Doors are one of the most important features of any home or structure.
They are available in a nearly infinite variety of styles and types.
One of the most common mistakes made, whether due to economics or
lack of knowledge, is using interior doors for exterior applications.
Exterior Doors
Exterior doors are designed to act as a weather shield or seal;
keeping outside elements such as cold and moisture from entering
the structure. Normally, an entrance to a structure will have a
set of two doors; a storm or screen door, and a heavy exterior door.
Storm doors are usually glass with a metal or wood frame; sometimes
with screen inserts.
Exterior doors have a hardy solid-core wood construction, or solid
metal “security” construction. In some instances a heavy
exterior door will suffice, without a storm door. An example would
be the outside entrance to an apartment or motel room.
Interior Doors
Interior doors are designed for just that. Use for inside the structure,
as entrances into rooms such as bedrooms, bathrooms, etc. They typically
have a light duty “hollow core” construction. These
doors are not designed to insulate or keep out weather elements.
Nor are they designed for home security purposes. Their intended
use is as partitions; to separate one room from other common areas
of a structure, and to provide privacy.
Some interior doors may include a locking doorknob, meant more
for privacy than security. Interior doors are usually covered with
a thin decorative wood veneer, such as mahogany, oak, maple, or
birch. Which if exposed to outdoor elements will quickly de-laminate,
splinter, and break down.
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