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The style of door that you choose for your home goes a long way toward defining the home for those who come to visit. Remember, the door will be the first thing that they see as they come up to the house. They will take more from this than you might expect, even if they do not mean to do it. A door that is beautiful and elegant will cause them to see the whole house in that light. A door that is worn out and broken will cause them to see the home from a very different point of view. The following are three types of doors that you can choose from, along with some of the pros and cons of each. They include a wooden door, an iron front door, and a fiberglass door.
A door made of real wood will be very heavy and tough. This can be good because it will keep you safe. A wooden door will also add a lot of beauty to your home, especially if your home has hardwood floors and trim. It can perfectly fit the theme. These doors can also be finished for a gorgeous curb appeal. They look fancy and yet keep from being overbearing. If you want to have a design worked into the wood, they can provide an artistic look for the front of your house.
An iron front door is the best because it will keep you safe. Like wood, iron can be worked into a creative, artistic design. This design will not take away from the raw strength of the door at all. It will be able to keep you safe and secure when you lock it at night. You also do not have to worry about an iron door becoming worn down over time from either age or weather.
The main benefit of a fiberglass door is that it is light and energy-efficient. The core of a fiberglass door is designed to hold in as much heat as possible. It will fit securely into the frame to cut down on drafts. You can be sure that your home will be warm and cozy. The main problem is that fiberglass is not as tough as other materials like wood or iron. If the door is struck with something, it can break and have to be replaced.
No matter which style you like better, you are sure to find some great doors for your home. Sometimes, people will use multiple doors. If you want the security of an iron front door but also the heat-efficiency of a fiberglass door, you could just buy the fiberglass one and then put a rod iron door on the outside.
