From expansive outdoor living spaces to cozy indoor caves known as media rooms, lifestyle trends are changing the way people move through their homes. Wide openings to let the outside in are as important as door glass that keeps harmful UV from fading the carpets and upholstery. Meanwhile, the impact of a home's entryway on curb appeal keeps those upgrades important to homeowners. To address this range of needs comes a variety of interior and exterior doors to suit most any home décor.
Jeld-Wen. Updating a 400-year-old tradition, the maker introduces the fiberglass Dutch door. The doors' top and bottom portions operate independently to offer both openness and security. Available in more than 10 wood species, almost any Premium Wood or IWP Custom Wood door can be made into a Dutch style. Beyond entryways, the style is useful for laundry rooms and children's bedrooms. 800.877.9482. www.jeld-wen.com.
Weather Shield. Now available on many of the makers' doors and windows, the Zo-e-shield glazing system improves energy efficiency, enhances comfort levels, and keeps out harmful UV rays. Real Warm Edge spacers, multiple layers of silver, and inert gas-filled air spaces insulate against heat, sound, and condensation. Zo-e-shield is available in three performance levels to meet homeowners' needs. 800.477.6808. www.weathershield.com.
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