Replacement Front Doors
Why should you replace your front door?
A front door is the first impression of your house. Set the tone by making your entry door one that speaks to your style and meets your needs. Check out the positive impacts a replacement front door can have on your home.
Enhance curb appeal
A replacement front door refreshes the look of your entryway to improve curb appeal.
Boost home value
When your home’s curb appeal improves, the value of your home can increase as well.
Make a design statement
Front doors are available in a variety of styles to match your home's unique aesthetic.
Control privacy and light
Selecting a new front door with glass allows you to create a welcoming, light-filled entryway.
Improve front door security
A multipoint lock on select doors provides additional security by locking in multiple places.
Better energy efficiency
A new front door minimizes drafts and leaks to improve the comfort and efficiency of your home.
Reduce maintenance
A new front door can be more durable, weather resistant and low maintenance than your existing door.
Get smart home technology
Optional smart home technology helps you feel safe while home and away by monitoring the status of your door.
See how replacing your front door can transform your home
- Lake Forest Entryway Transformed with Modern Front DoorBefore
![Old wood mid-century style front door on blue house]( "Before - Outdated Wood Entry Door")
After![Modern black front door with four glass panels on blue house]( "Black Front Door Enhances Home's Modern Aesthetic")
Lake Forest Entryway Transformed with Modern Front DoorCreating a modern aesthetic with a streamlined fiberglass entry door.
- Black Craftsman Front Door Transforms Manhattan EntrywayBefore
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After![After image of a black craftsman entry door with sidelights]()
Black Craftsman Front Door Transforms Manhattan EntrywayFrom a traditional white door to a black craftsman front door, these Kansas homeowners benefited from a beautifully updated entryway. - Craftsman Style Front Door Refreshes Philly EntrywayBefore
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After![a brand new black fiberglass entry door with dentil shelf]()
Craftsman Style Front Door Refreshes Philly EntrywayFiberglass front door enhances entryway design, energy efficiency and durability.
- Fiberglass Front Door with Sidelights Revamps Outdated EntrywayBefore
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After![a new black entry door with transom and sidelights]()
Fiberglass Front Door with Sidelights Revamps Outdated EntrywayWe replaced an old, faded red front door with a craftsman-style black front door.
Getting started is easy.
1Find your pro
Decide whether to schedule a free consultation with a Pella expert or tackle the project yourself by shopping online. You could also visit a showroom, work with a contractor or shop at Lowe’s.
2Choose your front door
Learn the unique benefits of wood, fiberglass and steel front doors. Select a front door that achieves your vision and meets the needs of your lifestyle.
3Install your front door
A front door’s performance is only as good as its installation. Make proper installation a priority so you can get the most out of your investment.
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Find your pro
There are several different ways you can get started. Many choose to schedule a consultation or shop online, but there are other places to shop as well.
Schedule a free consultation
During your complimentary in-home consultation, a Pella expert will help you find the best replacement front door for your home and provide a no-obligation quote.
Shop for front doors online
Browse the online selection and take charge by measuring, selecting and installing a front door on your own.
Other ways you can get started
- store Visit a showroom
store Visit a showroom
Stop by to see and touch a variety of front doors in full scale.
- engineering Find a contractor
engineering Find a contractor
Pella Certified Contractors are trained to install front doors and can complete other home projects.
- Shop at Lowe's
Shop at Lowe's
Visit your nearby Lowe's store to see a wide range of Pella front doors.
- construction Do-it-yourself
construction Do-it-yourself
See if you have what it takes to tackle front door replacement yourself.
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Choose your front door
Features & Options
The natural beauty of wood creates a warm and welcoming entryway. With more options for personalization, choose a wood front door that complements your unique style.
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One-of-a-kind finishes
Stunning pre-finished stains allow the natural wood grain to shine through, for a door that is one-of-a-kind.
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Strength and stability
All wood, precision-engineering mahogany or rustic walnut core offers stability.
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True-divided-light grilles
True-divided-light grilles deliver an authentic, historical look, featuring individual panes of glass separated by grilles.
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Natural beauty
The natural beauty of wood provides a warm and welcoming entryway.
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More décor options
Personalize your wood entry door with stylish accessories, clavos, hinge straps or a speakeasy window.
Why choose a wood front door?
A wood front door is best if you want to customize your design and are interested in old world or European décor options like hinge straps or a speakeasy window.
Features & Options
Choose a realistic wood-grain option or a smoothly textured fiberglass front door. Personalize the look with grilles, hardware, glass and more to complement your home’s aesthetic.
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Variety of finishes
Select from dozens of rich stains and colorful paints to showcase your unique style.
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Between-the-glass blinds
Permanently sealed between panes of glass, between-the-glass blinds are only available on fiberglass front doors.
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Stylish grilles
Available in three different styles, grilles help enhance your front door by adding architectural interest.
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Weather resistant
Resisting warping, dents and rot, fiberglass withstands extreme weather to provide long-lasting beauty and performance.
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Low maintenance
Fiberglass front doors resist rot and will not absorb moisture, ensuring upkeep is easy and minimal.
Why choose a fiberglass front door?
A fiberglass front door is best if you want a durable front door with features like between-the-glass blinds or grilles.
Features & Options
One of the most weather-resistant materials available, steel is naturally strong, provides extra durability and is easy to care for.
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Smooth finish
A smooth steel surface takes color evenly for a long-lasting quality experience.
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Maximum privacy
With no glass, steel front doors maximize privacy and provide increased safety.
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Naturally strong and durable
Steel front doors will not absorb moisture and feature a rot-resistant, low-maintenance frame.
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Reliable performance
Steel front doors are engineered for exceptional energy efficiency and no glass makes them even more airtight.
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Fire safety rated
Pella's steel front doors are available with a 20-minute fire rating to help protect your home.
Why choose a steel front door?
A steel front door is best if you want maximum privacy and exceptional energy efficiency.
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Install and enjoy your new front door
Learn more about how entry door installation works, what to expect and how you can prepare for installation day.
Learn more about replacing your front door
- Replacing a Front Door: How the Process Works
Replacing a Front Door: How the Process WorksFrom getting inspired to installing your new door, here’s your step-by-step guide to the front door replacement process.
- Shopping for Replacement Front Doors
Shopping for Replacement Front DoorsFrom materials to glass and hardware options, there is a virtually limitless selection of replacement front doors. Here is what to keep in mind when shopping for your new door.
- A Guide to Popular Front Door Styles
A Guide to Popular Front Door StylesChoosing a new or replacement front door is a lot easier when you understand the design options. Check out these popular door styles to discover the look that best complements your home’s unique architecture.
Frequently asked questions about replacement front doors
Get help from an expert
Schedule a free in-home consultation to discuss your replacement front door options with a Pella professional.