A cherry entry door is a popular choice for homeowners, due to the material's wide availability. Cherry trees are mainly grown in eastern U.S. locations, such as New York and Pennsylvania. Cherry wood is very easy to work with, making it a great option for entry doors. Read on to learn more about important factors that contribute to the price of a cherry door.
General Prices of Cherry Doors
Because of cherry wood's widespread availability, especially in the Northeastern United States, a standard cherry door is fairly inexpensive. A cherry entry door typically costs anywhere from $375 to $500. With installation fees, your cherry door will generally cost anywhere from $300 to $800. A complete system with a prehung door in its frame, weatherstripping, hinges, locksets, and sidelights will add around $2000 to $4000 to your cherry door price.
Added Features for Cherry Entry Doors
There are various additions homeowners can choose to enhance their cherry entry door. If they are not already included in the package price, basic features such as a knocker, knob, and lock will cost around $300 to $400.
Glass additions for your cherry entry door come in many forms. The most popular glass additions are a transom (window panels above the door) and window panels on each side (also known as sidelights). These additions will generally add anywhere from $600 to $3,000 to your cherry door price.
Although cherry wood has a natural beauty, many homeowners decide to stain the material. If the cherry entry door is stained by the homeowners, staining materials cost around $40 to $60. However, if a contractor is needed to apply the finish, homeowners can expect to add around $100 to $250 to the final cherry door price.
Energy Efficiency and Tax Credits
Even though cherry wood is strong, a cherry entry door lacks the energy efficiency of a fiberglass or steel door. Depending on thickness, a cherry entry door generally boasts an R-value of R-1 to R-2. This number can be increased with an insulation core, which will add around $100 to $400 to your cherry door price.
Sustainably Sourced Cherry Doors
Despite the abundance of the material, many homeowners want to ensure their cherry door was manufactured with the environment in mind. Homeowners with these concerns can purchase a door certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) to ensure that the material was grown and harvested sustainably. FSC-certified wood does tend to be more expensive.
Summary: An Elegant, Sensible Choice
Those looking for a strong, inexpensive material will be highly satisfied with a cherry door. The wood is naturally beautiful and easy to stain, making it an excellent addition to any home. Get started today with HomeAdvancement's easy links to find contractors who can help you find the perfect cherry door to fit your budget.
