ABOUT ENTRY DOORS

Entry Doors are classified in manufacturers literature as exterior doors. They are usually made of wood, but may also be made of fiberglass or steel. A very wide range of custom-made designs is available, to give a completely individual appearance to the home. Many designs incorporate glazed central or side panels, with leading and beveled or colored glass. Entry doors can incorporate concealed multi-bolt locking systems.

The leading entry door manufacturers, selected by Abacus Construction Index, which are described below the panel of sponsored links, have comprehensive websites, with information on all aspects of entry doors, including online catalogs, specifications, colours and materials for entry doors, and care and maintenance of entry doors.

RECOMMENDED BOOK ON INSTALLING AND HANGING DOORS

We strongly recommend the book 'Installing and Hanging Doors' by Gary Katz. It covers: choosing a door, choosing hardware, door jambs, hanging doors, and weather-proofing for exterior doors. To read more about this book, and to buy it online at Amazon if you wish, please click on the blue link in the panel below:

LEADING USA ENTRY DOOR MANUFACTURERS

Marvin Entry Doors. Marvin, a family-owned company founded in 1912 and based in Warroad, Minnesota, is a leading maker of made-to-order wooden entry doors. The company offer Low-E glass on its entire product range, and also offers a commercial-grade aluminium clad finish on all its products. It has manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, North Dakota, Virginia, and San Pedro Sula, Honduras. Marvin offers seven ranges of entry door, with a wide variety of glazing options. Entry doors have a concealed multi-point locking system, and are available in Mahogany, Honduran Cedar, Oak, Cherry, and Walnut.

For those who want something very personal, Marvin offer the Artistic range of custom entry doors with hand carved appliques, embossing, and engraving. These can be used to show family crests, logos, or other special designs. The Craftsman range of entry doors features moldings and glass inserts inspired by the Arts & Crafts movement.

Masonite Entry Doors. Masonite has been manufacturing exterior and interior doors, including entry doors, for more than 80 years. It has its HQ in Tampa, Florida, and has more than 13,000 staff around the world. The section of its website dealing with entry doors is organized into the following parts: Fiberglass Entry Doors, Steel Entry Doors, Patio Door Systems, Finishing Instruction, Adjustable Steel Door Frames, Royal Mahogany Entry Systems, Specialty Glass, and Technical Specifications. The website also provides information on finding a dealer, and obtaining product literature.

The Masonite website includes a 'Get Inspired' section, with a gallery of doors including entry doors. These include the Barrington Sierra Series. Its camber top design is intended to blend with Southwest, Spanish, and Mediterranean style homes. There is also a 'Create Your Door' section. This enables you to select entry door type, select door style, add a glass design of your choice, and then upload your home photo and see and image of your chosen new entry door in place.

Therma-Tru Entry Doors. Therma-Tru, based in Maumee, Ohio, is a leading manufacturer of fiberglass and steel entry doors. It was established in 1962, and is now part of the Fortune Brands group. Therma-Tru supplies: Fiberglass Entry Doors, Steel Fire & Light Commercial Doors, and Light Commercial & Multi-Family Entry Doors. Therma-Tru Fiberglass Entry Doors are available in a range of grained wood-effect finishes, and in smooth colored finishes. The American Style Collection is designed to complement the low-pitched roofs, and large porches of Arts & Crafts, Bungalow, and Cottage style homes.

The Therma-Tru website includes an online 'Door Designer' feature. This enables you to select a house type (bungalow, coastal, colonial, or country), try a door shape, customize the door, and print the design. The 'Innovation' section covers the impact rating, water infiltration testng, and thermal deflection testing of entry doors.

OTHER PRODUCTS RELEVANT TO ENTRY DOORS

You may also like to visit our USA product guides on: Back Doors, Country Doors, Door Hardware, Exterior Doors, French Doors, Patio Doors, Storm Doors, and Wood Doors.

USEFUL LINKS RELEVANT TO ENTRY DOORS

American Association of Automatic Door Manufacturers

American Hardware Manufacturers Association

Associated Locksmiths of America

Door & Access Systems Manufacturers Association

Door and Hardware Institute

International Door Association

CONSTRUCTION PRODUCT DIRECTORIES

We recommend the following professional construction directories, which include standard specifications, manufacturers' specs, and CAD details: 4Specs at www.4specs.com, Arcat at www.arcat.com, Arcom at www.arcomnet.com, Reed at www.reedfirstsource.com, Sweets at www.sweets.construction.com.