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Comparing 3 Divided Light Doorglass Options

Once required to create larger windows out of relatively small panes of glass, divided lights are now an architectural detail of windows and doorglass that adds charm and authenticity to a home. Many popular residential styles use distinctive...

10 Tips to Make Your Front Entrance Pop

The front entrance of your home is one of the most viewed areas of your house. However, many homeowners aren’t happy with the first impression they make. Front entrances can easily blend into the rest of the home instead of standing out, which...

Understanding Types of Glass Treatments for Patterned Glass

The front entryway of your home is many things: a design statement, an introduction to the architectural style of your house, and a welcome sign to visitors. It stands to reason then that the style of glass you have in your front door plays a major...

5 Different Types of Door Configurations to Bring Interest to Your Entryway

Your front door is the first impression that visitors will have when approaching your home. It’s what welcomes people in and previews what architectural features and styles will be found within. That makes it an important feature of a new home...

5 Creative Ways to Improve Your Home's Curb Appeal

Your home's curb appeal informs what people will think of your home far before they ever take a step inside. The appearance of your property can affect everything, from how it's valued to how you feel about it when you arrive home every day.

If you...

How to Coordinate Your Door with the Rest of Your Home's Exterior

Painting and redecorating front doors have become a popular home decor change over the last few years. Many love the idea of switching it up and inviting new color and design choices into their home's exterior. In contrast, others recognize that...

Thinking of a Fiberglass Entry Door? 10 Pros & Cons to Consider

Is your front door the same one that came with your home when it was built, whether your house is 10 years old, 15, 25? Many people appreciate the front door for its function—it keeps the weather out and protects your family and belongings. But even...

How to Know When You Need a New Front Door

First impressions are everything, which means the entrance to your home will play a vital role in someone’s initial assessment of your home. And when it comes to your entryway, the main focal point is often your front door. Your front door should...