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Mark Etinger
You see them every day and yet you often ignore them. What is it about doors that goes unnoticed? For one, these doors that you ignore are practical - their primary purpose is functionality, then ergonomics, then maybe you take into account their aesthetic appeal. But if you're putting doors in your home, you don't want to settle on entry doors or interior doors. You want solid wood doors, airy French doors, doors that are a pleasure to open and close, and that aren't thin and weak - you want doors that do something for your home. To see your options, read on. 1. French doors: Some of the more luxurious doors, French doors are beautiful and whimsical, and don't worry about the glass being colder - French doors are good for keeping in warm air. All kinds of glass can be chosen to sit in the panels of these beautiful doors, which can function as entry doors, or interior doors. 2. Sliding doors: These doors are good for decks and patios because they are insulated and are easy to open. On a hot summer's night they are especially convenient, if you have a screen to keep out mosquitoes and other crepuscular insects. 3. Pocket doors: These doors are so called because they fit into a wall, which serves as a pocket. They don't take up any space and are very popular in laundry rooms and shared bathrooms. Replacing interior doors with pocket doors can be tricky, however; there must be a non-load bearing wall involved in the construction of the pocket doors. 4. Bi-fold doors: These interior doors are great for sectioning off two different rooms that don't require much privacy, but offer more than the typical folding screen. 5. Iron doors: Exterior doors are great when they are solid and heavy duty. Solid wood doors work well as exterior doors, but if you really want more of a medieval look of safety, with perhaps an art nouveau design, iron exterior doors are the best. 6. Glass inserts: This romantic addition to entry doors is a welcome one. Beveled glass prevents weirdos from peeking into your home, and allows guests to see light and activity while waiting at your doorstep. 7. Mahogany: This tree grows in tropical regions to produce a beautiful reddish brown colored wood that is strong, sturdy and durable. As a result, mahogany entry doors are an excellent and safe way to add a touch of class to your home. To customize your class, think about hand carved mahogany exterior doors. Doors, doors everywhere and so many ways to customize them and make them your own. Choosing which doors you want outside and inside your home says a lot about who you are. So don't give off the wrong impression - choose exterior doors and interior doors that you can be proud of.
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