Which Interior Door Material Is Right for You?
When planning your space, choosing between steel interior doors and aluminum doors, can make a big difference in how your project looks, feels, and functions. While both offer a modern aesthetic and allow for glass inserts, their construction, durability, and flexibility vary widely.
When choosing interior steel doors, the decision between swing doors and pivot doors can impact both design and function. Each option offers unique benefits, and understanding the differences will help you select the best solution for your space.
Why Choose Steel Interior Doors?
Steel interior doors are the top choice when you need maximum strength, design flexibility, and a seamless, high-end finish. These doors are fully custom-fabricated, allowing us to create almost any size or style—including oversized doors up to 10 feet tall with large glass panels.
Thanks to welded corners, steel frames are extremely solid and clean-looking, with no exposed screws or mechanical joints. This makes them both more durable and visually refined than aluminum alternatives.
Key Features of Steel Doors:
Fully custom – we can use any available steel profile or thickness
Seamless welded corners – no screws or visible joints
Can be fabricated up to 10 feet tall, ideal for statement doors
Supports heavy glass panels without flexing
Available in powder-coated or specialty finishes
Excellent long-term durability for both residential and commercial use
Why Choose Aluminum Interior Doors?
Aluminum doors are a great option when your project calls for lighter-weight, cost-effective solutions with fast lead times. These doors are made using standardized extruded profiles, which limits customization but speeds up production and lowers costs.
However, aluminum frames rely on mechanical corner connectors and screws, which are more visible and less durable over time. They’re also not well-suited for extra-tall doors, as they may struggle to support the weight of full-height glass panels.
Key Features of Aluminum Doors:
Built with pre-set extrusion systems – quicker production
Lightweight and corrosion-resistant
Lower cost than custom steel
Suitable for standard-size doors and partitions
Not ideal for tall or heavy-glass applications
Joints assembled with screws and corner brackets (not seamless)
If your project demands maximum durability, seamless aesthetics, and design flexibility, steel doors are the superior choice—especially for large openings and premium interiors. If you’re working with standard sizes, tight timelines, or lighter partitions, aluminum doors offer a practical, budget-friendly option.
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