Front Door Glass Replacement in Denver: Insert or New Door?
/Quick answer: For front door glass replacement in Denver, you can add or replace a decorative glass insert in the door you already have, or buy a new door. An insert keeps your existing door, is typically installed in just over an hour and costs a fraction of a new decorative glass front door. The Glass Master, Steve Downing's studio in Thornton, CO, offers custom door conversions across the Denver metro; call (303) 457-1886.
Why Homeowners Consider Front Door Glass Replacement in Denver
People call because the door is solid and the entry feels dark, the glass is dated or damaged, they want more privacy, or they want a better first impression. The real question is whether you need a new door or just new glass.
Option 1: A Decorative Door Glass Insert
A front door conversion adds a glass insert to your current door. If the door is solid, an opening is cut and the insert is installed with a frame that seals it into the door. If it already has glass, the old insert can be swapped out to replace the glass in your front door.
- You keep your door if it's solid and in good shape.
- Less disruption: typically installed in just over an hour.
- Cost: a fraction of the cost of a new decorative glass front door.
- Options: beveled, triple-glazed, wrought iron and custom stained glass.
Option 2: A New Front Door
A new door makes sense if yours is warped, rotting or doesn't close properly. It's a bigger project, often involving the frame and trim, and you may be choosing from a manufacturer's stock glass rather than a design made for your home.
Door Insert Styles
Beveled Glass
Clear beveled designs sparkle in the sun and add privacy.
Triple-Glazed Inserts
Decorative glass between protective layers, a practical choice for doors facing Colorado weather.
Wrought Iron
Ironwork over glass for a bold, Old World look. See the wrought iron page.
Custom Stained Glass
Color, florals, geometrics or something personal, designed with you.
The Door Conversion Process
- Free consultation about your door, style and goals.
- Design: choose size, shape and glass. Going a little larger is often worth it.
- Installation into your existing door, typically in just over an hour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you add glass to a solid front door?
Yes. A door conversion cuts an opening in your existing door and installs a sealed glass insert.
How long does a door insert take to install?
An insert is typically installed in just over an hour.
Will a glass insert make my door less private?
Not with the right glass. Beveled, textured and stained glass let light in while blocking a clear view.
Brighten Your Front Door
About The Glass Master: The Glass Master is a custom stained glass studio owned by Steve Downing in Thornton, Colorado, serving Denver and the north metro, including Westminster, Northglenn, Broomfield, Arvada and Brighton. Phone: (303) 457-1886.
Call Steve at (303) 457-1886, 7am to 5pm daily, or send a message. Learn more on the door conversion page and browse the doors gallery.
