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#mondaymood: SHUT THE FRONT DOOR.🚪

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We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we're curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.


Doors are a cultural staple throughout the world. They’re an entrance point into the home of a friend or stranger. They’re a big contributor to the overall look and feel of the home. In many religions and cultures, they’re part of an important tradition.



Many cultures have their own traditions and beliefs behind a door's 'meanings'. The ancient Chinese Feng Shui philosophy also pays particular emphasis on having an attractive and welcoming entrance door. This philosophy states that in order to harmonise yourself with your surrounding environment, your entrance door or entrance plays a vital role.


Jewish use mezuzah for good luck at their entrance. The Hebrew word mezuzah means “doorpost.” According to tradition, the mezuzah is to be affixed to the doorpost at the entrance to a Jewish home as well as at the entrance to each of the interior rooms except for bathrooms. The mezuzah itself consists of a small scroll of parchment on which are written two biblical passages.




A grand, welcoming entrance is said to increase the flow of positive energy, money, opportunities and people in your life. You may not be a believer of Feng Shui, but a large number of people do so. To leave a positive impression in the minds of your guests, you should certainly have a welcoming entrance to your home.




Your entrance, or rather your front door, is often the only thing that neighbours and guests notice when entering your home –  and it is the basis of their first impressions, so it seems logical that searching for entrance doors in Perth is the starting point for many customers. Take a good look at your front door. Are you pleased with what you see? If not, maybe it’s time you should consider getting yourself a new front door?


Your entrance door is what forms the first impression about your home’s worth in people’s minds, so by installing an attractive entrance door, you can dramatically increase the appeal of your home, with guests, as also with prospective buyers. Moreover, you get a great chance to make your home more inviting when renovating your entrance.





Interior Applications:

  • Solid Wood: Solid wood doors are extremely sturdy and weather very well. While it is often the most expensive option, many buyers consider solid wood to be of good value due to its long-lasting composition. Solid wood interior doors also offer great insulation and act as a natural sound barrier.

  • Solid Core: Solid-core doors are made from plywood or moulded composite exterior, with a filled-wood-fiber interior. Solid-core doors generally look and feel similar to that of a solid wood door, maintaining the same aesthetic quality while offering good insulation and sound barrier between rooms. However, they are more likely to expand and contract with rising heat and moisture levels, which may present an issue depending on where your project is located.

  • Hollow Core: Generally the least expensive option, hollow core doors are constructed from a wooden frame, plywood or hardwood surface and filled with rigid cardboard to maintain their shape. They are not as durable or fire-resistant as the solid doors. Not surprisingly, the acoustic performance is also weaker. A benefit of hollow core doors is that they do not warp with humidity.

Exterior Applications: 

  • Solid Wood: Common among exterior applications, solid wood doors offer great versatility and opportunities for customisation. Natural-finish stock and custom wood doors come in oak, cherry, walnut, mahogany, maple, fir and pine. You’ll also find paint-grade doors in several softwood varieties, such as pine and western hemlock. Many stock wood doors are a sandwich of wood-veneer skins and an engineered-wood core, which helps minimise warping.

  • Steel: Steel is the best option when security and durability are top concerns in your design. Steel doors are stronger than wood and fiberglass doors, and neither crack nor warp. All steel doors have an inner frame made of either wood or steel. The cavities within this frame are filled with high-density foam insulation.

  • Aluminum: Aluminum doors come in a huge variety of styles and colours, with smooth or wood-grain finishes. Additionally, they have an enamel finish, which means that the door will not rust or require maintenance.

  • Fiberglass-Composite: Tough and maintenance-free, fiberglass-composite doors are a smart choice for harsh or humid climates. They mimic the look of wood with wood-grain texturing and can be stained to match oak, cherry, walnut and a variety of other woods. Beneath their moulded surface is a framework of wooden stiles and rails, including wood edges for the lockset. Voids in the framework are filled with polyurethane-foam insulation.



Door Type: There are many different types of doors, which should be chosen based on material preference, operating type and safety considerations. Here some of the most common types, as well as whether they are typically used in interior or exterior applications. Some of the most common types include french, bi-folding, pivoting, revolving, sliding and automatic doors


Dimensions: Always specify the height, width and desired thickness of your door. It is also important to note that by ADA standards, doors must have a width-clearance of at least 32-inches.

Stains: Stains are available in a variety of colours and are most commonly used for solid wood doors since they emphasise the wood grains. Depending on the type of door material you have selected, ask your manufacturer for recommendations on the most appropriate stains. 

Paint: Some door products come with a layer of primer already on, making them a perfect canvas for a paint job. Ask your manufacturer what type of paint they recommend, based on the door you have selected.

Hardware: Door hardware parts, including door knobs, deadbolts, hinges and knockers, are offered in many finishes such as brass, bronze, pewter, chrome, nickel and black. For added depth, you can also consider one with a distressed, oil-rubbed, matte, satin, aged or antique finish.

Door Frames: A sometimes overlooked component is the door frame, which is a crucial factor for both safety measures and thermal performance. Common materials include vinyl, wood, fiber-glass, metal and composite frames.

Trims: Trims and mouldings can transform a door into the focal point of your design. However, if you are working within an already striking space, with vaulted ceilings for example, it may be best to opt for simple, clean trims that create a modern aesthetic. 







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