And, there''s Smooth-Star-the new patented Steel-Beater interior wood door door. it''s a perfect alternative to steel and comparably priced. with proven, durable, fiberglass construction, smooth-star comes with a andersen wood door 20-year limited warranty, door and interior twice that of steel doors. therma-tru has always stood for quality and innovation, which translates into peace of mind for our customers doors. therma-tru is the most recognized brand in the door industry. for 35 years, therma-tru doors has been synonymous with quality and innovation. state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques and an ability to recognize market trends make therma-tru the nation''s leading manufacturer of doors for exterior purposes. more than 35 years ago, therma-tru engineers revolutionized the door industry by creating beautiful doors made of fiberglass for the exterior with all the benefits and none of the disadvantages of entry wood door or steel doors. once the standard, wood and steel simply can''t compete with the energy-efficiency, durability and variety offered by fiberglass therma-tru doors. distinctive look and pronounced detail highlight new raised panel doors added to the therma-tru line of classic-craft. new entry door is available in over 100 styles, including single, double and triple panel combinations, five doorlite configurations and six elegant glass patterns. doors have matching sidelites and transoms and feature a rich, red oak grain wood that can be stained with the firm''s finishing system.

beautifully detailed supplies, classic-craft and fiber-classic doors look and feel just like wood. their durable fiberglass surface features a rich red oak grain, but unlike wood doors, they won''t split, dent, or warp. plus, they''re backed by a lifetime-limited warranty. and, there''s smooth-star -- the door new fiber glass steel-beater door. when comparing fiber glass smooth-star doors to steel, the differences are dramatic -- better looks, better feel, better performance and interior twice the warranty of steel doors.for 35 years, therma-tru doors and systems have been synonymous with quality and innovation. innovative manufacturing techniques and a sixth sense of market trends make therma-tru the nation''s leading manufacturer of fiberglass and steel doors. fiberglass is the future, and smart, forward-thinking builders agree that therma-tru has the doors they need now and for the future.

other alternatives are made of a polyurethane foam insulation core - offering six times the energy efficiency of wood - faced on both sides with vinyl or aluminum. these typically cost for a 6-foot-wide door. all well-made nonwood doors are designed with thermal breaks (separations wood between indoor and outdoor surfaces that block the conduction of heat or cold.) glazing options of course, the largest part of a glass sliding door is glass. to make a door truly energy efficient, high-performance glazing is key. fortunately, door this is standard with most high-quality sliders. you''ll find double-paned glass with low-e (low energy) coating and, in some cases, argon gas filling. low-e reduces heat transfer and protects against ultraviolet damage; argon gas filling provides greater insulation. some manufacturers let you specify the glazing you want when you order. where sun-caused fading or damage can e a serious problem, you may want to opt for glass with a solar bronze or solar gray tint to reject ultraviolet rays. in addition, some companies offer decorative stained or beveled glass with true brass caming (leading). for bathrooms or other places where privacy is a concern, obscure glass is available.

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