All Entries in the "Exterior Doors" Category
Common Exterior Door Callback Complaints
I have been in the building industry for over 22 years and most product performance complaints are a result of improper installation or misinformation. When it comes to exterior doors you may want to know a few of the common callback complaints before you begin your project. Water/Air Leakage – Failure to caulk between [...]
Jeldwen vinyl patio door – Blinds between the glass
This new option for Jeldwen Premium Vinyl and Builders Vinyl sliding patio doors provides privacy and is virtually maintenance-free. The blinds, which have no exposed cords, are thermally sealed between clear insulating glass. So there
Installing an exterior door
Here is a great video for how to properly install an exterior door.
Thermatru catalogs
I thought it would be a good idea to have the latest Thermatru catalogs handy and at our fingertips. I like putting stuff like this on here for quick and easy reference.
What to know before you order an exterior door
Before ordering or even pricing an exterior door there are a few questions you need to answer. Here is the basic list of things your door supplier will need from you. What type of material? Wood,Steel or fiberglass What is the door size? Usually 32″ or 36″ What is the jamb size? Usually 4-9/16″ or [...]
Jeldwen retractable patio screen
No more roller screens falling off the tracks. Check out this new retractable screen from Jeldwen.
ULTRABREEZE Retractable Designer Screens
I provide some really nice looking exterior doors to customers. After spending money on such a great looking entrance, who wants to cover it with a storm door? Here’s the answer to getting a breeze without changing the look of your entrance. The Larson Ultrabreeze is a must see product.
Venting sidelights and transoms
I had training on Jeldwen windows this week. It is amazing that when I go these training seminars, I always see something I didn’t know they made. The picture above shows venting sidelights (what a good idea). Here is the link to the product information.
Quick Plumb Door Hanger
Look at this this new product. It’s called the Quick Plumb Door Hanger. It is designed to make installation of interior doors faster, and much simpler.The product currently comes in boxes with enough to hang 10 doors. That is what we are stocking for our commercial contractors and larger home builders. The company, Express Produts, [...]
New products from Simpson doors
Check out these new products from Simpson doors.
Flashing and Sill Pans
I continue to watch how windows and doors are being installed in West Michigan. I still feel there is improvement needed in this area. Most framers are not taking the necessary steps to prevent leaks. I was recently on a job-site and saw Tyvek tape being used as the barrier around each unit. This is [...]
Craftsman style door without the wood
I like the beauty of a real wood entry door but the new American Style Collection from Therma-Tru is a great looking door. I find the new fir door skin to be my favorite. If your in the market for a new door this is a must see.
Your homes entrance can effect its value
Recently homes have sat on the market for long periods of time and some never sell. Here is an interesting study done by Therma-Tru doors on how your homes entrance is a factor in perceived value. Click Here for the link.
Clad door frames are the only way to go
Every door company I deal with today offers aluminum clad frames. Some even offer composite frames which are guaranteed to never rot or need painting. If you currently have a door that looks like the one pictured above maybe it’s time for a change.
