Here at Kestrel we make our custom sized interior doors and closet doors in three standard thicknesses; 1.1/4″, 1.3/8″ and 1.3/4″. Since we build all of our doors from solid wood using pegged, mortise and tenon joinery, the doors will be very sturdy regardless of the thickness. However, a thicker door will have added stability …
Interior Doors: A Rough Opening vs. A Finished Opening
When ordering new interior doors having the correct measurements is very important. Just as important is to also let us know the type of opening. The type of opening can be either “Rough” or “Finished”. What is a Rough Opening? A rough opening is where the wall studs are exposed along the edge of the …
Exterior Shutters with Overlap Rabbetting
Overlap rabbeting on exterior shutters is a groove along the vertical edge that allows one shutter to overlap the shutter next to it.
Hardware Options for Sliding Closet Doors
Interior doors of any style can be mounted as a sliding closet doors; all that it takes is the correct type of sliding door hardware! However, there are a few options that you need to consider when it comes to the hardware: How do you plan to use your Sliding Closet Doors? Before we look …
On The Porch with Kestrel Exterior Shutters
Summertime and a porch go hand in hand. It’s that inviting outdoor sheltered area to relax for a moment, recline and rest our feet, and maybe even watch a casual passerby. It is also a place to read in the best lighting, gather with friends and family for refreshments such as lemonade and even just …
Fixed Louvered Exterior Shutters Give The Illusion of Windows
Even though our exterior shutters are made to be authentic and fully functional there are times when they are installed for decoration. Most decorative shutters are mounted to either side of a window, often using real shutter hardware give the look of truly functional exterior shutters. But what do you do when you have no …