GIVE YOUR ENTRANCE A WARM, INVITING MAKEOVER THAT APPEALS TO GUESTS AND PROVIDES A GREAT RETURN ON INVESTMENT.
How often do you think about your front door? Maybe not often, but the front door to your house is actually very important. It is one of the first things visitors notice about your home. Besides being a gateway to your home, it helps provide the first glimpse of your personal taste and style. When choosing a front door, there are some objectives that should be met like security and weather protection, but creating an inviting reception point should be at the top of the list.
Just like other aspects of the home, there are are trends in door design. Cookie-cutter doors are on their way out making room for fully customized entry doors. This adds great curb appeal and improves your return on investment. Plus, choosing color, glass inserts and hardware provides an opportunity for homeowners to create a one-of-a-kind entry door that represents their style. Take a look at some beautiful door designs that have volumes of character for inspiration on your door project.
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BOLD COLOR, PATTERNS & MATERIALS
The more homes you drive past, the more you’ll notice that homeowners are choosing a front door that really stands out with color or unique materials. Red has been a trendy color choice in the past, but yellow and teal are stepping to the forefront. Updating your door’s color is a simple way to dress up an older door without a complete replacement.
POCKET AND SLIDING DOORS
Space-saving is key to great, modern décor. That’s why pocket doors are gaining momentum inside the home. These doors slide into the wall instead of opening into the room. It’s also a great way to make your home more accessible. If you want to add a little extra character, opt for sliding doors with exposed hardware.
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HARDWARE
Safety is the primary concern when it comes to hardware. Locksets come as either mortise or tubular with tubular being the preferred type for keyless entries. Select a handle and lockset that match your entry door’s hinges and threshold. The materials you choose can also have direct connection to your door style. For example bronze or wrought iron hardware is better suited for a Rustic door, while stainless steel is more appropriate on a Contemproary model.
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