Replacing entry door and storm door

10 years ago

last modified: 10 years ago

We want to replace our current wood entry door. It is out of frame. We want a door with a full glass window to maximize lighting since we have no sidelights. We want a storm door because we like to enjoy the breeze in the summer. Our house is a 70s ranch-kind of. Sand/brown/tan color with white trim, brick facing and hunter green accents,

We are looking at a Provia fiberglass door with a Tacoma design decorative window. We would also have a Provia full frame storm door. Colorwise I am not fond of the faux wood look. I have seen them up close but still think i would rather have the simpler paint color. Both would be what Provia calls Mountain Berry (brick). INterior would be primer so we could paint to match our interior. Any suggestions.

Would you argue i should go to a faux wood look inside, outside or neither? What of the color? I thought mountain berry goes with the brick but is also warm.

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Patricia Colwell Consulting

10 years ago

Forget the storm door and get a phantom screen it is a much better choice and then your new door will be completely visible.

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libradesigneye
10 years ago
Color wise I think this works with the brick, though the green post may need to be darkened. I'd rather have a full street view of the house for overall impact. The lite pattern that you post is a frank lloyd wright sort of pattern - perfectly attractive and timeless though probably not as traditional as your home is.

A half glass half panel door is probably more appropriate to the style of the home - but it is your home and your door. Post a further out photo if you want suggestions on how to address the green.
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Original Author
10 years ago
wider view of house and
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Original Author
10 years ago
additional glass ideas

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libradesigneye
10 years ago
I would suggest a white post instead of the green - the green makes itdisappear - great for the window sash accent, but not so terrific for the structure here.

Because you have the tall / trio of casement type windows, I think the full light door works fine although it is a bit more modern. I would probably suggest something a bit more cottage since you've got the strong white cottage trim going, but the full light is going to work fine. I prefer the full frost or rainglass rather than a pattern, but it is your door and you should love it.
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Original Author
10 years ago
I'll take a look at frosted or rainglass design . . . and painting the post