4 Tips for a Custom Iron Door That We Swear By!

Wrought iron doors have become exceedingly popular in the past few years. The biggest reason is probably that wrought iron can be fashioned to compliment a vast array of different aesthetics. Iron doors can do it all from ornate European posh to modern minimalism.

Wrought iron itself is a highly refined alloy of iron that it’s known for its superior strength and durability. They are also resistant to corrosion.

Tips to Design a Custom Iron Door

You may not be an interior designer yourself, but you must certainly have some ideas of what you want your front door to look like. We pulled together some tips for you to design an iron door on your own.

Find Inspiration

The first step in any creative process is to get inspired. It doesn’t matter where your draw your inspiration from, it can be Claire and Phil’s house from Modern Family (or Cam and Mitchell’s if you’re leaning more Spanish). You can take to Pinterest interior design boards, visit museums, or even take a drive around your neighborhood to look at door designs.

Decide on a Style

If you are struggling to pick a style, the best way is to look at the rest of your house. Your front door is the focal point of your home and should be an extension of the aesthetic of your home. For example, if you like many homes in central Oklahoma have a Spanish-style bungalow, your iron door should be more ornate and incorporate elements of Spanish architecture. If your house is more about sharp angles and an ultramodern appeal, then perhaps a simplistic frame with straight lines and a lot of glass will do your aesthetic justice.

Select Glass Panes

Wrought iron front gates can feature glass panes heavily (modern designs) or not at all (dense ornamental ironwork). It depends on the style of door you choose.

An important point to consider here is the amount of light you wish to allow inside. If you want more natural light, negative spaces with glass is ideal. On the other hand, if you prefer some cover, maybe look for more elaborate designs.

Some homeowners prefer natural light but are deterred by privacy concerns. In such cases, you can replace the clear glass with frosted, pebbled, or wavy glass.

Choose a Color and Finish

Black is the most popular color in wrought iron doors, mostly because it is a color that goes well with any design. Nevertheless, if you wish to explore other options you can! There are some beautiful browns along with gold and bronze finishes. Think you want a touch of funk? You can choose green or red.

Iron Door of Your Dreams with Grand View

At Grand View Windows & Doors, we take a green approach to building your doors and windows. Having served Oklahoma City for 30 long years, we assure you there is no one better for quality windows and dependable doors. Our page has a gallery of previous works for your reference, so you know what you are getting too! Request a free estimate today.