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Discover quality doors for every entrance and interior space at Windsor Plywood. We offer a wide selection of interior doors, exterior doors, and door hardware to suit any style or project, whether you're renovating, building new, or upgrading for curb appeal. From classic wood panel doors to modern glass designs, complete your project with quality handles, or explore our durable fiberglass, moulded panel, and steel door options. As a proudly Canadian retailer, we carry premium, hard-to-source door solutions and provide expert advice at every step. Visit your local Windsor Plywood to explore options and get personalized service to help bring your vision to life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What steel door products does Windsor Plywood carry?
Windsor Plywood carries steel exterior entry doors from brands including Masonite and Jeld-Wen. Steel doors are available in flush and embossed panel profiles with factory primer or paint finishes. Most steel door systems include a polyurethane foam core for insulation and are available in pre-hung configurations with adjustable door frames suited to Canadian wall thicknesses.
What are the advantages of steel exterior doors?
Steel exterior doors provide good security, resist warping and swelling through humidity changes, are cost-effective compared to fiberglass and wood, and accept paint well. They are the standard entry door in most production residential construction. Modern steel doors with polyurethane foam cores provide significantly better insulation than older hollow steel doors, though they are still inferior to fiberglass in thermal performance.
Do steel doors rust in Canadian climates?
Steel doors are galvanized or coated to resist rust. When properly painted and maintained, steel doors provide decades of service in Canadian conditions. Scratches and chips in the paint and primer should be touched up promptly to prevent moisture from reaching the steel beneath. Coastal locations with salt air exposure are harder on steel doors than inland locations.
Can steel doors be painted?
Yes. Steel doors accept exterior latex paint well. The factory prime coat should be lightly sanded before painting. Use a quality exterior latex paint in a satin, semi-gloss, or gloss sheen that resists moisture and is easy to clean. Dark paint colours on south or west-facing steel doors can cause significant heat buildup that may affect weatherstripping performance and door frame alignment over time.
How do steel doors compare to fiberglass for energy efficiency?
Fiberglass doors consistently outperform steel doors in thermal performance due to fiberglass's lower thermal conductivity. Steel conducts heat readily, which creates a thermal bridge through the door that is more difficult to manage than in fiberglass construction. High-quality steel doors with insulated cores and thermally broken frames reduce this gap, but fiberglass remains the better thermal performer at comparable price points.