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Commercial wood doors combine fire ratings, acoustic control, ADA compliance, and aesthetic value, making them essential for code-compliant and design-forward commercial spaces. Core types like SCL, mineral, and particleboard determine fire performance, durability,...

Metal doors and frames provide unmatched durability, code compliance, and performance customization across commercial sectors, outperforming wood, aluminum, and fiberglass alternatives. Core selection, seam construction, and frame type directly impact fire ratings,...

Steel doors and frames are critical components in commercial construction, directly impacting fire safety, security, thermal performance, acoustics, and compliance Material selection including steel type, gauge, core, and finish must align with environmental...

Commercial door accessories enhance fire safety, accessibility, and durability, playing a critical role in code compliance and long-term performance across sectors like healthcare, education, and government. Key components include kick plates, gasketing, thresholds,...

When we talk about a metal door today, we're referring to a design element that has evolved significantly from its industrial roots. Metal doors are no longer confined to warehouses or utility enclosures. They now serve critical roles in architectural aesthetics,...

In my years working across commercial and industrial construction projects, one truth has remained constant: steel doors are the workhorses of the built environment. Whether we are specifying a 90-minute fire rated steel door for a high-rise stairwell or designing an...

In my years specifying, fabricating, and coordinating with contractors on large-scale commercial and institutional projects, one component has always stood out in terms of function, compliance, and durability: the hollow metal door. These doors are not just standard...

In my two decades working in physical security and commercial construction, one of the most underappreciated yet vital assets to any facility’s protection plan has consistently been security doors. These are not just steel slabs mounted in a frame; they are engineered...