Top Reasons to Order Custom Doors (and Millwork)
Lets face it, those generic stock options from big box stores just don’t cut it – especially when you want your home to reflect your unique style.
Custom wood doors, by comparison, deliver that extra wow factor each and every time. But not all doors are built the same, and in order to truly get what you’re looking for, you need to partner with an experienced company staffed with expert craftsmen. That’s where Baird Brothers comes in!
(Sidenote: If you’re on a tighter budget or timeline, we also have some stunning designs already available – the only customization needed is to pick your favorite wood species!)
Why Custom-Made Interior Doors Pack a Punch
Your home is a work of art, and when you use high-quality products you end up with a high-quality result. Custom door designs (and moulding profiles) elevate any space, but they’re even MORE important if you’re trying to update while matching the style your home already has.
1. Enhance Without Changing
If you’re replacing a single wood door in your house, of course you want it to match the rest! Ordering any old, random prehung interior door clashes with all of the other ones and makes the space feel disjointed.
On the other hand, ordering custom wood doors that match existing styles maintains the look of your home without needing a whole re-do. If you’re working with a manufacturer like us, you may even find that we already have your interior door design option available!
2. Restoring Historical Homes
Custom designs for doors and mouldings are often essential when it comes to working on a historic property.
Restoring a century home can be a long process that might include following certain guidelines for renovations. Depending on those guidelines, you might even need to match certain design styles and wood species.
This is pretty much impossible to do when shopping stock profiles at big box stores. An experienced lumber yard, though, can work with you to design custom millwork, interior doors and even stair components that blend seamlessly with everything else.
3. Non-Standard Door Sizes
If you have an older home, you may also run into an issue with non-standard door sizes. Front doors and interior doors are now regulated by the International Code Council, but that wasn’t always the case.
Custom ordering solid wood doors alleviates the headache while still delivering the highest-quality fit and updated functionality.
Craftsmanship and Customization
Even if you aren’t remodeling a historical home or shopping for a non-standard door size, every home has its own unique needs that should be handled on a case-by-case basis.
Working with an experienced team to design handcrafted wood products ensures that your beautiful wooden doors get the attention they deserve. If you’re looking for something special, be sure your manufacturer has dedicated staff who can guide you through the process and make recommendations along the way!
Select the Right Wood Species
When you work with Baird Brothers for custom designs and millwork, you’re working with experts who help ensure you’re getting the right type of product – in more ways than one!
Every option is different. And if you’re not familiar with real wood products, it’s often difficult to even determine which wood species is which! Afterall, do you really know the difference between alder, cherry and poplar?
Experienced representatives can educate you on the benefits of certain species: their look, their durability, how the appearance changes with various stains, and even how they react to humidity.
We’re proud of the fact that our team is backed by over 60 years experience. We’re one of the best hardwood door manufacturers in the USA, and we’re not afraid to say it! When you couple our door designs with our ability to create virtually any hardwood product you can think of, it’s pretty much a one-two punch!
Assess Your Mouldings
We know, we know…this blog is supposed to be focused on interior doors. But, we can’t overlook the fact that if we talk about new doors we should talk about new mouldings, too! Door styles are created to match certain interior design styles, and if you’re updating your door style, you might also need to update your mouldings.
Already have a sketch of what you’re looking for? We can bring that vision to life with a 3D printed moulding sample. It’s a great way to know you’ll love the look before you buy.
Select Your Unique Elements
When it comes to custom hardwood door styles, the options are endless: solid wood, wood veneer, molded solid core doors, molded hollow core doors, hinges, stile and rail profiles, glass options, single doors, double doors, barn doors… the list goes on and on!
The good news is that the process doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Again, that’s where our team comes in (and saves the day). It’s just another thing that sets us apart and gives our customers a better experience.
*Before you give us a call, you can also check out this helpful guide on door specifications and terms.
How to Order Custom Doors
It all starts with a conversation. Unlike browsing through generic big box stores, with Baird Brothers, you work with a craftsman to get the details of your project down pat. After that, the process is simple:
- Receive your quote
- Approve your quote
- Review the design draft
- Request any desired revisions
- Go to production!
Making Your Home Your Own
From your door jambs to your crown moulding, you deserve a home that feels like your own – not one that feels like a generic retail showroom.
Whether you’re looking to match your home’s existing elements or are designing from the ground up, our team of experts makes sure that your project gets the one-on-one attention it deserves – and that you receive the highest quality product possible!
