Front Doors: Fiberglass or Wood?

Let’s open the door to some smart choices.

When it comes to first impressions, your front door says a lot. It’s not just where you welcome guests, it’s where you protect your home, boost your curb appeal, and (let’s be honest) add a little personality to your exterior.

So if you’re deciding between fiberglass and wood, here’s what you need to know and why we’re big fans of Therma-Tru fiberglass doors.

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Wood Doors: Classic Charm, Higher Maintenance

There’s no denying the timeless beauty of a solid wood door. It’s warm, it’s traditional, it feels rich and inviting. But with that comes some upkeep. Wood doors:

Can warp, crack, or rot over time

Need regular sealing or staining

Are more vulnerable to weather and sun exposure

If you’re someone who loves the character of wood and doesn’t mind a little TLC, it could still be the right choice. But if you’re team low-maintenance living, keep reading.

(Want to explore more exterior design choices? Check out our post on 3 Most Common Front Doors for more inspiration.)

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Fiberglass Doors: The Best of All Worlds

We install Therma-Tru fiberglass doors for a reason. They look like real wood (seriously, you’d never guess they’re not), but they come with a long list of perks that make them the clear winner for most homes:

Won’t warp, rot, dent, or rust

Require very little maintenance

Hold up beautifully in extreme heat, cold, and coastal weather

Provide better insulation thanks to a unique core

Come with a limited lifetime warranty (aka peace of mind)

Plus, they come in beautiful woodgrain finishes that mimic mahogany, oak, and more without the maintenance headaches.

(Curious about other smart remodel decisions? You might also like Budget-Friendly Remodeling: Big Style, Smart Spending.)

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Energy Efficiency? Yes, Please.

Inside every Therma-Tru fiberglass door is a high-performance insulating core designed to help keep your home:

Toasty in the winter

Cool in the summer

Energy bills are lower all year long

Because your front door shouldn’t just look good, it should work for you, too.

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Built for Life, Backed by Toupin

Therma-Tru doors are tested to withstand:

Heavy UV exposure

Corrosive salt air

High-impact storms

Life with kids, dogs, and Amazon packages

That’s why we’ve trusted them for years at Toupin Construction. If we’re putting our name on it, it needs to last — and Therma-Tru delivers.

(See more about our quality-first approach in Why Should I Hire an Insured Remodeling Company?)

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Final Thoughts

If you’re deciding between fiberglass and wood, consider what matters most to you: style, durability, energy efficiency, or low maintenance.

With Therma-Tru fiberglass doors, you don’t have to choose, you get it all.

Let’s get your entryway ready to impress.

 Contact us today to get started!