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Recent Press Releases

Modern Interior Doors with Eco Veneers introduced by Doors For Builders

July 20, 2018

Doors For Builders is proud to announce the introduction of a new line Modern Interior Doors offered at great prices with European quality by Doors For Builders in partnership with the award-winning Porta Doors. With more than 20 years of experience and awards in quality, construction, and design, Porta Doors manufactures all of its modern interior doors in Europe. Over time, they have become a market leader that never fails to satisfy its customers. Each Porta Door upholds our reputation of offering the best doors on… learn more»

Custom Door Maker Receives 100 Rave Reviews from the Houzz Community

January 24, 2016

Doors for Builders received 100 five-star reviews from clients on the popular social media site. As posted online by Chicago Tribune CHICAGO, January 26, 2016 — Doors for Builders achieved a five-star rating from 100 reviewers on houzz.com. About 35 million homeowners and home professionals use houzz.com to find and evaluate home remodeling and design through photos and reviews. To place Doors for Builders recognition in perspective, Houzz statistics show only 31 home professionals out of four million on the home remodeling website have received… learn more»

Custom Modern Interior Doors

December 21, 2016

Our Modern Collection interior doors are made in Europe and deliver superior performance with the latest European technology and highest level of designs and quality. We offer countless customization options ranging from custom veneers like American Walnut Wood, Oak Wood, Wenge Wood, high gloss finishes, stainless steel elements and various glass designs which truly make these doors very unique. Along with standard pre-hanging options we can offer the units as complete systems with true rabbeted jambs, a rubber strip for soft closure and better sound… learn more»

Paint Grade MDF Interior Doors – TruStile® Premium Architectural Doors

May 14, 2015

We are excited to announce that Doors For Builders has just entered into a distribution agreement with a high-end manufacturer of Paint Grade MDF Interior Doors, Tru-Stile. We are very proud to be working with a brand that is dedicated to the highest level of design and quality. Tru-Stile doors blend the latest technology with hand craftsmanship. Committed to partnering with architects, home builders and homeowners, TruStile revives the rich tradition of building high-quality, architecturally-correct doors with a range of customization options to fit your… learn more»

Doors For Builders at AIA Convention 2014

July 9, 2014

Doors For Builders Inc. team had a great time with the more than 20,000 attendees at the AIA Convention 2014 June 26-28 in Chicago. Doors For Builders Inc., booth at the convention showcased top product lines including Heritage and Classic Collection Entry Doors. Furthermore, the new, highly-anticipated Modern Euro Collection of Eco-Friendly Flush Entry and Interior doors was debuted to the huge interest of local and international media. “AIA Convention provided a great platform for us to connect with existing partners, as well as develop new… learn more»

Heritage Collection Hand Carved Doors

May 25, 2013

Doors For Builders is building on our custom Heritage Collection with our solid mahogany wood hand carved doors. Please see our Line Art Collection to view our model, DB-H010 DD F as a single unit, single unit with sidelites and to begin designing your own front door. Wrought Iron, Decorative, Glass, Entrance Doors & More Our Heritage Collection solid wood entry doors are truly a sight to see. From the arch top double door designs, with influences of European extravagance and old world craftsmanship, these… learn more»

We are proud to share that we have been awarded two exclusive honors by houzz.com

September 20, 2011

The Influencer badge is given to professionals whose advice and knowledgeable posts are most appreciated by the Houzz community, while the Recommended badge goes only to the top-rated professionals. Thank you for your continued support! Doors For Builders Inc. Team.

New Modern Collection In-Stock Entry Doors – Solid Wood

June 4, 2013

New Modern Collection In-Stock Entry Doors Doors For Builders is expanding our New Modern Collection In-Stock Entry Doors with our model, DB-004W 2SL and DB-004W as exhibited at the 2013 International Builders Show in Las Vegas. We have a wide availability in models and sizes to fit your home current door opening, if renovating or building a new home. Our In-stock door model, DB-823T is the perfect size for an Urban Renovation with it’s unit size of 37-1/2″ x 98″ x 4-9/16. It adds a modern… learn more»

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Articles

Fire-Rated Doors

December 28, 2016

Doors For Builders has the capability to produce completely custom made and architectural grade Fire-Rated Doors wooden doors that are officially certified and rated up to 90 minutes. Because each Fire-Rated Door is made to order we do not have to sacrifice style or design because of a necessary rating. The architecturally driven process allows your unique ideas to be brought to reality as completely certified units that meet your local fire codes. Our custom solutions are perfect for historical restorations, landmark projects, religious organizations,… learn more»

Paint Grade MDF Interior Doors – TruStile® Premium Architectural Doors

May 14, 2015

How To Measure Your Front Entry Door

October 17, 2014

When first starting the search to replace your front door, it is always best to have a rough idea of the size you need to be focusing your search on, and if that size is a standard size or a custom unit. We strongly recommend having a professional installer take the final measurements to ensure the proper fit of the unit. When it comes to doors there are four different dimensions that are typically referred to: Brick Opening/Masonry Opening • Rough Opening • Unit Size… learn more»

Can Homeowners Purchase Wood Doors From Doors For Builders?

May 25, 2013

Doors for Builders has its doors open to the General Public and private individuals. We are happy to help our customers whether they are building a new home or renovating and turning their existing one into their dream house. On our website doorsforbuiders.com you can click on the door model you are interested in and fill out our quote request form or you are welcome to give us a call at 847 981 9900 to help you decide if one our in-stock solid mahogany doors… learn more»

How To Measure Your Front Entry Door

October 17, 2014

Are your solid wood doors truly wood?

December 12, 2011

Your prices are so competitive and reasonable. Are your doors truly wood? Yes, we can offer you the best possible pricing on pre-finished, pre-hung, solid Cherry, Mahogany, Ash, Knotty Alder, Teak, and other exotic woods, because we produce the doors ourselves and offer factory direct pricing to the client. Our competitors cannot do this as they simply sell a product provided by someone else. Our quality and pricing is unbeatable even for custom units.

Do you offer Jamb Extension for your doors?

October 31, 2013

We offer Jamb extension for our in-stock wood entry door to fit a 2″ x 6″ wall construction. If you are building a home with a wall studs, 2″ x 6″ we do offer in-stock 2″ jamb extensions. The jamb extensions will be applied by your fine carpenter to the exterior side of the frame to achieve the desired 6-9/16″ jamb size. The jamb extensions we offer are manufactured from the same wood species as the door and they come pre-finished in the same stain color…. learn more»

What is Brick Moulding? Do I need it?

August 12, 2013

Brick Moulding is the exterior wooden trim that is applied on the exterior of the door unit to cover the connection point between the door frame and the wall stud where the door unit is installed. Do I need to have Brick Moulding? Yes, most of the projects require exterior brick moulding even if they have siding and not a brick facade. Appling brick moulding gives a clean finished look for your front entrance and hides the connecting point between the door unit and the… learn more»

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FAQ - Interior Doors

What is a Veneer?

July 20, 2018

A veneer is a thin layer of wood that is applied to the surface of a door that gives it its smooth finish.

What is Eco Veneer?

July 20, 2018

Eco Veneer is a type of veneer that is able to look almost identical to natural wood, but is created in a man made process that allows it to be eco-friendly.

What types of locks can I put on my Eco Veneer Doors?

July 20, 2018

There are three different lock options: Passage, Privacy, and Key. Passage has no lock, and cannot be locked on either side Privacy has a lock on one side and cannot be opened from the other side Key has a lock on one side, but can also be opened by a key (that comes with the door) from the other side

What are the benefits of a Magnetic Lock?

July 20, 2018

Magnetic locks are better than traditional locks because they are more discreet and easier to use. When you close a door with a magnetic lock, a magnet pulls the lock towards the frame automatically. Most high end, modern doors use this technology.

How are Concealed Hinges better than Traditional Hinges?

July 20, 2018

Concealed hinges as the name suggests, hides the hinges inside the slab and the frame of the door, allowing for sleek look that doesn’t distract from the door design. The second benefit is the adjustability of the hinges. As the door may settle over time, or react to changes in humidity, the door may need adjustment to function optimally. In a normal door, this can be challenging and time consuming but with adjustable hinges, the issue can be resolved easily and quickly.