Exterior wood doors are more than just a door, they are a style statement for your home. Each unique wood door design is meant to complement any style home and boost the curb appeal. Our custom-made wood doors not only provide functionality by increasing the security and privacy quotient of your home but can also be customized to meet your unique requirements and match your style.
We present an extensive collection of doors in varied wood species such as mahogany, white oak, red oak, and walnut. But it’s not just the material that can be customized; nothing else matches wood’s warmth and satisfying heft or offers so many design options. Wood doors can be custom crafted in any shape or size and incorporate whatever molding profiles, panel configurations, glazing options, inlays, or carvings. So, when it comes to wood door design options, sky is the limit.
As one of the leading wood door manufacturers in Ontario, we design and create a fascinating array of residential solid wood doors including exterior doors, pivot doors, interior doors, and French doors.
How much do hand-crafted wood doors cost?
There are several factors that drive the price. Certainly, the wood choice will impact the price but it’s not the only factor. For instance, just using a wood that’s twice as expensive as another wood doesn’t double the price of the door; it just adds to the price as there are several other factors that impact the price. Here are some factors that affect wood door price:
- Size of the door
The bigger the exterior door, the more it will cost. For instance, a double door will cost more than a single door. The thickness of the door on one hand and height and width of the door on the other hand are the main factors that determine the cost of the material.
- The Cost of Material
The materials used to manufacture the door can dramatically affect wood door price. This includes the species of the wood and wrought iron. For instance, walnut and white oak cost approximately fifty percent more than mahogany.
- The Cost of Labor
Aside from wood door manufacturers’ labor cost, the cost for painting or staining the door and professional installation need to be counted for. The more complicated the design, the more labor hours are required to create a unique custom-made wood door.
- Extras
Features like sidelights and transom instantly increase wood door prices. Sidelights are glass windows on each side of the door. Depending on the opening size, one or two sidelights might be the best addition to the door width. Sidelights contribute to increased visibility and allow more natural light in. Transoms are glass windows located on top of the doors. The purpose of a transom window dates back to the days when air conditioning had not yet been invented. Back then, transom windows were opened and closed to allow ventilation from the outside to inside. Typically, these windows are now used for letting in more light, especially in morning or evening hours. Or they are simply a decorative design element.
as well as glass panels, textured glass and custom decors on the door slab can drive up the cost.
- Different Types of Wood Doors
Front doors fall into one of the following categories: single doors, single doors with one sidelight, single doors with two sidelights, double doors, and double doors with two sidelights. Generally speaking, the price increases in the same order of this list. Remember that width comes first when deciding on the type of the door that best suits your home.
- Different Style of Wood Doors
Another factor that affects the price of wood entry doors is the type of the door. The most popular styles are modern doors, traditional doors, craftsman doors and rustic doors. The header shape also impacts the price of the door; custom-made, semi-circle and elliptical shapes cost more than straight shapes because extra machining and material in needed to fabricate these shapes.
- Hardware
When assessing the total cost of the front door, the cost for specific special hardware, when needed, should be brought into calculations. For instance, pivot system hardware and concealed hinges are additional features that bring your door a one-of-a-kind look and at the same time increase the total price of the door.
Are Wood Exterior Doors Safe?
It is a common misconception that it is easier to break in through a wood door than a steel or fiberglass one. In fact, it is not the door but the latch-side jamb that’s the weak link. To prevent a forceful kick from splitting the jamb and boost the security of the door, we use the highest quality hinges and recommend equipping our wood doors with multiple active latch points.
Do Wood Exterior Doors Warp?
The misconception that all wood doors warp is largely a thing of the past, when they were made of solid stock. For the past two decades, most major wood door manufacturers have crafted their exterior doors with glued-up engineered-wood cores, which overcome solid wood’s tendency to twist and cup. That beautiful outer layer is actually a high-quality thick veneer. It should be considered that wood doors require an extra effort every couple years; which is their need for a fresh coat of paint or polyurethane. But considering the visual and tactile rewards a wood door gives us every time we come home, it’s quite a worthy effort.
Is an Exterior Wood Door Right for You?
The short answer is yes! Exterior wood doors are designed to complement any style home and boost your curb appeal. A wood door holds up best, and requires less maintenance, in a covered entryway. To maintain your wooden front door, it is recommended to sand and re-coat varnished doors every one or two years, polyurethane doors every other year. Painted doors should get fresh coats every five to six years.
Conclusion
Whether you are buying a wood door for a newly built home or replacing an existing door, factors like the material, size of the door, the cost of the labor and extra features will influence the price.
