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Craftsman Style Doors: Characteristics and Benefits
During the Arts and Crafts movement, craftsman-style exterior doors gained popularity in the mid-19th century. Since then, the door style has become a timeless option prevalent in many homes and cottages in Canada. The craftsman-style features natural materials,...
Wood Types for Exterior Doors: Key Differences
The Differences Between Popular Types of Wood for Exterior Doors While interior doors can accommodate various wood species, exterior doors must withstand the elements for many years. For this reason, correct material selection for exterior doors is critical. Below, we...
Protecting Exterior Wood Doors in the Canadian Climate
Exposure to the elements is crucial when selecting an exterior wood door in Canada with our four-season climate. Of course, you would like your front door to look stunning, but you also want to ensure it keeps your family and entryway safe and dry for many years to...
The Differences Between Popular Types of Exterior Doors
With an abundance of exterior door styles, it can be challenging to decide which will work best for your home or office space. You likely want to choose something that matches your style and complements the existing design of your building while also ensuring you make...
Entry Doors – the Who, What, When, and How
Building or upgrading a home or office requires you to consider how every design decision will impact the aesthetic of a space inside and out. Whether you are an architect, property developer, or homeowner, you know that details make a difference. From the floor tiles...
Upgrading your Wine Cellar Door
Has your wine collection expanded beyond your kitchen wine rack? Are you considering adding a wine cellar to your home? Or do you have a cellar and wondering if it’s time to upgrade your wine cellar door? Just as you update rooms in your home to reflect changes in...
Designing a Wine Cellar Door: What You Need to Know
When designing a wine cellar door that’s beautiful and functional, the process involves addressing several unique ‘how to’ questions about the space:Temperature and humidity fluctuations can damage your wine collection. How to insulate the entryway? A...
Why Wood Makes the Best Doors
Advancements in door technology and materials chemistry give you many more choices when buying an exterior door. Woods and metals like steel or aluminum now compete with fiberglass, standard glass, PVC (polyvinyl chloride), and wood composites. Wood offers...
Tips for Designing a Wine Cellar Door
The door to your wine cellar is more than a functional stopgap between your wines and the elements. Your wine cellar door is also a gateway to experiencing your wines. Designing a wine cellar door involves features like insulation and security, but the...
Types, Styles, and Designs of Wine Cellar Doors
Choosing a door for your wine cellar is a thoughtful process. If you’ve investigated options for your wine cellar door, you’ve seen a variety of materials available, including glass, galvanized metal, steel, or wood. You’ve designed a space to secure your wine...