Glass Doors Enhance Lighting and Decor

Installing new windows is a great way to add value to your home while improving energy efficiency. Including glass doors as part of your project can help brighten your home's interior and add outdoor vistas. Glass doors come in styles including French doors, sliders, and traditional doors. Home entry suites incorporate additional features including side windows or fanlights for providing maximum lighting and architectural interest. Glass doors are available with a choice of glass textures; you can get the lighting you need and maintain privacy with glass doors made with textured glass, or constructed with window blinds between glass layers. You can also install blinds or shutters for covering glass doors.

Glass Doors and Home Security

Today's glass doors offer break resistant glass and heavy duty hardware that discourages break-ins. Coupled with a home security system, your new glass doors shouldn't pose a security hazard. Another option is installing glass doors that include iron grill work as a decorative feature. You can buy glass doors with iron grills, or have grill work custom designed and installed as part of a comprehensive doors and windows installation.

Improve Energy Efficiency with Glass Doors

Multi-layered glass provides insulation, and coated glass can filter out sunlight and destructive UV rays. Energy efficient doors and windows perform well as part of an overall energy efficiency plan for your home. Look for Energy Star-labeled doors and windows, which may qualify for rebates from your energy company. Installing energy efficient doors and windows may also qualify for a 2010 federal tax credit; consult your tax advisor or the IRS Web site for further information.