Material Composition | Residential Entrances | Industry: uPVC (ASTM D2464) Our Base: Solid Wood + Polymer (ASTM D543) Our Advanced: Glass/Thermal Break (ASTM C1193) | Base offers natural wood aesthetics; Advanced combines modern style with durability | Base requires periodic wood maintenance; Advanced heavier installation ▲ (Advanced adds 20% weight for reinforced glass) |
Thermal Performance | Extreme Climates | Industry: R-3.0 Our Base: R-4.1 (▲17%) Our Advanced: R-5.2 (▲73%) | Base improves energy efficiency vs. standard doors; Advanced exceeds Energy Star (R-5.0+) | Advanced costs 30% more than Base ▲ (Advanced uses dual-pane Low-E glass) |
Durability | Coastal/Industrial Areas | Industry: 10-year warranty (500h salt spray, ASTM B117) Our Base: 15-year (1000h) Our Advanced: 20-year (1500h) | Base resists corrosion better than standard; Advanced lasts 50% longer ▲ | Advanced may require reinforced door frames for heavy glass components |
Aesthetic Customization | Modern/Custom Homes | Industry: Limited colors (2-3) Our Base: 10+ wood stains + polymer colors Our Advanced: Custom glass designs + metallic finishes | Base offers versatile finishes; Advanced enables unique designs (e.g., frosted glass) | Advanced customization adds 20-30% to cost ▲ (Custom glass requires 2-week lead time) |
Security Features | High-Theft Neighborhoods | Industry: Basic deadbolt Our Base: Reinforced frame + dual deadbolt Our Advanced: Tempered glass + anti-theft hinges | Base prevents forced entry; Advanced resists break-ins and prying ▲ | Advanced hinges add 10% door weight ▲ (Glass panels may require shatterproof upgrades) |
Maintenance Requirements | Busy Households | Industry: Annual painting (wood) or monthly cleaning (uPVC) Our Base: Polymer needs cleaning; wood touch-ups every 2 years Our Advanced: Low-maintenance powder coat + glass wipes | Advanced requires 50% less upkeep than Base ▲ (Powder coat resists fading) | Base wood requires sealing every 5 years; Advanced glass may show fingerprints |