Source: BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine
Publication date: July 1, 2005
By Stephanie Herzfeld
The look, the texture, and even the smell of wood evoke perceptions of Old World craftsmanship and quality among homeowners. For many upscale clients, when it comes to entry doors, wood is the only material they'll consider because of its classic curb appeal and timeless good looks.
Fir has always been the most popular species for wood entry doors because it has a uniform grain texture and accepts a broad range of stains, experts agree. However, other species are gaining ground across the country, including ash, birch, cedar, cherry, fir, hemlock, mahogany, maple, red and white oak, clear and knotty pine, poplar, redwood, and walnut.
For rustic-looking homes in the Pacific Northwest, fir and hemlock are in demand while mahogany and oak are broadly popular for regal-looking entryways in the Midwest.
Senior designer Lisa Sten and site manager Neil Schultz at Mountain View, Calif.-based Harrell Remodeling recently completed a project with a front door made of knotty alder, a species that is popping up more frequently in the San Francisco Bay area.
“The homeowner wanted to create a Snow White, cute, cottage-style feeling that happened to complement the personality of the home. The door matched the kitchen cabinets and the unit had an arch top for a warm effect that echoed the shape of the interior doors,” Sten comments.
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