Strengths
- A starting point for shaping the character of the exterior.
- Glazing lets you explore different balances of daylight and privacy.
- Consider how the handle and lock feel when you use them.
Entry doors
Steel entry door
Consider the whole entrance: door, glass, handle, frame and threshold. Think about how it looks from the street and how you use it every day.
Diagram in closed position.
THE ESSENTIALS
Is it right for your home?
Considerations
- Decorative glazing should be assessed from inside and outside.
- Swing direction can interfere with furniture or another door.
- The threshold and floor transitions affect everyday movement.
A PROJECT IN PICTURES
An entrance, considered as a whole.
The dark panel and slender glazing set the tone. Consider the amount of glass alongside the privacy you want.
Entrance example supplied by FenXtra; the photograph does not establish the material or model.
See project photographsYOUR QUESTIONS
Before you choose.
Where should I start when choosing a door?
Start with the amount of glass and the panel style. The team will then work through the frame, threshold, handle and finishes for your opening.
Can I keep my sidelights?
The existing assembly needs inspection. Keeping part of the entrance depends on its condition, dimensions and compatibility with the selected product.
How do I choose the opening direction?
Locate nearby walls, steps and furniture. Have the hinge side and opening direction confirmed on a drawing with a clearly identified viewing direction.
EXPLORE FURTHER
The details, at your pace.
In everyday life
- Daylight
- Depends on the glazing composition
- Which view and daylight do you want to preserve?
- Ventilation
- Confirm whether any glass section opens
- Where do you want an opening, and how often will you use it?
- Privacy
- Glazing choice matters
- What can be seen from the street or yard?
- Clearance and access
- Swing direction and threshold
- What furniture, walking routes or obstacles need to be considered?
- Maintenance
- Finish, seals and hardware
- How will you reach the glass and moving parts?
- Will you need room for a stroller, groceries or equipment?
- Which street-facing sightlines would you like to limit?
- Would you rather brighten the entrance or choose a door with less glass?
Installation and maintenance
Check on site
- Inspect the frame, threshold and support.
- Check the swing against the entrance space and steps.
- Confirm glazing, hardware and included finishes.
Planning for upkeep
- Ask about care for the selected finish.
- Ask which seals, handle and threshold details need checking.
- Keep the selected manufacturer’s care instructions.
Documentation and sources
FenXtra presents steel doors, several decorative glass designs and a Novatech brochure. This entry does not identify a specific door model.
Opening types and configurations to explore. Confirm products, options and availability with FenXtra.
Manufacturers and brochuresSteel entry door