When ordering aluminum doors for your commercial storefront, it's helpful to consider some specifications to ensure you get the right product that meets your needs. When you contact Pro Commercial Doors, our technicians will use their experience to order the right materials for your storefront needs. Here are some common factors to consider:
1. Dimensions: Provide accurate measurements for the width, height, and thickness of the doors. Consider any space constraints or architectural features that may impact the door size.
2. Configuration: Consider whether you need a single door, double doors, sliding doors, or revolving doors. Include information about the swing direction (inward or outward) if applicable. Our technicians have the experience to determine what suits your needs.
3. Sidelights and Transom: Our service technicians can help determine whether you need any sidelights or transoms. In the context of commercial storefront doors, a sidelight is a vertical, narrow window or glass panel that is positioned on one or both sides of the door. A transom is a window positioned above the door.
4. Glass Type: There are many options for the type of glass you want (clear, tinted, tempered, etc.). Include any specific requirements for glass thickness, single or double glass, safety features, or decorative elements. Pro Commercial Doors also provides glass replacement services.
5. Hardware: Detail the hardware requirements, including handles, locks, closers, door stops and any additional accessories. Specify any special features needed for security or accessibility.
6. Finish: Specify the desired finish for the aluminum frame, such as anodized, painted, or powder-coated. Provide the color if applicable. For aluminum storefronts, the most popular choices are silver, commercial brown, and black.
7. Accessibility: If your storefront needs to comply with accessibility standards, ensure that the doors meet AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) requirements. This may include features such as lever handles, automatic door openers, and appropriate clearance widths.
8. Weatherstripping and Seals: Specify any requirements for weatherstripping and seals to ensure proper insulation and weather resistance.
9. Security Features: If security is a concern, specify any additional features such as laminated glass, wire glass, or access control systems.
By considering these specifications, you can ensure that the aluminum doors for your storefront are manufactured and installed to your requirements, delivering the functionality, aesthetics, and performance you need for your business. It's also a good idea to work with a reputable manufacturer or supplier like Pro Commercial Doors who can assist you in selecting the right products and guiding you through the ordering process.
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