized
Bottom Rail: Composite
Foam Core: VOC free polyurethane/high-density
Fire-rating: 20 minute
Large Projects (Pre-painted Steel)
Available: Expansive color varieties
Models:
6Panel
Brixton 6Panel
Mundo
Soho
Sydney
Special Orders
Vog
2. Fiberglass
Fiberglass is the choice between wood and steel, surpassing both in durability,
practicality and maintenance. These doors are aesthetically beautiful and are
available in a variety of color options.
Durable
High energy efficiency
Light-weight
Sound-proof/Fire-rated
Plaspro Exterior Doors
LVL Lock Block: Heavy-duty/Full-length
LVL Hinge-side reinforcement: Heavy-duty/Full-length
Hydro-shield Technology: Patented
Compression Molded Skins: High-impact
Composite Stiles: Full-length
Rails: Composite Top/Bottom
Polyurethane Foam Core: CFC High-density
Collections:
Fiberglass Smooth Skin 6/8
Fiberglass Smooth Skin 8/0
Modern Collection
Rustic Collection
Shaker Collection
3. Wood
A wood entry door is the perfect choice for versatility, character and beauty. Available
in a variety of custom and natural-finish including oak, cherry, walnut and mahogany,
Durable and weather resistant (modern types)
Easy to shape and cut/Endless design possibilities
Expensive/High maintenance
Harmonizes with all home styles
Natural beauty and substance
Fiberglass Woodgrain Textured 6/8
Fiberglass Woodgrain Textured 8/0
Pattern: Stainable Rich Oak Grain
Natural Color: Tan
Meets Energy Standards
4. Glass
Glass exterior doors enhance views from indoors and increase natural light but can
also admit cold air and may jeopardize privacy.
Aesthetically pleasing
Colorful design options
Different levels of privacy
Increased natural light
ODL Door Glass
Tempered Safety Glass: Two Panels
Air-and Water-tight Performance: Insulated
Light/Privacy: Different Levels
Low-E Doorglass: Hard/Soft Coat Finish
ENERGY STAR: Qualified
Door Glass Options
1. Decorative Doorglass
Classic Style
Contemporary Style
Craftsman Style
Destination Doorglass Collection
Dialogue Layered Glass
Old World Style
Perspectives Textured Doorglass
Spotlights Doorglass
2. Enclosed Blinds Doorglass
Enclosed Blinds Color Collection
Light-touch Enclosed Blinds
Triple-Glazed Blinds
3. Classic Series Doorglass
Clear Doorglass & External Grilles
Grilles Between Glass
Simulated Divided Lights
Vents
4. Severe Weather Doorglass
Door Glass Accessories
1. Vertilite (Overlay Art Glass Laminate)
Smooth Skin: 6/8 DRS00
Wood Grain Textured: 6/8 DRG00, 8/0 DRS0080, 8/0 DRG0080
2. Door Inserts
Windsert Ventilating Doors- Impact Rated/Non-Impact Rated
Entry Door Replacement Recommendations
Add greenery to distinctly frame the entrance.
Showcase favorite colors on entry doors.
Position railings at the sides of the entry door, for curb appeal and
functionality.
Install pathways leading to the entry door for safe accessibility.
Display address numbers.
Add up privacy or artistic design with frosted or patterned film to glass with
panels.
Balance style between entry doors, furniture and windows.
Clear trash and unpleasant items.
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