http://www.woodworking.com/forum/ Here you can discuss DIY, home improvement, and home repair projects and questions. en Wed, 22 May 2013 05:48:49 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.woodworking.com/forum/images/misc/rss.png http://www.woodworking.com/forum/ http://www.woodworking.com/forum/showthread.php?68866-Which-door-would-you-choose&goto=newpost Thu, 16 May 2013 11:43:17 GMT What type of door would you prefer for your home wooden, steel or fiberglass? What you choose, is it safe? What type of door would you prefer for your home wooden, steel or fiberglass?

What you choose, is it safe? ]]> Home Improvement kevinbrown966 http://www.woodworking.com/forum/showthread.php?68866-Which-door-would-you-choose http://www.woodworking.com/forum/showthread.php?68860-Which-is-good-wooden-steel-or-fibreglass-door&goto=newpost Tue, 14 May 2013 11:47:20 GMT *Wood doors:* Limitations-- Expensive, absorbs moisture, can peel or bubble out, can bow, warp or twist, will fade, not energy efficient, requires... Wood doors: Limitations-- Expensive, absorbs moisture, can peel or bubble out, can bow, warp or twist, will fade, not energy efficient, requires regular maintenance.
Advantages-- Beautiful wood grain, high end look, scratches easily repaired, warm feel and touch.
Steel doors: Limitations--Easily dented, scratches can lead to rust, paint chipping can be common, conducts temperature; cold or hot to the touch.
Advantages—Low maintenance, no cracking or bowing, less expensive, energy efficient, good insulating value, secure.
Fibreglass: Limitations—I didn’t found yet.
Advantages—Lowest maintenance, resists denting and scratching, offers wood grains and smooth look, don’t rot or rust, energy efficient, can be painted and stained, won’t wrap, bow or twist, 5 times the insulation value of wood and secure. ]]> Home Improvement kevinbrown966 http://www.woodworking.com/forum/showthread.php?68860-Which-is-good-wooden-steel-or-fibreglass-door