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Ensemble® Single Entry Door
Featuring timeless style and exceptional performance, the Ensemble™ single entry door is perfect for front entries where space is at a premium—and is also great as a secondary door to a non-main entrance.
Have a bit more space? Consider adding a sidelight to your Ensemble™ entry door. Or, if you are looking for a light-filled, symmetrical aesthetic,an Ensemble™ entry door with dual sidelights is an excellent choice. Sidelights are sections of glass flanking the door. These sections can be full glass (direct-set) or a smaller section of glass positioned within its own panel (panel-set). Sidelights are like windows—depending on which type you choose, there’s a whole host of additional customizations, including grille patterns and clear, patterned, or art glass in numerous shapes and sizes to complement your preferred door panel. Regardless of the configuration, a sidelight is a great way to bring in more in light and add architectural charm to your home.
With five door families (solid panel, craftsman, special-, oval-, and full and partial-light panels), plus features like high-definition embossments and wood textures, you can design a gorgeous, custom door that delivers unrivaled, certified performance AND exceptional curb appeal. And you don’t need to limit yourself to your current door setup! Thanks to their customizable frame system, Ensemble™ entry doors can be designed to accommodate just about any configuration. All components fit into the frame seamlessly, regardless of size. Choose between left- or right-handed opening configuration. For additional security and peace of mind, upgrade to a multi-point mortise lock and hardware system.
Make your entrance grand.
Ensemble® Double Entry Door
If you want to make a statement with a truly grand entrance, double entry doors bring the wow factor. Whether you want to add a symmetrical focal point to your front entryway, bring in twice the light, create a warm welcome, or all of the above, an Ensemble® double entry door is a stunningly beautiful way to do it.
Choose a single active panel, with the operable door hinged at the center, on either side of the jambs, or go big with two operable panels (one active; one passive), which are hinged on the jambs creating an extra-large entrance when both are opened. Double doors with dual-active panels contain a passive panel lock to securely hold the passive panel in place should you choose to only open the first door.
With five door families (solid panel, craftsman, special-, oval-, and full and partial-light panels), plus features like high-definition embossments and wood textures, you can design a gorgeous, custom door that delivers unrivaled, certified performance AND exceptional curb appeal. And you don’t need to limit yourself to your current door setup!
Thanks to their customizable frame system, Ensemble® entry doors can be designed to accommodate just about any configuration. All components fit into the frame seamlessly, regardless of size. For additional security and peace of mind, upgrade to a multi-point mortise lock and hardware system.
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Why Choose an Ensemble Replacement Entry Door
FAQs About Ensemble Front Entry Doors
Want to know some of the differences between an entry door and other exterior doors? Maybe you'd like to investigate some of the options and customizations available for the different Ensemble Entry doors? If you've got questions, we've got answers... Check out some of our most frequently asked questions about our exclusive Ensemble ® entry door system.
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How do I know if I need to replace my entry door?
Is your entry door doing its job—keeping the elements out, helping keep your home secure, and enhancing curb appeal and looking great—or is it showing signs of wear and tear? Maybe it’s time to consider an upgrade that improves functionality, security, and style. Here are some signs to look out for if you are wondering if it's time for a replacement entry door.
Performance Issues: If your door is sticking, doesn’t operate smoothly, or no longer closes securely, those could be signs of wear and tear. Drafts, difficulty locking, or damaged weather seals are other signs that it's time for a replacement.
Aesthetic Concerns: An outdated entry door can detract from your home’s appearance. Whether it’s faded or simply doesn’t match your home’s design, a replacement could restore both beauty and and style.
Visible Damage: Look for visual signs of aging like rot, warping, or cracking around the frame. Damaged glass or worn-out weather seals can also point to the need for a new door.
Recognizing these signs early can save you from security concerns, higher energy bills, and future maintenance costs.
What materials are good for entry doors?
Common materials for an exterior entry door include wood, steel, and fiberglass. Wood has a natural elegance and can enhance a traditional style home. It does require regular maintenance, and can be expensive, however. Steel is a budget friendly option and is energy efficient, thanks in part to its core, which is often foam-filled. It is less prone to shrinking or warping or weather, and can be very secure. Steel does dent easily, so high traffic areas where looks are a concern may not be the first location. Fiberglass doors are a versatile option. They also typically have a foam-filled core and offer excellent energy efficiency. Low-maintenance and durable, they can be textured to look like wood, come in many colors, including paintable, and are less prone to dents than steel.
You should choose your entry door material based on energy efficiency, security concerns, and the style of your home.
What are Ensemble entry doors made of?
You should choose your entry door material based on energy efficiency, security concerns, and the style of your home.
Whether you’re looking for protection from the elements, durability or proven performance, Ensemble® entry doors feature the best of all worlds (in our humble opinion). The custom-built, continuous dual-composite (Fibrex® material and fiberglass) frame is low-maintenance, stable in all climates, and will not leak or rot. The composite door panel is made of scratch-resistant fiberglass, reinforced with a Laminated Veneered Lumber (LVL) skeleton for enhanced strength and stability. It will not rust, rot, or dent.* All panels feature full-perimeter composite edges that protect against water and insect damage, and are insulated with CFC-free foam.
What are the Ensemble entry door configurations?
The Ensemble® replacement entry door system comes in single and double panel configurations. The single panel door can be configured for left- or right-handed inward opening. Single panel doors can be just a single panel, or can have one or two sidelights. Sidelights can be direct-set or panel-set.
Double panel doors have two options. They can have a single operable panel (left or right) and one fixed panel, separated by a mullion. The operable panel can be hinged on the mullion or the jamb to open to the right or left, as you prefer.
Double doors can also have two hinged, operable panels. One panel is active (the door you open first) and the second is passive. In this case, the panels may only be hinged on the jambs.
Both single and double doors can take a transom window. A transom is a window above the door. Two transom options are available: A rectangular transom with a variety of glass options, including select art glass options. Or, one of 11 non-rectangular ("specialty") windows with one of our energy efficient glass options.
What are the five door panel families available?
The Ensemble™ entry doors program includes five distinct panel families and dozens of styles for all types of homes.
- Solid panel family-No glass; features high-definition panels or flush options.
- Full and partial light family-Glass that spans at least half the length and/or width of the panel. May also feature architectural embossments.
- Oval light family-Large, oval-shaped glass options.
- Craftsman light family-Arched, half-circle, or rectangular glass at top and distinctive, high-definition panels below.
- Specialty light family-One to seven smaller square or rectangular glass lights positioned throughout the door panel
Learn more about the panel family options, as well as the wide range of colors, textures, grilles, and glass choices on our Options page.
Are the Ensemble entry doors secure?
Yes! Ensemble entry doors also help make your home safer and more secure. They provide extra protection against forced entry, which can give you and your family peace of mind.
The dual-composite frames, reinforced panels, and hardware systems are engineered to deliver industry recognized forced-entry resistance* and some of the highest security grades achievable.**
Ensemble doors with a Mortise lock configuration feature:
- Stainless Steel Multi-Point Mortise Locking System
Latches the door in three places, for a secure, weather-resistant entry.
- Reinforced Composite Panel
Durable, Laminated Veneered Lumber (LVL)-reinforced fiberglass panel enhances strength and provides robust support for hinges and lock assemblies.
- Routed Hinge Pockets
Our exclusive, ball-bearing adjustable hinges fit securely into a deep route in the Laminated Veneered Lumber (LVL)-reinforced panel edge, providing a nested hinge leaf for lasting secure attachment.
- Strong Strike and Backer Plates
Hinges and extra-thick strike plates are attached to the entry door perimeter frame with steel backer plates and heavy-duty machine screws. The steel hardware plates allow for long screws to be driven through the door frame into the rough opening of the home for additional and enduring performance.
- Solid Wood Lock Block
A16-inch, solid-wood lock block supports and protects the stainless-steel lock cartridge and built-in deadbolt. The multi-point latch contains integral triggered-overthrow latch bolts that deeply engage the frame for added panel retention.
*When independently tested per AAMA 1304-18: Voluntary Specification for Determining Forced Entry Resistance of Side-Hinged Door Systems, all configurations with a deadbolt (cross-bore or mortise) achieve a pass rating.
**For residential entry doors when independently tested per ASTM F476: Standard Test Method for Security of Swinging Door Assemblies, cylinder body pull, cylinder pull and jamb spread tests achieve Grade 30, with all other referenced tests achieving Grade 40 when configured with a mortise locking assembly.
What kind of locks do your entry doors have?
We offer a variety of locking hardware options.
For your Ensemble entry door, you canchoose either a cross-bore locking system or a mortise lock system.
Cross-bore locks
Cross-bore, or cylindrical, locks are found in most U.S. homes. This affordably priced option features a single locking latch and optional deadbolt.
Mortise locks are our most secure locks, providing homes with a higher level of security than common cross-bore locks. Developed and widely used in Europe, in the US, they’re the lock of choice in commercial settings and are rapidly gaining popularity with homeowners.
Renewal by Andersen offers robust, German-engineered mortise locks for our Ensemble™ entry door systems. All feature a stainless steel cartridge with a built-in latch and lock bolt, which nests snugly in the edge of the door.
We offer both a single-point mortise lock and a multi-point.
The single-point mortise lock is a single cartridge crafted of durable stainless steel. It features one precision latch and one strong lock bolt.
The multi-point locking system is our most secure lock. This stainless steel multi-point locking system latches the door in three places and engages the frame deeper than a standard latch. The result: a more secure, more weather-resistant home entry.
When configured with this locking assembly, our entry doors achieve the highest level of security testing*—meaning they can help resist break-ins and intruders**—a level of protection and peace of mind few other entry doors provide.
Smart lock hardware
Smart lock hardware is available for both mortise and cross-bore locks.
For mortise locks, all smart hardware configurations feature a keyless touchscreen and multiple connectivity options.
Highlights include:
- One-touch locking. Simply tap keypad, no keys needed.
- Key free. No lost keys and no pick and bump break-ins.
- Battery back-up. Never lose power. The lock can be energized with a 9V battery.
- Remote access monitor. Lock and unlock your door from anywhere with optional Wi-Fi and Bluetooth hardware via the Yale Access App or Z-Wave compatible app.
Smart hardware configurations are available for both single and double cross-bore configurations.
Double cross-bore options act as a smart deadbolt and are installed alongside a standard option cross-bore knob.
Smart cross-bore lever sets and deadbolts are both available with a keyed cylinder, providing both smart and traditional entry options.
Of note, upgrades are only available through third party. Unlike mortise options, any upgrades desired for cross-bore hardware must be purchased and installed through a third party.
*When independently tested per AAMA 1304-18: Voluntary Specification for Determining Forced Entry Resistance of Side-Hinged Door Systems, all configurations with a deadbolt (cross-bore or mortise) achieve a pass rating.
**For residential entry doors when independently tested per ASTM F476: Standard Test Method for Security of Swinging Door Assemblies, cylinder body pull, cylinder pull and jamb spread tests achieve Grade 30, with all other referenced tests achieving Grade 40 when configured with a mortise locking assembly.
What's the difference between a cross-bore lock and a mortise lock?
What's the difference between cross-bore locks and mortise locks?
Cross-bore locks
Cross-bore, or cylindrical, locks are found in most U.S. homes. They’re easy to use, affordably priced and feature a single locking latch and optional deadbolt. The hardware operates through two cross-bored holes in the door panel:
1. The large hole drilled through the face of the panel to accept the handle mechanism.
2. The latch bore hole, drilled from the side of the door into the larger hole to allow the latch and deadbolts to engage the handle mechanism.
There are two types of cross-bore locking assemblies.
Single cross bore features only the door handle or knob and connects to a latch bolt that may or may not lock.
Double cross bore has two cross-bore fabrications. The first contains a door handle or knob that connects to a latch, while the second is for the deadbolt lock.
Mortise locks are our most secure locks, providing homes with a higher level of security than common cross-bore locks. Renowned for their durability and security, mortise locks were developed by craftsmen in Europe and are widely used there today. In the US, they’re the lock of choice in commercial settings and are rapidly gaining popularity with homeowners.
We offer both a single-point mortise lock and a multi-point.
The single-point mortise lock is a single cartridge crafted of durable stainless steel. It features one precision latch and one strong lock bolt.
The multi-point locking system is the more secure lock. This stainless steel multi-point locking system latches the door in three places and engages the frame deeper than a standard latch.
What is a mullion?
A door mullion is the "bar" where two parts of the door system are joined together. You can have an integral mullion between a sidelight and the door panel, for example. In a double door with a single active panel, the wo doors are in a single frame separated by an integral mullion. In all of the above examples, the door can be hinged on the mullion or hinged opposite it on the frame.
What is a sidelight?
A sidelight is a section of glass flanking the door. These sections can be full glass (direct-set) or a smaller section of glass positioned within its own panel (panel-set).
Sidelights are like windows—depending on which type you choose, there’s a whole host of additional customizations, including grille patterns and clear, patterned, or art glass in numerous shapes and sizes to complement your preferred door panel.
What is a transom?
Both single and double doors can take a transom window. A transom is a window above the door. Two transom options are available: A rectangular transom with a variety of glass options, including select art glass options. Or, one of 11 non-rectangular ("specialty") windows with one of our energy efficient glass options.
Are there different glass options for Ensemble entry doors?
Yes! You can work with your Design Consultant to decide which type of high-performance glass option is right for your home and climate zone.
Options include:
For even greater energy performance, triple-pane glass is available in these options:
Additional options may be available; ask your Design Consultant for more information on choosing triple pane.
Visit the Glass Options page to learn more about each of the different types of glass available.
Are your front entry doors energy efficient?
Just like when we talk about windows and patio doors, when we talk about the energy efficiency of front entry doors, we have to consider the whole picture—from the frame to the glass to the installation.
Our Ensemble® entry doors' excellent insulating properties, weathertight seals, and a patented Andersen driven-rain-management sill system earn our single-panel entry doors Performance Grade (PG) and NFRC certifications. The panels are also foam-filled to maximize the energy performance.
Plus, our entry doors offer a wide variety of glass options to suit most every climate zone, including dual- and triple-pane options, and numerous coating types for cold climates, warm sunny climates, and everything in between. Learn more about the benefits of our available glass options here.
And of course, installation is paramount. The best windows and doors will do you a disservice if they are not installed correctly and professionally. Improperly installed product can lead to damage of your home and door, as well as gaps, air infiltration, and more. At Renewal by Andersen, we know the right way to install every product we sell, in every part of the country and within a wide variety of unique home construction styles—and of course we warrant our products AND our installation.
ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. See website for specific configuration details.
How long does it take to replace an entry door?
The time your job takes varies depending on the number of windows and doors, the size of your crew, and the complexity of your structure — and a large majority of our replacement jobs are completed in as little as one day!
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Colors
A color for every home.
From mild to wild, light to dark, to paintable, stainable, or pre-finished woods, our Ensemble® entry doors have you covered, no matter what your preferred aesthetic. Check out a sampling of colors!*
*Available colors, finishes, and woods depend on product selected.
Hardware
What are your design options?
Renewal by Andersen offers an extensive selection of hardware, so it’s easy to equip and accessorize your Ensemble® entry doors exactly the way you want.
Options include mortise hardware, featuring a multi-point locking system, and cross-bore hardware featuring many handle/knob options with deadbolts to match, as well as smart hardware options for both.
Glass
A clear choice.
Grilles
Transform your look.
Whether you want to match your home’s current architecture, change up its look and style of your home, or complete a historically accurate home renovation project, there is a grille pattern for your Ensemble™ entry door.
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