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Entries & exterior doors

An arrival that belongs to the architecture, with the full assembly considered.

AI-generated renovated entry study with a navy door, painted casing and warm metal hardware
AI-generated planning concept. Not a completed Abel project or product specification.

Scope and approach

Design the point of arrival

Bring the elevation and intended material, panel and glass direction. Compare the entry’s scale with sidelights, transoms and the surrounding facade before settling the configuration.

Confirm the complete opening

Exposure, overhang, wall depth, threshold conditions and operation affect the assembly. Exact manufacturer documentation controls any performance or warranty requirement.

  • Frame, sill and weather-seal scope
  • Locking function, handing and preparation
  • Finish responsibility and surrounding work

What to bring.

  • What are the elevation and rough-opening conditions?
  • How exposed is the opening to sun and weather?
  • Which glass, security and finish requirements apply?
From review to agreed work

Plan the scope.

Review the elevation

Set the design direction and separate the main entry from secondary exterior openings.

Confirm the unit

Resolve material, dimensions, operation, frame, threshold and hardware against project requirements.

Plan the handoff

Agree approvals, lead-time confirmation, access and any project-defined installation and finishing work.

Questions, answered

Before the next step.

Can we start with an entry we like?

Yes. Bring the reference and your elevation. We’ll help develop the actual assembly, material, glass and hardware direction, then confirm dimensions and preparation for approval.

Are ratings and warranties the same across entries?

They depend on the manufacturer, product, configuration and installation conditions. Applicable documentation is confirmed for the selected unit.