Many elements combine to make a functional, structurally sound and attractive home. While each element is as important as the next, windows and doors of a home are among the most conspicuous parts serving two purposes: functional and aesthetic.
Doors ? More than a Portal
Doors are entryways that provide access into and out of a home. As such, the main entry door should be positioned centrally to allow easy access to most of the interior. It should appear inviting without sacrificing the home?s privacy. Sturdy doors symbolize security and safety, thus the need to choose a well-built door matched with a dependable locking mechanism.
Doors can be constructed of wood, steel, glass or any combination of these materials. The choice of material will hinge on the preferred style. Typically, doors that conform to traditional styles are made of wood. Country-style doors are made of wood or steel fully clad in wood. Contemporary styles tend towards glass or glass-inspired materials.
Windows and Rooms with a View
From the interior of the home, it is easy to see that windows have many functions. Windows let natural light in, reducing energy costs for running artificial lights. The right types of windows insulate a home to moderate interior temperature especially during extreme weather outdoors.
Windows improve air circulation when left open. Rooms with a great view need a suitable window style to maximize enjoyment of the vista at all hours. Windows can also be used as emergency exits.
Effect on Curb Appeal
From the street, it is easy to pass judgment on a home just by looking at the windows and doors. Both portals should be chosen based on the general style of the home. A modern ranch home needs to have modern double-hung or casement windows with clean lines. Likewise, the main door should harmonize with the home?s exterior design. A country cottage is best equipped with a simple wooden door.
Doors and windows should be installed correctly to optimize insulation and ensure home security. In addition, misaligned windows and doors give the home a haphazard look and a sense that the home may not be structurally sound.
Innovations in Door and Window Technology
Innovations have been introduced to improve materials and methods for constructing and installing doors and windows.
So-called smart windows are available today to provide better light filtering and temperature control. By applying electrochromics, suspended particle devices or liquid crystals technologies, smart windows can filter as little or as much light with a sliding button that controls the flow of electricity to the window. These windows will eliminate the need for window coverings. Light filtering will also reduce energy costs.
At present? photochromatic windows are in use. These windows apply the same light-filtering concept as sunglasses.
Fiberglass is the wave of the future when it comes to main doors. A well-constructed fiberglass door is more durable than wood or steel. It is also more flexible when it comes to design options as it can be made to look like wood. Fiberglass is low maintenance as it resists deterioration due to mold, rust and warping.
The Right Choice
The best doors and windows for a home depend on many factors including the style of the home and the homeowners? desire for privacy, security and green-friendly construction.
This post is brought to you on behalf of Beverley Hills Home Improvement, providing vinyl sliding, patio doors, windows and doors Milton and across the Halton-Peel Region. www.beverleyhillshome.com
Source: http://ej-fransen.com/portals-matter-the-perfect-windows-and-doors/
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