Hinged Doors vs Storefront
Pacific Vs Storefront Doors - - Part I: Commercial storefront doors are not intended to resist weather. Water and air infiltration are normal symptoms. The Pacific was designed to resist weather. Our weather-stripping and extrusion designs make the Pacific an exceptional performer.
Pacific Vs Storefront Doors - - Part II: The Pacific corners look residential unlike the non-linear joinery of storefront doors. In contrast, our mitered corners create perfect symmetry.
Pacific Vs Storefront Doors - - Part III: Because the Pacific was engineered for luxury homes it has the advantage of effective waterproof installations. The integral nail fin of the Pacific is unique to hinged doors on the market. You certainly will not get nail fins on storefront doors. Ask your contractor/installer which door is better equipped for weather.
Pacific Vs Storefront Doors - - Part IV: Typical storefront doors come with commercial hardware which is cumbersome to operate. The "thumb turn" spins more than 720 degrees making it hard to tell if the door is locked or unlocked. In contrast, the Pacific is operated with one handle that actuates three locks. Our fourth lock is an attractive thumb turn that only spins 180 degrees. To add even more value, the Pacific hardware is made of corrosion resistant materials.
Pacific Vs Storefront Doors - - Part V: Storefront doors have deep hollow rails. This is a hidden disadvantage that rears its head when it rains. This huge cavity fills with water and some of this water will end up in your home. The Pacific rails are closed and sealed and the tandem weather-stripping points make the system even tighter.
Pacific Vs Storefront Doors - - Part VI: Although the Pacific does not require routine adjusting it does offer easy adjustability, if ever needed. Our hinges were designed for luxury homes and come equipped with three adjustment points that any "do it yourselfer" can do (instructions available online). Storefront doors offer crude methods of adjusting e.g. "jack screw" and typically require a technician to come to your home.
Pacific Vs Storefront Doors - - Part VII: Take note of the hinges on storefront doors because there are several types. One thing is constant though, these hinges do not match the door frame unless it is either black or silver. Regardless of the frame color, we finish the hinges to match perfectly.
Pacific Vs Storefront Doors - - Part VIII: The strength of each vent corner is unrivaled, especially when compared to storefront doors. Each Pacific vent corner is keyed and welded for strength and long life. This feature allows Fleetwood to provide exceptional sizes well beyond typical storefront doors.