| Aluminum Frame Exterior Doors | Residential, Commercial, Hotels | Aluminum frame with tempered glass (ASTM C1048); Passes NZS4211 (1400Pa water resistance) Soundproof (reduces noise by 35 dB per ASTM E90) | Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, customizable (10+ colors via EPR Germany) 5-year warranty, total project solutions | Prone to denting, higher cost than vinyl (▲ compared to steel in corrosion) Unfinished surface (requires painting) |
| Steel Frame Exterior Doors | High-security, Industrial | Steel frame (ASTM A36, 58,000 psi); Galvanized coating (ASTM A123) ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 locks | High strength, durable, secure (meets CSA C23.8 standards) | Heavy, limited customization, requires maintenance (▲ inferior to aluminum in corrosion) |
| Fiberglass Exterior Doors | Energy-efficient homes | Fiberglass composite (R-5 thermal resistance, ASTM C518); UV-resistant (ASTM D4303) | Excellent insulation, resists warping (ASTM D638) Low maintenance | Limited color options, heavier than aluminum (▲ superior to wood in durability) |
| Wood Exterior Doors | Traditional homes, rustic styles | Solid wood construction (ASTM D16 treated); Natural aesthetic appeal | Aesthetic appeal, customizable wood finishes | Requires frequent maintenance, susceptible to rot (▲ inferior to composite in durability) |
| Vinyl Exterior Doors | Budget residential | UV-resistant vinyl (ASTM G154); Low-maintenance | Affordable, maintenance-free (no painting) | Brittle in extreme temps, limited styles (▲ inferior to aluminum in customization) |
| Composite Material Doors | High-end residential | Fiberglass-wood blend (ASTM D638); Reinforced core for security | Durable, low maintenance, combines aesthetics and strength | Higher cost, fewer style options (▲ superior to steel in thermal performance) |