Front door question - need help please
Hi everyone,
here is the drawing for our new front extension which is currently being built. On the photo which shows the glass triangle above the door, should this be glass or brick ? Can anyone recommend a style door also please. I live in a 1930,s semi.
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PROUser
7 years agoTraditionally a lot of the 1930's houses used stained glass in the doors and surrounds. You could choose that look, if it ties in with the rest of the windows etc.
However, a modern twist on an old fashioned design and shape may be more suitable. You could even etch your door number in the glass above the door.This is probably the most versatile as it goes with a lot of windows, brick etc and of course you can have any colour front door.
PROTimber Master LTD
7 years agoMan About the House has the top door spot on for a 1930's door with the small glazed section at the top.
The top triangle section of glazing above the door would look great and would give you a lot of light. You could have it frosted with your door number on it like Man About The House suggested. You may want to add glazing bars to the large sections of glazing though and also to the windows for a more traditional look.
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PROAnne Haimes Interiors
7 years ago
Mandy Ross
7 years agoI too have a 1930's semi and wanted to keep that look for the front door. I chose a Rock door, the style was just what I was looking for and I love the colour.
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7 years agoJonathan
7 years agoI can see I am outnumbered but I don't agree this triangle will look right. In addition I think it will be higher than the hall ceiling so won't work.
I would rather above the door is plain brickwork with a statement porch lantern.
I think the windows to the side of the door lend plenty of light to your hall although you should consider if you need security glass.
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