A Guide for Learning About Home Door Styles
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By Shayan Behjati - May 17, 2021
Home door styles is an issue a lot of people think about, but not necessarily on a daily basis. That’s because we have certain expectations of our exterior doors, but beyond that they’re not really in our daily thoughts. We want them to be secure, we want them to act as a barrier between the indoor and outdoor atmospheres, and we want them to look good. Choosing among available home door styles will make a huge difference in the aesthetics of your home, as the front door is the first thing that people notice when they approach.
US Door & More is going to lay out a door buying guide for home door styles below. You’ll find 10 home door styles discussed, and for the most part, the comparisons will center on different looks and how they fit with different styles.
The Arch Top Door
The arch top door looks exactly as it sounds – it’s top is rounded and it’s built within a solid frame. Arch top doors can be divided or come as one solid unit. The arch top door tends to fit best with more traditional architecture and styling such as Tudor or Tuscan looks. The challenge with the arch top door involves its installation. You’ll need to cut the framing to fit this unique door style, so once you choose the arch top, you’ll need to think about additional framing work if you want to make a change.
The Circle Door
The circle door provides a mystical look that will prompt a mysterious and alluring look. The circle door is often found on homes in countryside estates or even in hillside homes, but that’ll only make yours more noticeable in the city. As is the case with the arch top door, installing a circle door is going to take some work, and once again, you are somewhat married to that style once you make that choice.
The Craftsman Door
There is no look that’s more traditional than the craftsman style front door. These doors feature glass in the upper portion of the door that’s “supported” at least in appearance by some type of intricate molding directly underneath it. Craftsman style doors are usually made of hardwood such as mahogany, and they add a classic look to the exterior of a home. Given the type of wood used, these are high-end doors that require a bit of investment, but most who own them feel it’s more than worth it.
The Dutch Door
Throughout history, there have been doors that have been divided horizontally. Depending on what part of the world you were in, they may have been called Dutch doors or stable doors. The original purpose of these old-time doors was to keep farm animals out of the house while allowing the fresh air in and keeping children from escaping into the barnyard. These days the Dutch door is often put into place on an exterior door facing the side or the back of the house.
The Mid-Century Modern Door
If your home is built in the mid-century modern style, then you should look for a mid-century modern front door for consistency. This era encompasses the 1950’s and 1960’s, which was unique with regards to architecture. These doors feature a natural, wood-driven appearance and simple, clear lines that match what you’ll find anywhere else on the exterior of this style of home. These doors can be hard to find, but when you work with us, we will get you what you need.
The Oval Door
The oval door does not describe the shape of the actual door. Instead, this is one of the home door styles where the shape included in the term describes the glass that’s part of the overall piece. The oval door comes with a glass piece that’s oval in shape on the top half of the door. This glass can be as simple or as elaborate as you want, and the additional shape adds an extra dimension to the visual aesthetic.
The Prairie Door
Prairie doors feature glass that’s built into the door in creative ways towards the top along with simple lines on rugged, durable hardwood that’s refined to give the entire door an elegant look. When you find the right prairie door, the entire front of your home will have an almost regal appearance despite the fact that these doors were commonplace in an era that was more utilitarian in nature.
The Round Top Door
The round top door features a curvature that isn’t quite as severe and pronounced as the oval door, and most craftsmen will tell you that the round top door is the most difficult to build with the exception of the oval door. That’s because of the angles involved and the fit, but round top doors are like their curved relatives in that they add a unique look to the exterior of any home.
The Flush Door
The flush door is minimalist in nature. A flush door is one of the most basic yet attractive doors on the right types of houses. It features plain facings on both sides with decorative wood that can be as thick as you want. This is an approach to consider if the overall goal is simple elegance.
Louvered Doors
Louvred doors are generally used on patios, porches, balconies and other spaces leading outside. These doors are not meant to provide protection from the elements, but they are decorative pieces that also allow for fresh air to pass through them. Their almost tropical feel makes them the perfect match for a home with that decorative theme.
How US Door & More Can Help
When it comes to home door styles, there are a lot of potential directions in which a homeowner can proceed. Choices can also depend on context. For instance, replacing existing doors could lead to a different approach than building new doors into a new home or remodel. Finally, front door styles are usually going to be different in specific look than interior door styles.
US Door & More has been helping people with home door styles throughout their houses, condos, apartments and the like for years. We’ll be happy to help you make the right choice for your situation, and we’re sure that when you work with us, we’ll be happy to walk you through things so that you can find exactly what you need right here. Contact us today to get started.
