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Add Character to Your New Construction

One of the most common complaints of new construction homes is the lack of character. As I’ve busily saved money for the past few years to build my dream home, I’ve often been worried about this important issue myself. However, while completing some research, I’ve discovered many ways to add character to a newer home. For instance, installing crown molding, a wooden staircase, and trey ceilings are great ways to fill a new abode with character. Another great idea is to install a stained glass window. These colorful beautiful additions give your home old world flair. On this blog, you will learn how to add character to your new place by installing stained glass windows.

4 Things To Consider When Purchasing A Sliding Entry Door

Do you need to replace the door going out to your backyard? If so, you may be considering a sliding door. Here are a few things to know before you make this big purchase.

Sliding Doors Give You A Big View 

One of the nice things about a sliding door is that it is going to give you a great view of your backyard. It is the best way to incorporate the most class into the door to give you the view that you want. When you use another type of wide door, such as a French door, each section of the door is going to be wider and block that view.

Sliding Doors Come In A Variety Of Materials

You'll have some options for the material that the sliding door is made out of. You can have a door made out of thermally improved aluminum, which is when a thermal divider is used between the aluminum exterior pieces. This does a great job at preventing heat transfer between the outside and inside of your home. 

You also have the option of a vinyl sliding glass door, which is going to share the same aesthetics and insulation of an aluminum door, but at a much more affordable price overall. Sliding doors can also be made out of wood, which gives you the beauty of wood for a much more warmer feel in your home. You can even paint the wood down the road if you want to change the color.

Sliding Doors Have Glass Pane Options

Much like when purchasing new windows, you have options for the kind of glass that goes into the door. Double-pane glass is pretty much the standard, which has a layer of special gas between the glass that helps add to the insulation. However, you can also get triple-pane glass for improved sound dampening and insulation. 

Sliding Doors Are More Secure Than French Doors

Believe it or not, but a sliding door is going to be harder to break into when compared to a French door. The entire door sits within a frame, so it's more difficult to kick the door in. A French door has a few weak points at the hinges, which actually make it easier for someone to put a lot of force on the door and break it down. 

Reach out to a door specialist in your area for more information on sliding doors and other entry doors