There is a lot more to buying exterior doors for a home renovation than just measuring the existing door and shopping at the local building supply store. While you can buy your next front, side, back or patio door in this fashion, you are missing out on all the options you have.
Choosing the right exterior doors should be something you spend at least a moderate amount of time considering. Remember, your doors create the first impression of your home. Your doors are also the focal point of that side of your home whether it be the patio, the back door or the view from the curb.
When looking at different options in exterior doors there are three major factors to keep in mind. By finding a door meeting all your requirements, you will be happy with your decision for years to come.
Life Expectancy
There are several different materials used in the construction of exterior doors for the home. These include wood, aluminum, fiberglass-composite and even steel doors, and all can be suitable for most types of climates and environments.
When considering life expectancy keep in mind that painted doors are more likely to scratch and scuff and require repainting over time. With metals, this can cause difficulty in matching paint colors with fading and discoloration. Fiberglass-composite doors can be durable, but they are not completely free from cracking and damage concerns.
Wood exterior doors are considered the best all round door because of their resistance to impact, their ability to withstand moisture and sun, and to stand up to heat and cold.
Overall Style
Choosing any pre-manufactured door will prevent any possibility of customizing or changing the style of the door. Some companies offer one or two choices in glass or perhaps different hardware, but the door style itself is not customizable.
With wood exterior doors from top door manufacturers, full customization is possible. You will have the ability to select the type of wood, the stain color, the shape and design of the door or even a particular style of door.
Price
Shopping around both in stores and online for exterior doors is a great exercise for a lazy weekend morning. By going online, you may be surprised to find the incredible prices and selection of natural wood doors for the exterior of your home.
These exterior doors will come customized to your requirements and stained and treated in the color of your choice. All you will need to do is have them installed, and this can be made even easier with pre-hung designs.
To learn more about the amazing inventory and selection of exterior doors offered online at Nick’s Building Supply, Inc., drop by our website.
