{"id":18443,"date":"2026-06-01T18:35:27","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T13:05:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/?p=18443"},"modified":"2026-06-01T18:35:31","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T13:05:31","slug":"custom-storm-doors-historic-nonstandard-entryways","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/doors\/custom-storm-doors-historic-nonstandard-entryways.html","title":{"rendered":"Best Custom Storm Doors for Non-Standard and Historic Entryways"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your home is unique. Your front door shouldn&#8217;t be forced into a mass-produced <strong>aluminum frame built<\/strong> for standard suburban rough openings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Historic homes, custom builds, and even older houses that have settled over a century often have entryways that don&#8217;t match modern dimensions. Door openings can be 30 inches wide, 39 inches wide, or completely irregular. Arched tops, transoms, sidelights, and non-rectangular shapes add complexity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Standard storm doors won&#8217;t fit. And forcing them to fit means cutting trim, shimming unevenly, and ending up with an air\u2011leaking, awkward\u2011looking mess.<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Custom storm doors solve this. Fabricated to the exact fraction of an inch, they preserve architectural character while delivering modern protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide covers when you need a custom door, how the ordering process works, which materials handle odd shapes best, and what to expect for cost and lead time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When Standard Storm Doors Won&#8217;t Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You need a custom storm door if any of these apply:<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Non\u2011standard width:<\/strong> Rough opening under 31 inches or over 37 inches (most standard doors fit 31.5\u201337.5 inches)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Non\u2011standard height:<\/strong> Under 78 inches or over 83 inches (standard is 80\u201382 inches)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Arched or curved top:<\/strong> The door header is not straight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Uneven jambs:<\/strong> The opening is out of square by more than 1\/4 inch (older homes settle)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Historic preservation requirements:<\/strong> You must match existing trim profiles or avoid modern appearance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sidelights or transoms:<\/strong> You need a custom configuration that covers only the door, not the glass beside it<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unusual threshold height:<\/strong> The door sits significantly above or below the exterior floor level<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you tried to install a standard storm door and the fitter said &#8220;we&#8217;ll need to build out the frame&#8221; or &#8220;we&#8217;ll have to cut the brick mold&#8221;\u2014that&#8217;s a sign you should go custom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a baseline understanding of storm door functions that apply even to custom builds, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/doors\/what-do-storm-doors-do-for-home.html\"><strong>what do storm doors do for a home guide<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Historic Homes: Special Considerations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Historic homes present two challenges: preserving character and dealing with settled, non\u2011square openings.<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Preserving character:<\/strong> A chunky, high\u2011gloss, full\u2011view storm door looks wrong on a Victorian or Craftsman. Custom fabricators can match:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Trim profiles<\/strong> to existing window and door casings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Divided light patterns<\/strong> (mullions or grilles) that echo the primary door<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Period\u2011appropriate hardware<\/strong> (escutcheons, rim locks, wrought\u2011iron style handles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Finish colors<\/strong> to match existing paint or stained wood<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dealing with settlement:<\/strong> A 100\u2011year\u2011old house has moved. The door opening is rarely perfectly rectangular. A custom door is measured on\u2011site, then fabricated to the actual shape\u2014including slight trapezoidal adjustments. Some custom shops will even template the opening (trace the exact shape onto cardboard) before manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Material choice:<\/strong> Extruded aluminum is preferred for historic homes because it can be powder\u2011coated to any color (including historically accurate shades) and formed into complex profiles without the weight or rust of steel. Wood\u2011core doors rot; aluminum doesn&#8217;t.<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For finish options that suit historic homes, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/magazine\/powder-coating-vs-anodizing.html\"><strong>powder coating vs. anodizing guide<\/strong><\/a>. Anodized finishes look industrial; powder\u2011coated matte or satin finishes match painted wood better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Custom Sizing: What You Need to Measure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you order a custom storm door, you must provide accurate measurements. Errors are expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tools needed:<\/strong> Tape measure, level, pencil, paper. For complex shapes, cardboard templates.<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step\u2011by\u2011step:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Width at top, middle, and bottom<\/strong> \u2013 Measure inside the existing door frame (jamb to jamb). Use the smallest of the three as your nominal width.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Height at left and right<\/strong> \u2013 From the top of the threshold to the underside of the header. Use the smaller measurement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Diagonal corner\u2011to\u2011corner<\/strong> \u2013 Measure both diagonals. If they differ by more than 1\/4 inch, your frame is out of square. Note the difference for the fabricator.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Threshold depth and angle<\/strong> \u2013 How far does the threshold project? Is it sloped?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Handle clearance<\/strong> \u2013 Distance from the primary door handle to the storm door frame when the main door opens. For outswing doors, this is critical.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many custom fabricators will send a technician to measure for an additional fee ($100\u2013150). For historic homes or very irregular openings, this is money well spent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For mobile home owners with odd sizes, some of the same principles apply\u2014see our <a href=\"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/doors\/best-storm-doors-for-mobile-homes.html\"><strong>storm doors for mobile homes guide<\/strong><\/a> for sizing tips.<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arched and Curved Tops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An arched entry is beautiful. It&#8217;s also a nightmare for standard rectangular storm doors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Custom arched storm doors are fabricated in two ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>True arched frame<\/strong> \u2013 The aluminum extrusion is bent to match the curve. Requires specialized equipment. More expensive but perfect fit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rectangular door with arched insert<\/strong> \u2013 The outer frame is rectangular; the glass panel is cut in an arch shape, with the gap filled by aluminum or wood filler. Less expensive but slightly less elegant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What to ask a custom fabricator:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Can you bend extruded aluminum to my specific radius?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What is the minimum radius you can achieve? (Some shops won&#8217;t bend below 12 inches)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you offer segmented (facetted) arches as a lower\u2011cost alternative?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For true historic accuracy (e.g., a Gothic Revival pointed arch or a Roman semicircle), expect to pay a premium. A good custom shop will create a wood pattern and bend aluminum around it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Materials for Custom Storm Doors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Material<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Pros<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Cons<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Extruded aluminum<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Lightweight, rust\u2011proof, any color, complex shapes possible<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Higher cost<\/td><td>Most custom applications<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Steel<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Very strong, traditional appearance<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Heavy, rusts, hard to bend precisely<\/td><td>Security\u2011focused historic? Not recommended<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Wood core<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Matches historic trim perfectly<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Rot, maintenance, warping<\/td><td>Preservation projects with budget for annual painting<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Fiberglass<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Moldable, paintable<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Less rigid, can yellow in sun<\/td><td>Moderate\u2011cost custom shapes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Aluminum is the best choice for 95% of custom storm doors.<\/strong> It accepts powder coating in any RAL color, won&#8217;t rot or rust, and can be extruded or bent into almost any profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For coastal historic homes (Charleston, Savannah, Cape Cod), specify anodized aluminum rather than powder\u2011coated. Anodizing resists salt corrosion and won&#8217;t peel if scratched.<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ordering Process and Lead Times<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Typical custom storm door workflow:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Measure or template<\/strong> (1\u20132 hours on\u2011site)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shop drawing approval<\/strong> (1\u20132 weeks) \u2013 The fabricator sends a dimensioned drawing. Review carefully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fabrication<\/strong> (2\u20136 weeks) \u2013 Depends on complexity and shop backlog.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shipping<\/strong> (1\u20132 weeks) \u2013 Custom doors are often shipped by freight due to odd sizes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Installation<\/strong> (2\u20134 hours) \u2013 Professional recommended.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Total timeline:<\/strong> 4\u201310 weeks from initial contact to installed door. Plan ahead\u2014don&#8217;t order in October for winter installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost range:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Complexity<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Price Range (door only)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Simple rectangle, standard dimensions (but not carried in stock)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$500\u2013800<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Non\u2011standard width\/height (e.g., 30&#8243; wide, 78&#8243; tall)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$600\u20131,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Out\u2011of\u2011square jamb accommodation<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$700\u20131,200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Arched top (true bent aluminum)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$1,200\u20132,500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Full historic reproduction (custom trim profiles, divided lights, period hardware)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$2,000\u20134,000+<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Compare to a premium standard storm door at $350\u2013600. Custom costs more, but it&#8217;s the only option for many homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a baseline reference on premium standard doors, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/doors\/best-aluminum-storm-doors-buyers-guide.html\"><strong>best aluminum storm doors for front entrances buyer&#8217;s guide<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Installation Tips for Non\u2011Standard Openings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even a custom door needs careful installation when the opening is irregular.<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use composite shims<\/strong> \u2013 Not wood (which compresses and rots). Shim behind the hinge jamb to bring it plumb.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t force square<\/strong> \u2013 If your opening is trapezoidal, the door should be trapezoidal too. Forcing a rectangular door into a parallelogram cracks the glass.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spray foam<\/strong> \u2013 Use minimal\u2011expanding foam (window and door formula) to fill gaps between the storm door frame and the rough opening. Standard foam can bow the frame.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drip cap must overhang<\/strong> \u2013 On historic homes without overhangs, a wide drip cap (4\u20136 inches) is essential.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the primary door itself is historic and irreplaceable, consider a storm door that mounts with minimal screws into the brick mold (rather than through it). Some custom shops offer bracket\u2011mount systems that avoid drilling into antique wood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Finding a Custom Storm Door Fabricator<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What to look for:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Specializes in extruded aluminum fabrication (not just reselling standard sizes)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offers on\u2011site measuring or templating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provides shop drawings for approval<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has experience with historic homes (ask for references or photos)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uses 6063\u2011T5 aluminum and powder\u2011coating or anodizing in\u2011house<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>National custom fabricators to research:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pinkys<\/strong> (historic reproduction storm doors)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rustica Hardware<\/strong> (custom sizes, modern styles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Custom Storm Doors by Design<\/strong> (specializes in odd dimensions)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always get a written quote that includes shop drawing approval, shipping terms, and warranty (minimum 1 year on fabrication, 5\u201310 years on finish).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>The Bottom Line<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A custom storm door is an investment\u2014in both protection and architectural integrity. For historic homes, it&#8217;s the only way to add a storm door without ruining the character. For non\u2011standard openings, it&#8217;s the only way to get a proper fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Your checklist for ordering custom:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Measure the opening in six places (top\/middle\/bottom width; left\/center\/right height)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check for out\u2011of\u2011square (compare diagonals)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decide on arched or rectangular<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose extruded aluminum with powder\u2011coated or anodized finish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request shop drawings and approve carefully<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Budget 4\u201310 weeks lead time and $600\u20132,500+<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hire professional installation for irregular jambs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skip the frustration of forcing a standard door into an opening it was never designed for. One custom door, built correctly, will last 25+ years and look like it belongs from day one.<\/p><script>document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\",function(){\n        if(window.innerWidth <= 768){\n            if (\"immediate\" === \"delay\") {\n                setTimeout(function(){document.querySelectorAll(\".pai-ad\").forEach(el=>el.style.visibility=\"visible\")},0);\n            } else if (\"immediate\" === \"scroll\") {\n                window.addEventListener(\"scroll\",function(){\n                    let s=window.scrollY\/(document.body.scrollHeight-window.innerHeight);\n                    if(s>0.1){\n                        document.querySelectorAll(\".pai-ad\").forEach(el=>el.style.visibility=\"visible\");\n                    }\n                });\n            } else {\n                document.querySelectorAll(\".pai-ad\").forEach(el=>el.style.visibility=\"visible\");\n            }\n        } else {\n            document.querySelectorAll(\".pai-ad\").forEach(el=>el.remove());\n        }\n    });<\/script>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your home is unique. Your front door shouldn&#8217;t be forced into a mass-produced aluminum frame built for standard suburban rough openings. Historic homes, custom builds, and even older houses that have settled over a century often have entryways that don&#8217;t match modern dimensions. Door openings can be 30 inches wide, 39 inches wide, or completely &#8230; <a title=\"Best Custom Storm Doors for Non-Standard and Historic Entryways\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/doors\/custom-storm-doors-historic-nonstandard-entryways.html\" aria-label=\"Read more about Best Custom Storm Doors for Non-Standard and Historic Entryways\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":18444,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[46],"tags":[4165],"class_list":["post-18443","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-doors","tag-storm-doors"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18443","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=18443"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18443\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":18445,"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18443\/revisions\/18445"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/18444"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=18443"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=18443"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=18443"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}