A Door That Fits Your Project

Photograph the opening straight on and from both sides. Label every measurement as either rough opening or complete door unit. They are different measurements.

Elite iron doors are prehung; the unit dimensions include the frame and threshold. A 60 × 96 inch unit requires a rough opening of at least 61 × 96½ inches under our standard measuring guidance. Have your installer confirm the final fit.

Include wall depth, finished floor levels and any sidelight or transom in your notes. Ask your installer to check the opening for level, plumb and square.

Consider the door, sidelights and transom together. A wider opening can be divided between the moving doors and fixed glass; extra height can become a taller door or a transom above it.

Send a sketch showing which portions of the opening your dimensions cover. The drawing should make the total assembly size and each individual section clear.

Clear glass keeps a view open. Frosted or textured glass changes how much detail can be seen through the door. Think about the street view into your home as well as the view from inside.

Compare glass finishes in similar lighting whenever possible. A Low-E coating relates to heat transfer; it is a separate choice from texture and privacy. Ask which combinations are available for your selected door.

Use the window frames, exterior hardware and wall materials as your reference. Matte black creates a strong outline, while a warmer finish can sit more quietly alongside brick or stone.

Share a finish reference if the color needs to match another part of the project. Screen settings and lighting can change how a color appears in photographs; discuss a physical sample when a close match matters.

Mark the side you will approach from, the direction the door should open and any nearby wall or step. For a double door, identify the panel you expect to use most often.

Choose the handle and lock together with the door design. If you want to supply your own hardware, send the exact model and fitting instructions early so compatibility can be reviewed.

If ventilation is a priority, ask whether your chosen design has operable glass and a compatible screen. A screen is not an automatic option on every door.

Select the closest design on the website and review the available options. If the size or layout you need is not listed, send the product link with your measurements and a marked-up photo or sketch.

Check that the quote covers the configuration you want. Review the delivery address, selected options and current payment terms before proceeding. Use an email address you check regularly for drawing questions and updates.

We provide a CAD drawing for approval before production. Check the overall dimensions, frame depth, divisions, swing and hardware positions. Read the specification notes as carefully as the picture.

Request revisions before approving. Keep a copy of the final approved drawing with your project records.

Once the drawing is approved, your door moves into production. Reply promptly if our team needs to confirm a detail. Ask for the current production and delivery estimate for your order, especially if it needs to fit a construction schedule.

Check the route from the delivery point to the opening, including gates, steps and tight corners. Confirm the packed dimensions and weight, the delivery service included, and any unloading equipment needed for your shipment.

Arrange installation with a professional experienced in heavy iron doors. Keep the approved drawing available on site and confirm the opening is ready before the installation date.

Follow the current shipping instructions when receiving the door. Photograph the packaging and any visible damage, record concerns on the delivery paperwork and contact our team promptly if something needs attention.

Keep the order confirmation, approved drawing and delivery records together. Review the applicable shipping and warranty terms before arranging additional services.