Buying Guide
Prices, sizes and the decisions to make before you order a custom iron door or aluminum system.
Articles

Iron vs Steel Front Doors: What Is the Difference?
Iron doors, steel doors, wrought iron, metal doors: what each name really means, how custom steel entry doors with glass compare to builder steel doors, and costs.
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Wrought Iron and Steel Front Doors in Houston: Styles, Prices and What Works in Our Climate
A Houston guide to wrought iron and steel front doors: styles that suit local homes, what they cost, and glass and sealing for Houston heat and humidity.
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Double Iron and Steel Front Doors: Sizes, Sidelights and Costs in Texas
Standard and custom sizes for double iron front doors, when to add sidelights or a transom, and what a double iron entry door costs in Texas.
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Wrought Iron vs Rod Iron (or Rot Iron) Doors: Same Thing?
Rod iron, rot iron and wrought iron doors: what each name means and what to look for when you buy a custom iron door in Texas.
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How Much Do Custom Iron Doors Cost in Texas?
A clear guide to custom iron door pricing in Texas: a per-square-foot ballpark, example sizes, and the factors that move the price up or down.
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How much does a custom iron door cost in Texas?
Around $145 per square foot as a starting ballpark: about $3,500 for a 36" × 96" single door and about $7,000 for a 72" × 96" double. Design, glass, hardware and installation move the final price.
Can I get a quote without exact measurements?
Yes. Rough sizes and a photo of the opening are enough to start. We confirm exact measurements on site before shop drawings and fabrication.
Tell us about your opening.
Rough sizes and a photo are enough to get started. We come back with pricing and lead times.


