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| Author: | Fillis [ February 26th, 2023, 4:43 am ] |
| Post subject: | The Wide World of Entry Doors and How to Choose One |
The aesthetics of your home will provide a measure of guidance regarding the style of door you will want to buy. But even so style is not by itself of primary concern because many doors intentionally occupy a stylistic grey area and will work with a variety of home designs. So you’ll want to keep all the considerations we’re about to discuss in mind when you set out on your quest to acquire the perfect entry door. Let’s get started. Your Budget It doesn’t make any sense to start shopping for an entry door until you determine a budget. While exterior doors won’t set you back as much as a kitchen remodel a quality door won’t be exactly cheap. However, if you choose your door wisely it will be amongst the smartest money you ever spent on a home improvement project. So what exactly do you need to consider when formulating a budget for your new entry door? -The estimated lifespan of the door. -The amount of value it is likely to add to your home. -The energy profile of the door/its insulation capabilities. -The type of coating and whether it will need regular maintenance. -The level of protection it provides from the weather. -Whether the door works with the rest of the house. -Any special features Essentially you want to maximize your return on investment (ROI). To do that you’ll want a door that provides long life, high energy efficiency, robust protection from the elements and design integration. You’ll also want one that won’t need a lot of maintenance or cost you an arm and a leg. Keep in mind too that a door that might cost a bit more up front may actually provide superior insulation abilities and wind up saving you big in the long run. Also, while an insulated steel door may cost a bit more you may actually see a reduction in your homeowner’s insurance when you install one. When most people think of entry doors their thoughts naturally migrate to wood. Even many of those who are willing to consider alternative materials typically think of how well something like fiberglass can replicate the appearance of natural wood. Wood doors provide you with myriad design options, can have windows or be windowless and have a solidity and weight many find pleasing for both aesthetic and security reasons. A solid wood door also provides decent insulation and if it’s properly cared for will add significantly to both the curb appeal and market value of your home. |
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| Author: | Korio_97 [ February 26th, 2023, 7:29 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: The Wide World of Entry Doors and How to Choose One |
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