When it comes to entry doors there are quite a few different options out there. Below we’ll do a quick walk-through of some of the primary ones and very briefly cover some of their key characteristics:
A true classic, wooden doors have been a staple of human structures for ages. One of the standout features is the amazing aesthetic that they have – wooden doors can be incredibly attractive. Wooden doors are also incredibly customizable offering a wide range of different options. They are, however, susceptible to warping over time – especially in very humid environments.
Wood doors also require a lot of maintenance so they maintain that fresh look. Additionally, these doors are least energy efficient out of all the materials.
Constructed out of a synthetic composite material, fiberglass doors provide a cost-effective and highly energy efficient option. They are also quite strong and sturdy. Over time and in the right conditions (mostly a steady and pronounced exposure to sunlight) they can end up fading in coloration.
Like steel, these doors are made of a fully metal construction. One of the chief benefits of aluminum is that they provide a very low maintenance option. Aluminum is quite a bit weaker of a metal than steel though and it’s less secure of the two metal options.
The most budget-friendly option, vinyl is an incredibly cost-effective choice for an entry door. Vinyl also stands as a fairly low-maintenance entry door selection. There is, however, quite a lower range of different style and appearance options in relation to other types of entry doors which can limit your spread of possible selections.
Steel entry doors offer the most strength and durability out of all the materials. Certainly one of the most premium selections when it comes to entry doors – we’ll take a more extensive look at what makes this the case in the following.
