Choosing the perfect front door for your project can be daunting. With the variety of pivot door materials and hardware to choose from and limited information to go by, many people do not know where to begin. When starting this endeavor it’s important to consider your budget, goals, and the nature of your project—that’s why we made this pivot door buying guide to help you through it.
Most buyers are not aware that they are actually purchasing an aluminum pivot door. Drawn in by the low-price tag, what many buyers fail to consider is the structural integrity, size capacity, and installation challenges of their pivot door. The video above covers the importance of structurally sound pivot door materials and hardware.
We encourage anyone looking to purchase a pivot door to do their research and identify what is best for them. We have found that homeowners getting a pivot door for their own home desire to have something of premier quality that they can enjoy for decades to come. Alternatively, house flippers and renters tend to opt for the aluminum option. Low cost and a satisfactory appearance are valuable to these buyers.
Pivot Door Buying Guide Questions to Consider:
- Do I want to have a large door or can I settle for a conventional size?
- How long do I want my door to last?
- How much am I willing to put into maintaining my door?
- What will the installation process involve?
- Am I trying to make a statement or check off a box?
No matter your goal, making an educated decision is key to front door success. We encourage you to watch the pivot door material video above to gain a better understanding of aluminum vs. steel doors. The topics covered include types of pivot hinges, structural integrity, door sagging, weatherstripping, and pivot door installation.
