Pella Choices

There are many different types of doors that Pella specializes in: patio doors, entry doors, storm doors & other unique doors.

Architect Series®

Pella® Architect Series® Doors beautifully reflect your unique style. Perfectly enhance your lifestyle. And maximize your view of the world. If you can dream it, Pella’s Architect Series collection offers you the creative feedom to bring it to life. Their distinctive, fine-detailing makes Architect Series Doors right at home with the classic style of yesterday or today’s contemporary design. Yet another reason to choose them is Pella’s patented Integral Light Technology® grilles that combine the look of true divided light with superior energy efficiency. Whatever you envision your home to be, Pella makes it possible with exquisite Architect Series Doors.

Designer Series®

Pella® Designer Series Patio Doors feature our exclusive snap-in between-the-glass blinds, fabric shades, decorative panels and removable grilles that are easy to change. So, as your life or décor changes, virtually endless color, fabric and style choices allow your Pella Designer Series Doors to change with you. What’s more, you’ll enjoy a safer, cleaner and healthier home without the work.

ProLine®

Basic Done Beautifully®. It's a shame to think of these doors as basic. Our ProLine Doors offer more quality and beauty than most other brands.

So what makes them so affordable? We keep this product offering simple to maximize your value. You can still choose from a variety of standard sizes and six exterior colors. And, of course, you'll get solid-wood construction with features like prefinished interior. What's basic about that?

More Door Information

• Wood flush door is flat on both sides and can be either a solid core or a hollow-core. The solid-core flush (interior or exterior) door is made of wood blocks or composition material formed into a solid piece. The hollow-core flush (interior) door is a veneered plywood surface attached to wood cross braces or cardboard strips.
  
• Metal flush door is a metal clad door, usually used for the exterior, it consists of a steel faced panel with an insulated core. A thermal-break is usually installed between the door and interior steel frame to prevent condensation. These doors are popular, especially as main entry doors to the residence and as the fire separator door from the attached garage to the living space.

1. Head
   The main horizontal member forming the top of the window or door frame.
   
2. Jamb
   The main vertical members forming the sides of a window or door frame.
   
3. Frame
   The combination of head, jambs and sill to form a precise opening in which a window sash or door panel fits.
   
4. Glazing
   The process of applying or installing glass into a window sash or door panel. Also refers to the type of glass used in the process.
   
5. Pane
   A framed sheet of glass within a window or door frame.
   
6. Sash
   A single assembly of stiles and rails made into a frame for holding glass.
   
7. Sill
   The main horizontal member forming the bottom of the frame of a window or door.
   
8. Muntin Bar
   Any small bar that divides window or door glass. Also called a grille or windowpane divider.

Pella Patio Doors - Viewed To Be the Best!

After all, it's not just home improvement - it's life improvement.

Choosing a Style: Select the window and door styles that best fit your project needs using this helpful guide.

French Hinged Patio Doors

A classic look. Often used as an entryway from a patio or deck. Out-swing hinged doors are a good option if interior wall space is limited—and they also perform better in high-wind environments because the wind simply presses the operable panel(s) tightly against the jamb. The harder the wind blows, the tighter the seal.

Sliding Patio Doors

Require much less space than a hinged door. Sliding doors are available in French style with wide wood door panels for a traditional look, or in a contemporary style with narrow door panels and more visible glass area for a clean, contemporary look.

Interchangeable Storm Doors

Feature a full glass panel that can be switched out for a full screen—excellent for seasonal ventilation changes. Also called a “fullview” style, these doors provide maximum light and showcase your entry door.

Pella One-Touch®
Storm Doors Collection

Easy to operate with just one finger. A full screen and two moving glass panels allow for infinite ventilation options. Glass panels glide easily to any position and stay in position – so they are safer for children.

Pella Rolscreen®
Storm Doors Collection

Pella® Rolscreen® storm doors provide all the beauty you want and ventilation you need in one neat, complete package. Our operating system includes a conveniently concealed screen. Gently pull it down to any position for the ideal ventilation. Lift it up and it glides out of sight. A refreshing breeze, clear view or both. With a Rolscreen retractable screen, it’s up to you.

Self-Storing Storm Doors

Screen and glass both stay in the door year round. Glass panel is raised for airflow for instant ventilation changes. Pella® self-storing storm doors are available in fullview styles for maximum views, midview styles with more frame area for added durability and highview styles that offer the most privacy and are great for high-traffic entryways.