You may not think too much about the doors in your home, but as it turns out, they do play a big part in your interior design. Who says you have to stick with the standard doors you see at your local home improvement store? Get creative and try a specialty door instead. They’re just as functional but add another layer of beauty to your décor.

Here are some top reasons to add a custom door to your home.

1.  Match Your Style

Any home is a reflection of the owner’s personality. Why not show off that unique style with a specialty door or two? They are available in a variety of materials such as wood, stainless steel and glass.

When choosing your door slab, think about what specialty door knobs will be required to complement it. Take pocket doors, for instance. They will need inset door knobs so the door is able to close flush into the wall. With a barn door, as another example, you can select a more ornate door knob.

2.  Custom Functionality

Glass doors are popular specialty doors these days, and that’s because more and more homeowners want to encourage the flow of natural light in their rooms — particularly great for patio doors.

Also rising in popularity are double doors, which are great for home offices and closets, as well as family rooms where you want to close off a separate area. They can function in different ways depending on the door hinges you select. Some operate similar to traditional French doors, while others operate on a rail system.

3.  Augment Curb Appeal

Using a specialty door as your front entry door is a great way to instantly boost curb appeal and property value. You can choose a beautiful door and ornate specialty door handle, of course, but just make sure the material and locking systems you choose are strong and secure. Explore your creative side, such as with a front entry door featuring sidelights and transoms with frosted or textured glass.

4.  Visual Interest

Having a statement wall as the focal point of your room is a big component of interior design.  Your specialty door creates visual interest without having to renovate the whole room or paint the walls. You can choose a dramatic door slab in a variety of materials such as reclaimed wood, chalkboard, scrap metal, leather, or mirror panels.

5.  Streamline Your Space

More and more homeowners are interested in modern, open floor plans. While a great interior design choice, open floor plans don’t offer much privacy. Specialty doors such as French or barn doors, can bridge that gap.

With custom doors, you get a wider door frame to work with than a traditional door, which affords more space. If you want privacy but still want natural light and visibility into the next room, consider a door with frosted, clear or textured glass.

Contact Dallas Door Designs

Finding the perfect specialty or custom door doesn’t have to be hard. Consult with your trusted Dallas designer to help. Get started with a free quote and consultation at 214-973-0373.