Selecting the Perfect Front Door

October 23, 2008

Homeowners' front doors shoulder lots of responsibility. Not only should front doors present a welcoming façade for guests, they need to hold up in extreme weather, from snowstorms to rainstorms to high wind. Also, a well-insulated front door can help your house conserve energy. So how can you choose the right door? Here are some tips to get you started

Choose the Right Material

Is durability your top priority for a front door? If so, you should look into steel doors. Steel doors typically outlast wood and fiberglass doors. Additionally, steel doors can easily be repaired if they are dented. Other types of doors also offer marvelous benefits, however. For example, wood doors come in many beautiful woods, including cherry, fir, maple, and pine. Fiberglass doors, on the other hand, can mimic the look of wood doors while providing sturdier storm protection.

Pick the Proper Style

If your home has a classic Victorian architectural scheme, an old-fashioned wood door may be a good fit for your house. However, if your home has a sleek, modern design, an aluminum door might be a better choice. Remember to also consider your home's color scheme when picking a front door--for instance, a crimson door can provide a bold accent for a house with green trim.

    

If you wish to further explore your choices in front doors, visit local home and garden shows for inspiration. Not only can home and garden shows offer a host of options in front doors, from storm doors to heavy-gauge steel doors, they can provide free advice on selecting the right door for your hometown's weather conditions.

Sources:

BobVila.com, Exterior Door Basics

This Old House, Here's How to Pick a Front Door

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