You may find it a little challenging to choose which door material is better for your home – wood or fiberglass? Is there really a difference between them?
The popularity of fiberglass doors has grown in the past few years. Is it really worth the rave?
In this post, we aim to discuss with you the benefits and drawbacks of both wood and fiberglass doors. Let us compare the two based on four factors – advantages, limitations, cost, and ease of installation.
Advantages
There are a lot of advantages to a fiberglass door, not just as an entry door but any other type of interior or exterior doors, including patio doors, French doors, and more. Because fiberglass does not rust, rot, warp, or deteriorate, it can easily last for decades. Fiberglass is also maintenance-free because it is resistant to dents and scratches, too. It can now be stained, painted, or given a wood-grain finish. It is also energy efficient, and if installed correctly can give you up to five times more insulation than wood doors.
Wood doors, on the other hand, give a really high-end look with its beautiful wood grain and colour. They can add to the warm ambiance of your home and can be carved intricately. Scratches can be easily repaired. Wood is a renewable resource as tress can be planted and regrown.
Limitations
You can sum up the limitations of a fiberglass door in two words – aesthetic element. And even that is still somehow subjective. There are just people who still prefer real wood over a “real wood look” which what a fiberglass door can offer.
The limitations of wood doors are often linked with durability, maintenance, and energy efficiency. Exterior wood doors are exposed to harsh weather elements that can cause them to bubble, bow, peel, warp, and even twist. The door will surely fade as years pass and will definitely require maintenance on a regular basis.
Cost
Fiberglass doors can be a little more expensive (although there are also economy fiberglass doors available) compared to wood doors. But keep in mind that you will not have to replace your fiberglass door for decades because of their durability, while you may need to replace a wood door a few times during the same period. Of course, that also depends on the quality of the door itself.
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