Different Doors for Your Next Remodel
Ufema Contracting hopes everyone has a great Memorial Day! The weather is finally coming around here in New England, and before we know it, it’ll be grilling season. One part of the remodeling process that gets overlooked too often is door replacement. Replacing interior and exterior doors with new styles instantly brings your home to the next level. There are multiple different styles and materials of doors, but for today, we’ll only be talking about a few for interior and exterior use.
Interior Barn doors
Since the 2010s, barn doors have gained traction for interior home use. These doors are usually wood-based or MDF and come in various styles/colors. Barn doors can be found in different panel options and directions, as well as frosted glass panels for a more sophisticated aesthetic. In recent years, they have been combined with folding doors to create a sliding door that folds into itself. If you might be interested in having a barn door installed in your home, don’t worry, since there’s a style for everyone.
French Doors
French doors have been around for ages and will never go out of style. These side-by-side doors can be opened simultaneously or one side at a time. Like other door types, French doors are available in wood or MDF, and with glass panels or solid wood. One feature that can be distinguished between regular doors and French doors is that some French doors are completely glass; these types are used inside or as patio doors.
Hidden Doors
Also called “pocket doors”, this type of door has seen a decline in popularity but will always have an old charm to it. Pocket doors are hidden inside the wall of an archway and pull out from the wall to meet in the archway center, essentially blocking off the two rooms. These old-style doors are usually made of wood but are available in MDF. Other than being in homes, you can find pocket doors being used in hotel rooms.
Exterior Panel Doors
Panel doors are the most common door type for interior and exterior use. They get their name from the panels shown on the front. Nowadays, each door has 6 panels going down the front of it, with the middle panel being the longest. Panel doors can be bought in white or black, and are exceptionally well-suited for being painted. Solid wood doors can also be found, but will cost significantly more than their composite counterparts. If simple is your style, then this door is for you.
Portrait Glass Doors
Portrait doors are similar to panel doors except the top half of the top is replaced by a glass panel. This large glass panel can be frosted, stained, or left clear as seen in storm doors. Since portrait doors are found on the front of the home, you’ll usually see them stained or frosted. The image distortion enhances privacy and prevents passersby from peering directly inside.
Storm Doors
Storm doors are amazing for those who live in an area that is prone to heavy rain. Storm doors can consist entirely of a single sheet of glass or be like a portrait door. Glass storm doors are a great way to protect your front door while allowing you to see the whole door at the same time. Portrait storm doors allow you to see the top half of your door and are made of metal. Metal is used since it can endure a high amount of windstorm damage. Storm doors are always an excellent option for everyone, regardless of the climate.
Understandably, most people forget to think about updating their doors during a home remodel. After all, homeowners have a lot on their minds when their home is being torn apart to create a beautiful one in its place. Swapping out the doors in your home can be made affordable for everyone, regardless of their style. Each project should be discussed with a professional who can make sure the proper design and building codes are met for the job. If you have any questions regarding a potential construction project, please contact us online or give us a call at (978) 771-7936 for a free estimate.