Screen Doors & Storm Doors Can Add Curb Appeal to Your Home

Posted by vintagedoors on June 25th, 2019

Storm doors and screen doors are two different types of doors that are used to protect your home from two different things.

You will notice the major distinctions between the two by looking closely at their parts. Screen doors only have a screen and a few components. They tend to be lighter than storm doors mostly due to the lack of glass. On the other hand, storm doors have glass panels that can be a full view, half view or multi pane. They are heavier because of the added weight of the glass and are supposed to protect the entry door from rain, snow, and wind.

Here are just some of the many benefits of adding screen doors and storm doors to your home.

•          Screen doors improve air circulation in your home while keeping the insects and mosquitos outside.

•          Storm doors protect your home especially during winter by trapping heat inside and creating an additional pocket of air between your entrance door and the outside.

•          Storm and screen doors keep kids and pets inside and uninvited guests out. 

•          Both doors let natural light into your home while ensuring safety and security.

•          Both add curb appeal to your home for less than the cost of a new exterior door. Instead of changing your entry doors, you can simply install screen or storm doors. Your choices range from classic Victorian, Traditional, Louver, Craftsman, and Contemporary modern styles. 

•          Screen and storm doors that also make your home safer and secure. Door closures can help automatically shut your door while the handle set locks and keeps the door shut so your pets and kids can stay inside. Latch hooks can be added higher up the door out of reach of children for added security and peace of mind.

Both benefits of screen and glass can be combined into one door, which is called a screen and storm door. This allows you to remove the screen when the weather gets cold and install a glass insert for the winter. You have the benefit of two doors in one which allows you to enjoy a cool breeze in the summer with added heat retention in the winter simply by swapping the screen out for a matching glass insert.

You can order your storm or screen doors directly from online manufacturers. To buy the right style with correct sizing, speak with their customer service staff, provide accurate measurements and other necessary details. Most of all don’t be afraid to ask questions. Be sure to order only from leading manufacturers so you can pick from a wide selection and ensure durability and quality.

About The Author:

Ryan Demick is a passionate woodworker, businessman and writer. A graduate of Clarkson University, he has worked his entire career in the solid wood door industry and calls the Northern New York area home.