This way, you could choose the door that will suit your space, and your needs, best.
These are the most common types of doors and what makes them different.
Maybe you need a door to span a wide opening that can open completely to join two spaces.
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Maybe you need something that will allow airflow into the space even when shut.
Different doors are designed with different features to serve different purposes.
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The installer simply installs the entire unit into the rough opening.
While also used in interior applications, solid doors are the standard forexterior doors.
Hollow-core doors are also quicker to install thansolid wood doors, as they are significantly lighter.
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The most common system for sliding doors is glass sliding doors leading to an outdoor space.
While not exclusive to the aforementioned French doors, French doors are commonly installed as double doors.
For exterior doors, this can greatly aid in moving things in and out efficiently.
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For interior doors, double doors can open to allow two spaces to flow naturally together.
Pivot Door
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Pivot doors have become synonymous with luxurious, modern homes and are typicallymuch larger than a standard door.
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This allows the doors to fold neatly out of the way, conserving floor space.
The doors typically ride along an upper track.
Their ability to completely slide out of the way makes them popular in spaces where floor space is limited.
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Dutch doors are mostly popular in rural areas, in farmhouse design, and even in barns themselves.
Most storm doors feature removable or sliding glass panels with screens to allow for ventilation in warmer weather.
Colonial Door
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Colonial doors are solid wood doors with recessed panels.
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When used as front doors, Colonial doors are often installed as both single doors and double doors.
Louvered doors are ideal for spaces that require airflow when the door is closed, such asbathroomsand closets.
Most bi-fold closet doors are louvered to allow air to circulate, keeping clothes fresh.
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Among hinged doors, panel doors are the most commonly used in both interior and exterior applications.
However, hollow-core doors are exclusively used in interior applications.
For exterior applications, the most economical option is a steel door.
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For more privacy and security, a pre-hung door is fairly easy to install with minimal tools and experience.
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