Browse Forums DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair 1 Sep 21, 2015 10:36 am There are so many factors you have to take into consideration before choosing the right doors for your house. Below are some useful tips you can use when choosing doors for your house: Exterior doors It is important for you to choose exterior doors that can withstand harsh weather conditions. If you choose to get wooden exterior doors, take into consideration that they may deteriorate or warp over time. A better alternative can be fiberglass doors. These doors can mimic wood and require less maintenance while providing better insulation for your house. Below is a useful article on making fiberglass doors look like wood: http://homeguides.sfgate.com/paint-fiberglass-doors-look-like-wood-living-rooms-30540.html Interior doors You can get either builder-grade hollow-core doors or customised solid wood doors for your interiors. Hollow-core doors are less durable than solid wood doors. They also transmit noise easily. Have you chosen a door for your house that you particularly liked? Share your experience here. I personally think pivot door are over the top, as you said a bit impractical having a small useless section and poor insulation. Iām pretty happy with a 920x 2040 with… 1 416 Standard uninsulated double brick has an R value of around 0.7. An insulated standard 90mm stud timber frame can have an R value of around 2.7. Even if you insulate a… 17 12053 Hi there, I'm a conplete newbie to this, but I'm looking to put a floor down in my 6x9m shed. It's currently sitting on a 100mm thick concrete perimeter (dirt floor… 0 6468 |