Kansas Entry Doors

Popular Local Trends & Styles

• Storm and Screen Doors 

  Screens¹ have been common on Kansas homes since the creaky wooden screen doors on farmhouses. Modern screen doors are sturdier storm doors with screens either built-in or easily swapped in with the seasons. A storm door helps protect your front door from the elements. When the weather’s nice, you can turn it into a screen door to catch a breeze and freshen up your home.

• Glass Front Doors and Sidelights

  More modern styles like the contemporary Craftsman homes in the suburbs of Wichita use glass in their exterior doors. The hallmark of Craftsman style is the window in the upper third of the door. Full light glass entry doors bring more light into your home. Sidelights have the same effect. Surround a full light front door with sidelights for maximum sunlight.

¹Warning: Use caution when children or pets are around open windows and doors. Screens are not designed to retain children or pets. 

Product Lines

• Pella® Entry Doors

Recommended Customizations¹

There are a variety of options to bring classic style to your door. Traditional grille patterns are perfect for Victorian homes while Craftsman grilles fit a variety of houses within that style. Brass, oil-rubbed bronze and rustic handles enhance the historic look. Find more customizations here.

¹Not all customizations are available in all Pella product lines.

Kansas Climate Recommendations

Scorching summer heat, dangerous storms, extreme wind chills — Kansas sees it all. Entry doors can help keep your home comfortable in the face of all these elements if you choose these options to upgrade your weather protection. .

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Frequently Asked Questions

•   What factory-prefinished stain and paint colors are available on Pella products?

  • Wood Windows and Patio Doors – Wood interiors offer more design flexibility — windows and patio doors can be stained or painted to match your decor.  Explore the interior and exterior finish options available for Pella's wood products.

    As part of Pella Corporation’s commitment to environmentally-friendly practices, we use Water-Based Green Chemistry. Our factory-applied stain is water-based, which significantly decreases the amount of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emitted into the air.

    Fiberglass Windows and Patio Doors – Available in colors offering the quality look of painted wood — including a dual-color option. Explore the interior and exterior finish options available for Pella's fiberglass products.

    Vinyl Windows and Patio Doors – Pella's unique vinyl formula is performance-tested for excellent weathering, durability, and color retention. Solid- and Dual-Color frames are available. Explore the interior and exterior finish options available for Pella's vinyl products.

    Fiberglass and Steel Entry Doors – You'll save time and finishing costs when your entry door arrives prefinished in your choice of paint or stain color that will look beautiful for years. Explore interior and exterior finish options for Pella's fiberglass and steel entry doors.

•   What general maintenance is required for my Pella windows and patio doors?

  • Pella recommends you inspect your windows and patio doors at least annually as part of a home checkup. Maintenance can prolong the life of your Pella windows and doors and will help ensure maximum warranty coverage.
    
    As needed, clean, repaint or restain your windows and patio doors, and recaulk around them to help maintain optimal performance. Also, be sure to regularly check for leaks and improper drainage above or around vents and sprinkler systems that may subject your windows and patio doors to prolonged water exposure.
    
    Review the Maintenance section of the Pella Window and Patio Door Owner's Manual for additional details about how to properly maintain the interior and exterior of your Pella windows and patio doors.

•   Which Pella doors are available with SmartKey® Technology?

  • SmartKey Technology is available, and comes standard, on Pella's fiberglass and steel entry doors.  Architect Series® sliding, French and hinged patio doors with hardware from the Rustic, Classic or Modern Collection will have SmartKey Technology.

    Learn more about Pella's hardware collections and how to use SmartKey Technology.

•   What glass options are available on Pella entry doors?

  • Pella offers a variety of unique glass types and distinctive caming to deliver the style, privacy and light you're looking for. Find the glass collections for your Pella product:

    • Fiberglass and steel entry doors
    • Storm doors
•   Do I need to finish my Pella entry door?

  • If your fiberglass or steel entry door from Pella was delivered without an interior or exterior finish (paint or stain), you must finish it within 30 days to protect your investment.

    If your wood entry door from Pella was delivered without an interior or exterior finish (paint or stain), you must finish it within 14 days to protect your investment. 

    The Pella warranty does not cover issues associated with failure to properly finish in a timely manner. Get complete details on your warranty, including exceptions and limitations.

    NOTES:  

    • For a professional-looking painted finish, it's important to use a quality brush or spray technique. Contact your local paint professional for recommendations.
    • Installation of a steel entry door within five miles of a seacoast is not recommended due to the risk of corrosion, and it will void Pella's steel entry door warranty.

    Be sure to consult with your local paint or finish store representative or professional to help address your specific finishing needs and review the Finishing section of the Pella Entry Door Owner's Manual for details about how to properly finish your Pella entry door.

•   Can I install a storm door on my Pella entry door?

  • Entry door systems from Pella are designed to be compatible with the installation of a Pella storm door. Below are a few things to consider:

    • A ventilating Pella storm door is optimal for use with an entry door from Pella.
    • The use of a storm door of any type in higher temperature climates is not recommended.
    • The combination of a darker color and direct sun can affect the panel material of an entry door from Pella when a storm door is used.
    • The use of the ventilating screen is recommended during the summer months when using a fullview storm door with an entry door from Pella.

    Learn more about Pella storm doors.