5 Practical Tips to Buy the Right Entry Door

The entry door is one of the most important architectural features of any home. It increases curb appeal, reinforces security, contributes to energy efficiency and noise abatement, and promotes daylighting.

To help you buy the right product, use these practical tips from Dreamstyle Remodeling:

1. Look Further Than Wood

Wood is traditional, but it has little merit compared with newer materials. Experts consider fiberglass and steel superior alternatives because they don’t wear like real timber does. Both options only require minimal upkeep, enduring the rigors of muggy summers and frigid winters while preserving their pristine condition.

For instance, ProVia®’s Legacy steel doors are made from 20-gauge metal to resist cracking and warping, making them among the toughest on the market.

2. Go Glazed

Trading your solid doors for ones with glass panels can elevate the functionality of your home. Glazed door systems admit the sun, providing the foyer plenty of natural illumination. If your interior has an abundance of reflective surfaces, the ambient light can bounce around and penetrate deeper places. The use of decorative glass lends more character to the entry and increases your level of privacy.

3. Don’t Forget Minor Components

Invest in entry doors covered with a low-maintenance cladding material (fiberglass or steel), advanced locks, and innovative weather strips. These features are often the unsung heroes of good front door design.

4. Choose The Color Carefully

Color is the most noticeable visual element of front doors. A good choice of hue allows the door to mesh with the rest of the interior and exterior elements. Since your home is an extension of yourself, the look of your entry door should reflect your personality. Considering colors that evoke different emotions, and never make a decision randomly.

5. Consider a Storm Door

Although entry doors are durable enough to withstand the elements, buying a storm door isn’t necessarily a good investment. Their presence doubles the benefits your entry doors already provide. If you’re truly serious about boosting your home’s weather resistance, security, and energy efficiency, outfit all your main exterior doors with completely independent secondary units.

Dreamstyle Remodeling is the premiere custom entry door provider that Tucson trusts. Call us today at (877) 721-1590 to talk about your needs and request a free estimate.