Synopses & Reviews
Nothing makes a personality statement for your home like a dramatic front door and entryway. The challenge is to select just the right style that gives the feeling you want to create for visitors, passersby, and yourself. Start by making sure your door is in the right location. Then get helpful tips on drawing plans for the entire entryway including door, side windows, foyer, and lighting. Factor in practical needs like energy efficiency, durability of material, security, the amount of glass you want, the type of hardware that fits. Finally there are the issues of blending aesthetics (color schemes, plantings), night illumination, privacy, and security. Now you're ready to follow the illustrated instructions for buying materials and installation. Other doorways also get special chapters, from patios to garage entries, storage areas, and entries to workshops and studies. Troubleshooting charts cover problem areas such as drafts, older homes, and passageway congestion.
Synopsis
Nothing gives a home personality like a dramatic front door. "Spence shows how to select and install... exterior and interior doors as well as their components (such as lock sets, hinges, and glazing). Security and energy efficiency are important concerns that Spence covers in detail. Profusely illustrated, this title is appropriate for every public library..."--
Library Journal.