Windows And Custom Hurricane Rated Impact Doors

By Eugenia Dickerson


Anyone living in a known hurricane area will benefit from installing custom hurricane rated impact doors. The financial impact of storm damage to homes and business has made the insurance industry wary of providing cover for storm damage. Many insurers will not provide cover for a home or business which does not have adequate storm damage prevention measures in place.

High impact doors and windows are quality controlled, manufactured and designed to withstand hurricanes and other extremes of weather. That does not mean that as a buyer you are restricted when it comes to choosing your preferred custom design and finish. You can still add that extra something to the appearance of your property with custom made high impact products.

Each manufacturer will have their own designer range of external doors. The basic design is customized to the customers specification by using different panels and surrounds. Most of the high impact range are manufactured from solid hardwoods with mahogany being used most often. The wood can be stained or painted to fit in with the buyers specification.

Make sure that you are buying your door and fitments from a reputable supplier. Check that your fitter and the manufacturer are industry and state registered which implies a degree of quality and competence. Do not hand over any money or sign anything until you have a written contract for services and have checked all the small print. Once your contract is signed you will likely have to pay a deposit, with the remainder to be paid on satisfactory completion of the job.

It is a good idea to arrange for the fitter to be on hand when delivery of your door and window frames is made. You should both inspect the products for any signs of damage during transit before signing for the delivery. If you have signed for your products and then find a manufacturing flaw you usually have to report it within a matter of days from when you received the goods.

Storing this type of door in a clean and dry area with good ventilation is necessary until it is to be installed. Keep it away from direct sunlight or extreme cold. Use clean gloves when handling or moving the door to prevent damage. Follow the instructions for storage provided by the manufacturer if the door has to be stored for a number of days or longer.

Preparing for installation requires the door and fitments to be cleared of any dust with a clean cloth. Remove stubborn marks or stains by lightly sanding the area. Choose a small area on which to test the stain to ensure it achieves the desired finish.

Doors, frames that are to be stained should be prepped with a pre-stain conditioner to avoid streaks and runs. On the other hand if they are to be painted you should apply a good quality moisture resistant primer. Be sure to allow the pre-stain or the primer to dry fully before applying the finish. Although you will pay more for products, preparation and fitting, your custom hurricane rated impact doors and windows will prove to be good value when they protect your home or your business during extremes of weather.




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