Wooden entry door: a custom exterior door made in Quebec

A wooden entry door instantly brings warmth, depth and character to a façade. Its natural texture, its grain and its many finishing options make it a natural choice for projects where craftsmanship and aesthetics matter equally.

At Isothermic, a door and window manufacturer founded in Quebec in 1982, every custom door is designed around the architectural style of your home, your tastes and your needs. Our advisors guide you free of charge, in store or by video call.

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The nobility of wood, from the first impression

Wood has a presence no other material quite reproduces. It creates a warm, welcoming entrance with a timeless presence, just as right on a contemporary home as on a classic or heritage residence. A well-proportioned wood front door becomes a defining element of the façade without upsetting its architectural balance.

Its visual richness also comes from natural variations and a wide choice of finishes: wood can take a stain that lets the grain show through, or a paint colour for a more contemporary look. This versatility lets you create a distinctive entrance that works with the materials, volumes and overall style of the property.

Appearance is only part of the decision. Energy performance, airtightness and installation quality matter just as much. To understand the criteria used in Canada, see Natural Resources Canada’s guidance on energy ratings for windows and doors.

Why choose a wood front door?

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Natural warmth and architectural presence

Wood gives the entrance depth through a living material and a distinctive look. Depending on the wood species, stain, finish and details you choose, the door can stay understated or make a statement while remaining consistent with the architecture of the house. It also works with existing windows and the other details of the façade.
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Local craftsmanship, designed for our reality

Designed and manufactured in Quebec, each wood exterior door we build relies on a local, premium craft focused on high-quality execution and durability. In a climate with wide temperature swings, the product has to be matched by rigorous door installation: that is what ensures a tight seal, a proper fit and long-lasting performance through the seasons.
That is why our doors are installed through our certified installer network, trained to the CSA A440 installation standard and on our products. Every unit ships pre-hung, ready for installation. SAV+, our after-sales program, then picks up, providing real support long after installation day.
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Custom by nature, durable by design

Wood offers a high degree of customization. Dimensions, width, proportions, species, finishes and architectural details can be adapted to a renovation, a new build or a façade makeover. The door is available in a range of wood species, including mahogany, white oak and walnut.
Add a transom or sidelites for a wider opening, and personalize handles, hinges and hardware, including satin nickel or brass finishes. Wrought iron hardware is also available, and every door still carries Isothermic’s lifetime warranty.

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Double doors, glass and custom door designs

Design choices matter as much as the wood itself, for traditional and modern entryways alike. Whether you want a traditional wood profile with divided lites or a custom modern flush panel, the following door types are available:

•Single doors, for a main or secondary entrance

•Two-leaf French doors with full-height glass, for a light-filled foyer

•Contemporary doors with clean lines and glass or stainless steel inserts

•Solid wood construction with a laminated core that limits warping

•Thermal glazing, with Low-E, argon, tempered or laminated options

•Applied or true divided lites, standard or custom

•Decorative glass inserts, standard or custom mouldings and geometric door heads, for a one-of-a-kind door design.

Still weighing materials for your exterior doors? Compare with our steel entry doors and aluminum doors, or browse all our Isothermic doors.

Exterior door maintenance and incentives

As a noble, living material, wood needs periodic care of its finish to keep its beauty against the weather. Maintenance is simple: twice a year, clean the frame and lubricate the mechanisms and hardware, and once a year, inspect the caulking, as recommended in our maintenance guide. An occasional refinish then keeps your outdoor entrance looking sharp.

For Quebec homeowners, replacing a door may also qualify for the Rénoclimat program, provided the new door is ENERGY STAR certified, installed in an existing opening and meets the other conditions in effect.

Why choose Isothermic for your exterior wood doors?

•A family-owned company founded in Quebec in 1982, now with more than 250 employees;

•A limited lifetime residential warranty;

•Certified installers trained to the CSA A440 standard;

•SAV+, a structured four-step after-sales service program;

•Recommended by CAA-Québec and Protégez-Vous;

•A network of stores where you can find your nearest Isothermic showroom and see samples in person.

To prepare your consultation, bring photos of your current door, the year your house was built and approximate measurements. If you choose our installation service, an Isothermic representative then takes the final measurements at your home.

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How much does a custom wood door cost?

The price of a wooden door depends on the species, size, glass, hardware and finish. Because each door is custom-made, Isothermic sets the cost in a free, no-obligation personalized quote.

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