What to look for when choosing an energy-efficient exterior door?
Back to guideEnergy-efficient exterior doors are an excellent way to reduce heating costs in your home. They are designed to reduce energy loss and improve the energy efficiency of buildings. In the winter they help to keep the heat in the room, while in the summer they provide adequate thermal insulation. If you are interested in using them in your home, we invite you to learn about some of the elements you should pay attention to when choosing an energy-efficient exterior door.
THERMAL INSULATION
Guaranteed to maintain the right temperature adapted to the current season is thermal insulation. For this purpose, companies use various technologies and materials, such as insulating panels, polyurethane foam inserts or special thermal insulation inserts. This is a way of taking care of the right level of heat or cold, i.e. fulfilling the basic function of energy-efficient doors. Some of the energy-efficient doors on the market have built-in double or triple glazing for additional thermal insulation. This is a way to take even more care in reducing possible heat loss.
DURABLE SEALS
Well-made energy-efficient exterior doors should be equipped with accurate and strong door seals. This is a way to avoid uncontrolled air flow through gaps that are invisible at first glance. Be sure to pay attention to this when ordering a door from a contractor. Proper seals are a way to minimize heat loss in winter or pleasant coolness in summer.
DESIGN AND WORKMANSHIP
In order for an energy-efficient exterior door to perform its function and serve your home for many years, it should be solidly made. The basis for this is the use of strong and proven materials, such as steel, aluminum, PVC or fiberglass. These materials can sometimes be mixed together. Many models use single reinforcing elements of each type.
DESIGN
Doors are the showcase of every home and building! It is worth ensuring that, in addition to fulfilling their main function, they are pleasing to the eye. Thanks to the variety of textures and colors available on the market, you can choose an energy-efficient exterior door according to your tastes and preferences. Thanks to the use of various details and ornaments, they can please the eye and draw attention to themselves.
Energy-efficient exterior doors will fit perfectly into any residential building or public facilities. They are also an ideal addition in modern eco-friendly homes. When choosing the ideal product, it is worth paying attention to the guaranteed energy class, which informs about the energy efficiency of the door. Before purchasing, we invite you to contact us to resolve any doubts and determine the details.
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