When we moved into the house in 2006, this is what it looked like:
The front door was an older wood door with a half moon glass piece with a steel security door on the outside. Not pretty. So, in 2008, I changed it to a beautiful mahogany door:
Except, there was a draft problem. We had always had a draft from the front door (even with the old door), but I was getting more and more fed up with it. So, a few weeks ago I went to Lowe's and bought a security storm door.
I opted to have Lowe's install it. While the installer was a little difficult to schedule time with, and showed up 3 hours late, he actually did a great job putting the door in.
This door has changed our lives. Not only does it keep the draft out (we notice a huge difference in the heat levels downstairs), but when it's open it floods the living room with light. I only wish I had done it sooner.
That's a great idea..we are having draft problems. Maybe I should get one!
ReplyDeleteOh...and supposedly, our house was built in 1901 too! (Though, we aren't positive). However, it's a farmhouse...haha!
ReplyDeleteCaroline,
ReplyDeleteYes, you should get one! Also, I'm not positive about when our house was built either...1901 is the best guess by the city since all the records were destroyed.
B
nice post. i should get a door like that too, though i'm leaning toward a security gate that i could put screens in. how was the wood jamb? did it need work, or did they just instal the door against what was there?
ReplyDeleteScenic,
ReplyDeleteSince there had been a security door there prior, it was an easier install, no need for a build out. The door we got is also a security door, but no screen. The old one had a screen but the bars made it feel like jail. Now, I'll be lucky if I manage not to run into this one!
Benny
yes! dont run through it! it certainly is a nice look for the house.
ReplyDeleteIt took us about 8 hours to install our storm door, so you were wise to pay for installation! What a pain.
ReplyDeleteLooks great and seems like a great addition to your home. Hey, if it can keep your home warmer during these cold days...it's all worth it! Glad you finally got it done ;)
ReplyDeleteI suggest that you should get one!
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