Secrets of the Best Doors
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The content delves into the history and types of doors, starting with board and batten doors and their construction. It covers transitional doors and style and rail doors, highlighting their evolution. Historical styles like Georgian, Federal, and Victorian are examined. The impact of industrialization on door design is discussed, along with practical advice for building durable exterior doors, including joinery methods and strategies to prevent water damage.
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