Combining classic artistry with new technology, our hand-forged iron doors are built to the highest standards. All our doors adhere to the hurricane code (HVHZ) and NFRC energy codes. Palm City ironworks offers beautiful designs perfect for any home design. Our Urban, Milano, and Wrought Iron products can be customized to fit your client’s specific needs. Their installers are also very kind and install these metal doors to perfection.
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Wrought iron doors can add a touch of elegance and character to your home, while steel doors can give it a more contemporary feel. This means that homeowners should choose the material that best suits their taste and the architectural style of their home. However, patio french doors tend to have a much more elaborate, personalized look than steel. In fact, most popular steel doors tend to emulate the appearance of wooden doors, allowing people to get the traditional look of a wooden door with the superior attributes of steel materials.
The good part about wood doors is that, when you spend good money, let’s say $800-$2000, you get a door that gives you everything you expect and typically more. The one exclusion to this point is that many wooden doors have deep impressions or engravings. You typically don’t want to sand the door so much that you get rid of those features. So, make sure you like those features before you commit to purchasing a door with them.
When steels with exactly 0.8% carbon (known as a eutectoid steel), are cooled, the austenitic phase (FCC) of the mixture attempts to revert to the ferrite phase (BCC). The carbon no longer fits within the FCC austenite structure, resulting in an excess of carbon. The two, ferrite and cementite, precipitate simultaneously producing a layered structure called pearlite, named for its resemblance to mother of pearl.
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Iron doors also boast benefits such as rot, warp & splinter resistance, top-notch security, and minimal maintenance. These iron doors are injected with high quality polyurethane foam for year-round insulation. The foam also aids in the prevention of rust from forming and they are built to last in any extreme weather environment.
While the shipping company may be able to use the lift gate, it is against LTL Safety Guidelines for them to operate a lift gate if there is any overhang. It is the customer’s responsibility to have enough assistance to disassemble the crate and take the product to the designated area. Please note that this is a physical job for more than two people in good physical shape. Wooden doors will expand and contract when they get wet, causing problems with the structure of the door. Glass doors can break if the winds are too strong or if they are hit with too much rain or snow. Metal doors can also become damaged in certain weather conditions.
Both steel and iron doors are thick, firm, and generally quite weather-proof. You won’t really need to worry about repair issues in the long run when you go with iron over steel. There are even hurricane-rated iron doors for those homeowners that live in the Florida area, or other parts of the south, that go through a hurricane season each year. If you’re a homeowner who enjoys ample natural light, then you may want to consider investing in a glass door.
Although iron doors are a great option for many homeowners, they do have a minor con – their price. Price varies depending on whether you choose a custom wrought iron door or an in-stock iron door. However, keep in mind, you get what you pay for; a door that comes at a higher price is sure to be durable, well-made, secure and beautiful. Initially, one might assume steel would be the better choice for doors for your home because steel is often referred to as having a higher tensile strength than wrought iron. In fact, wrought iron doors are just as sturdy as steel doors, so, on this point, they are both equal.
Glass doors–made well–can be durable front and back door options for your home. Not to mention, they are very easy to maintain and keep clean. Additionally, glass doors will not rust or corrode, providing you with a long-lasting option. Since they promote an excess of natural light, they actually serve as a greener, eco-friendly option. With natural light, you won’t have as much a need for artificial lighting which may reduce your utility bill.
In reality, stainless steel should be cleaned at least once a year to keep it in good condition. Cleaning is also easy since all they require is soap and water. The salesman offered good advice and provided examples of how the end result would look. The lead installer was quite knowledgeable as well, so the job was done neatly and without incident.