Aluminum doesn’t rust because it doesn’t contain iron. It can corrode, though, especially when moisture, salt, dirt, or damage breaks down its protective finish. With the right product, proper installation, and routine care, aluminum storm doors can remain attractive and useful for decades. Your best choice also depends on the job you want the door…
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A door pediment adds a finished detail above an entry. Paired with pilasters or used above front door trim, it can restore period character or add interest to a plain facade. Homeowners in the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. area often choose from crossheads, triangular peaks, curved segments, and open scrolls. This guide explains the main…
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Sliding glass doors bring in natural light and make patios easy to enjoy, but an older or poorly adjusted door may rely on a simple latch and a large glass panel. The good news is that you can improve sliding door security in layers. A bar or supplemental lock limits movement, anti-lift hardware helps keep…
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Steel entry doors are great for low-maintenance daily use, but their finish, seals, hinges, and locks still need attention. Timely maintenance can keep scratches minimal, drafts out, stiff hardware usable, and small rust spots from getting worse. These five steel door maintenance tips cover cleaning, damage checks, repainting, lubrication, and weatherstripping, including when a professional…
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A storm door update can sharpen your home’s curb appeal without changing the character of the entire entry. 2026 door hardware trends have seen a return of some timeless classics: matte black, brighter chrome, and softer gold tones. Whatever your preference, you have room to choose a look that feels current and still fits your…
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Yes, a storm door handle can usually be replaced in under 30 minutes, and many homeowners choose to do it themselves with basic tools. Whether your handle is loose, broken, or outdated, replacing it is a simple way to improve both function and security. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to replace a…
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Yes, you can put a storm door on a double front door. Double storm doors are made for wide entries, including many French door configurations, and they can preserve everyday access while adding glass or screen options in front of the main doors. The key is choosing a compatible two-door system and measuring the full…
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Orange-brown marks on a window can look worse than they are. Window glass itself does not rust, but water can carry iron residue from hardware, screens, fasteners, pipes, or exterior metal onto the pane. If the stain is on the surface, you can often clear it with a gentle cleaning method. This guide explains how…
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The standard width for many front doors is 36 inches, although 30- and 32-inch doors are also common. Most standard exterior doors are 80 inches tall and 1¾ inches thick. Homes built before the 1980s often have narrower or less consistent openings, so your current door may not match the size you see at a…
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A transom window is a narrow window installed above a door or another window. It gets its name from the horizontal beam, called a transom, that separates it from the opening below. In older homes, operable transom windows helped air move between rooms before air conditioning became common. Today, most transoms are fixed in place…
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