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Rior Doors

panel doors provide exactly that- attention to detail. definition of space, and a variety of panel designs, finishes and sizes to match any home decor."

Association of Home Builders found that optional features were added to three-fourths of all new homes, and all of these upgrades occurred between the time the contract was signed and closing. For homes in the median price range, the price at settlement was nearly 5Vo higher than at the time of sale. This was consistent across the country for homes below $500.000. For more expensive homes, the increase was 9Vo.

Raised panel doors

offer the look of fine craftsmanship while allowing builders to customize a home's interior.

With consumers displaying their preference for smooth. tall (8 ft.) and solid core doors, builders are offering these options knowing that the result is higher profits.

For existing homes, raised panel doors are often used to economically replace wood doors inside vintage homes, or flush doors in homes built during the 1950s, 1960s and beyond. In fact, replacing every interior passage door with a new hollow core door costs less than a new chair and ottoman. Replacing every one with a solid core door costs less than a new sofa.

In remodeling jobs, homeowners often keep the existing frame and simply replace the doors themselves. For a fresh new look, they can purchase a pre-hung door and replace the frame.

"Home buyers want a house that reflects their personal style. They're looking for fine details, individual expressions, and ways to make their home stand out," said interior designer Sharon Hanby-Robie. "Raised

Because of their architectural styling and affordability, raised panel model interior doors are a popular choice among homeowners today, representing nearly 60Vo of total interior door sales. With low mortgage interest rates spurring new housing starts, the growth of raised panel interior doors has outpaced the total door category in recent years.

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