Are you noticing that your door radiates heat from the afternoon sun? Other than causing you discomfort, heat exposure over time can cause your door system to bow and warp, leading to problems like decreased security, low energy (and economic) efficiency, and possible moisture damage due to compromised weathersealing. Too much exposure also adds up when you consider that it impacts how hard your AC unit is pumping to maintain a cooler temperature inside of your home. At some point, most homeowners encounter issues related to heat and thermal damage to their door system, so we have compiled some budget friendly tips on how to reduce the heat on your door just before the summer heat sets in. If you are experiencing a spike in temperature on your exterior door, follow along for some helpful tips to help ease the heat.
All About Paint
An inexpensive way to reduce the heat on your exterior door is with paint. A lighter paint color can reduce the amount of heat on your exterior door. To provide an extra layer of coverage we recommend adding polyurethane or clear finish. This will help extend the life of your bright, new hue for summer while protecting you from the sun's rays.
Heat Resistant Film
Do you have a storm door to aid in protecting and sealing your entryway against the elements? Another great way to protect your exterior doors/storm doors against direct sunlight is to provide a heat resistant film or covering. This film will reduce the amount of sunlight that your door is absorbing and overall reduce the heat omitted from your door. With the average cost for this product being around $20.00, this is a budget friendly solution with a big impact.
Here Comes The Shade
To help beat the heat on doors with long periods of sun exposure, consider installing a permanent or retractible shade. The addition of an awning or adjustable shade structure will not only decrease sun damage, but also aid in cooling the overall temperature of your exterior doors.
South-Facing Doors
If your door is south facing and constantly in the sunlight, we recommend the use of a fiberglass door. It is inevitable that a door will receive heavy heat exposure, but the material in a fiberglass door is perfect for temperature fluctuations.
Today we have discussed the different ways to reduce the heat on your exterior doors. Which door heat solution would you try on your own home? We would love to read your comments. If you know a friend that is need of heat reducing tips for their exterior doors feel free to share this post with them.