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Specifying High-Quality Doors for Multi-Family Applications: Questions to Ask  

What are the features and performance characteristics of exterior doors and why do they matter?

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Steel and fiberglass doors are not only as aesthetically pleasing as doors made of other materials, but excel in many other categories such as durability, energy efficiency, sustainability, fire ratings, cost effectiveness, ease of installation, and ease of maintenance.

This course lists the questions architects and others should ask to specify the best high-quality door for the application.

Photo courtesy of Wausau Supply Co.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
  1. Describe codes and standards that apply to high-performing steel and fiberglass doors.
  2. Identify factors that impact energy efficiency in steel and fiberglass doors.
  3. Explain ADA requirements for exterior doors and how to achieve them Define superior fire ratings for exterior doors.
  4. Describe how to specify high-performing metal and fiberglass door systems