Front entry doors are the first thing that guests see when visiting your home. In addition to increasing curb appeal, a new door can also improve your security, save energy and reduce noise.
Our fiberglass front doors are rot resistant and durable, and they come with options for how much light you want to let into your home. They’re also hurricane rated and meet local building codes to qualify for insurance discounts.
Fiberglass Entry Doors
The front door is an important part of your home and represents a first impression. It also keeps out intruders, helps maintain your energy efficiency and protects your home from harsh weather elements. Choosing the right material and design for your replacement front doors is a vital decision that will impact your family’s comfort, safety and style for years to come.
Fiberglass entry doors are an excellent option for homeowners that want a beautiful, durable and low-maintenance front door. They can be compression molded into any style that you desire and are available in a variety of finishes including an authentic wood-grain texture, or even a smooth surface that can be painted with a custom color.
They are one of the most energy efficient front doors on the market with an insulated core that will keep your home comfortable and save you money on utility costs. They can also be installed with sidelights and transoms to further enhance your home’s aesthetic.
Low Maintenance
A door isn’t only about style; it also protects a home from intruders and keeps energy costs low. If your entryway isn’t doing its job well, it’s time to think about getting a new front door.
Look for a sturdy material that’s easy to wipe clean of dirt and dust. For high traffic areas, fiberglass is a top choice for durability and resistance to scratching. Avoid dark colors, as they absorb heat and can become warped and discolored over time.
When considering a new door, keep in mind that you can also upgrade to a glass door for extra light and an attractive design element. Choose from varying amounts of glass to create a traditional or contemporary style, and maximize brightness to make an entryway feel bigger. Also consider a steel door for a budget friendly option that will not need to be repainted and can easily resist rust. However, this is one type of door that should be tended to right away if it becomes scratched or dented.
Energy Efficiency
Besides curb appeal, a front door should also balance energy efficiency and security. The material a front door is made of, and the insulation it has inside, plays a big role in its insulating properties. For instance, fiberglass is among the best energy efficient entry doors and can achieve an R-value of 6 or 7.
Metal doors are a good thermal insulator but tend to conduct heat. Wood is a poor insulator and allows outside temperatures to enter your home. For the best energy efficiency, consider a fiberglass or steel door with foam core.
It is essential that your new or replacement front door meets the local energy-efficiency standards. Look for ENERGY STAR® certification to confirm that the door and frame have been properly installed. Select doors with dual- or triple-pane glass that insulate better than single-pane. You can also enhance your energy efficiency by selecting glass inserts with low-emissivity coatings that reflect summer and winter sunlight while blocking harmful UV rays.
Security
Your front door not only makes your home stand out from the crowd – it also protects everything inside and regulates your temperature. Keeping in mind all the requirements that come with front doors – from the aesthetic to the security – can be challenging for homeowners who are considering a new or replacement door.
The first thing you have to look into when assessing the protection capacity of an entry door is its material makeup. Standard front doors made of wood or aluminum can be sturdy enough under normal conditions but if you’re looking for a stronger, more secure option something that is going to deter intruders, you’ll need something else. Fortunately, fiberglass doors are able to provide that kind of protection thanks to their tough exteriors and reinforced lockblock. Plastpro’s fiberglass doors are engineered with a polyurethane foam core that is both high-density and tightly packed to strengthen the door while providing an impenetrable surface.