Recognizing when the time is right for door replacement can be a challenge. Telltale signs of wear and tear include squeaks, drafts, and diminished energy efficiency.
When it comes to enhancing the beauty and functionality of your home, nothing compares to a quality entryway. At Decatur Window Replacement, we offer a wide range of doors designed to match the distinct style and climate requirements of homes throughout Alabama.
Contemporary
Contemporary door styles are characterized by clean architectural lines that promote open space. They tend to borrow from Modern and Art Deco styles and feature neutral colors. They also evoke a feeling of minimalism. Contemporary front doors and interior doors work well with many different home styles.
The right time for door replacement is often signaled by squeaks and drafts that detract from the comfort of your home. A durable and stylish replacement door can strengthen your home’s protection against the unrelenting Southern climate, improving energy efficiency. It’s a wise investment that enhances the curb appeal of your property.
Rustic & Craftsman
Rustic and Craftsman-style doors showcase natural materials like wood tones, natural textures, and intricate details. Often featuring dentil shelves and simulated divided lite grids, these doors make for an ideal complement to bungalow-inspired home designs.
These doors prioritize practical elegance over decorative flourishes. They often feature nature-inspired hues like deep navy blue, forest green, and sunshine yellow to highlight the beauty of your home.
To maintain their beauty, opt for a solid core door made with Masonite’s AquaSeal technology. This innovative sealant dries clear and makes your door up to 22 times more resistant to moisture infiltration.
Glass Accents
The front door is the first thing guests see of your home and communicates both style and security. Door styles that feature glass are a rising trend, opening up entryways to let natural light shine inside and adding an elegant touch. The most popular exterior doors for modern and traditional homes include sidelights, full-panel, and frosted glass inserts. Energy-efficient options with insulated cores and tightly sealed weatherstripping help reduce energy costs during Alabama’s hot summers and chilly winters. Decorative glass creates a custom look and is available in a variety of colors, patterns, and finishes.
Energy-Efficient
An entry door is more than just a gateway into your home; it’s a statement piece, a barrier of security and a reflection of your personal style. When your entry doors start to show signs of wear and tear, it’s time to consider upgrading to a new replacement door that will improve the aesthetic and climatic capabilities of your home. Our team of experts will work with you to find the perfect solution, ensuring that your new door will be a seamless blend of beauty and functionality. You may also be eligible for energy rebates that can help offset installation costs.
Wrought Iron
Wrought iron was the main ferrous material used for gates, fences and other decorative architectural applications prior to the industrial revolution. It has a much lower carbon content than cast or low carbon steel, and is more ductile, as demonstrated by its ability to withstand considerable elongation before failure.
It can be smelted by the bloomery, osmond or finery processes or by heating high carbon cast iron in a Lancashire hearth furnace. However, the wrought irons produced by these processes are highly variable in terms of their chemical composition and slag content. This is illustrated by the wide range of test results for a 2 m long girder from a demolished bridge shown in Table 14.2.
Fiberglass
Fiberglass is a material that plays a quiet, yet integral role in many of our daily lives. It can be found in carpets, ceiling tiles, roofing shingles and insulation for pipes and cars. It’s even used to make shower curtains and fireproof draperies, and it can be combined with plastics to create composite materials that are strong and lightweight.
Fiberglass is made from a mixture of ingredients, including silica sand, soda ash, limestone, borax, magnesite, nepheline syenite and feldspar. The mixture is then heated in a furnace to produce a molten glass that can be spun or blown into long, thin fibers. These are then combined with a resin to form the fiberglass that we use in our homes and vehicles.
Aluminum
The exterior of a home tells a story. Aluminum doors are an easy way to add elegance and curb appeal to your property. These doors are also energy-efficient and provide privacy. They also protect vehicles and equipment from weather.
Hinged aluminum doors are ideal for seamless indoor-outdoor transitions and can be customized with windows to enhance ventilation and natural light. These doors prioritize security with reinforced frames and multi-point locking systems.
Sliding aluminum doors operate on smooth tracks and require little swing space, making them ideal for tight spaces. They can be designed with a range of colors and finishes to complement the design of any home or commercial space.