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Is Aluminum Frame Door Good?

Is Aluminum Frame Door Good?

Nov 16, 2022

When selecting the door to protect your property, the materials of the door are one of the most important factors. The material almost determines the features and benefits of the door. Aluminum doors, especially aluminum frame doors become the popular choice among customers. Aluminum’s perfect balance of malleability and strength makes the door ensure security and durability. In this post, the author would give a detailed introduction to the aluminum door.
 

Is Aluminum Frame Door Good?

Yes, the aluminum frame door is a good option for commercial buildings and houses. The commercial aluminum door frames have a long life span, and no effect of rust, corrosion, and termite effect. Also, they require simple dusting and washing jobs. They have less maintenance cost than others.
 

How Long Do Aluminum Doors Last?

The aluminum doors can last about 15 to 30 years if they get proper installation and maintenance.

Is Aluminum Door Better Than Wood?

In short term, wood doors and aluminum frame doors are both good if installed and maintained correctly. You could accordingly install either of them based on your situation. Here are the pros and cons of them.
 
  Aluminum Frame Doors Wood Door
Pros High Durability Wide Range of Selection
  Relatively Low Price Customizable
  Wide Range of Selection Aesthetically Pleasing
  Easy to Maintain Easy to Repair
Cons Not Quite Aesthetically Pleasing Susceptible to Weather Conditions
  highly conducive Easy to Peel or Bubble Out
  Less Security Not Soundproof
  Easy to Make Condensation Not insulated and Make Less Energy Efficient

As you have seen, both of them offer different benefits to the house and have different cons in the actual application. The high durability is the most excellent feature of the glass sliding door with aluminum frame. Then, the wooden door usually tends to be the best product to present the beauty of the design. And, if you want to find an interior door with both of their benefits at the same time, you could consider aluminium wooden composite door. It has the durability of aluminum and presents the unique aesthetic feel of the wooden door.

Which is Better Aluminium or Steel Doors?

If you have a limit and a lower budget, the aluminum frame door may be the better option. Then, if you want interior doors or exterior aluminum door frames which are highly durable, the steel door may be the better choice. Although the aluminum frame door is rust and corrosion-resistant, it still can not be better enough than the steel doors in the physical features. The steel doors are able to withstand physical damage. Here are the pros and cons of aluminum frame doors and steel doors.
 
  Aluminum Frame Doors Steel Door
Pros High Durability Long Life Span
  Relatively Low Price Require Fewer Repairs
  Wide Range of Selection Sturdier
  Easy to Maintain Wide Range of stunning design options
Cons Not Quite Aesthetically Pleasing Easy to Scratch
  Highly Conducive Easy to Dent
  Less Security prone to Chipping
  Easy to Make Condensation Easy to Conduct Either Heat or Cold

Are Aluminum Sliding Doors Better than Upvc Sliding Doors?

In the comparison of durability, the aluminum sliding doors are stronger than uPVC sliding doors since the different physical features. In weight, the upvc sliding doors are lighter than the aluminum sliding doors. The aluminum has a weight of 2.7 g/cm3 (around one-third of the weight of steel). In the lifespan, the uPVC windows and doors have a shorter life span. The uPVC plastic would eventually warp under long-term exposure to extreme temperatures. Then, the aluminum does not normally degrade over time, when exposed to extreme weather conditions.
 

Conclusion

All in all, the aluminum door is a good and durable door, combining multiple benefits. In addition above benefits, aluminum is a fully recyclable material. Therefore, the aluminum door could be one of the solutions for protecting the environment. To learn more about the benefits of aluminum frame doors and aluminum doors, contact Chimgreen. Chimgreen is one of the leading aluminum windows and doors manufacturers in China. For years, Chimgreen always put its effort on designing and developing good quality aluminum doors.