Black Friday Guide to Buying Doors

A new interior door or exterior door can change the way a home looks and feels more than most people expect, and Black Friday is a great opportunity to get it done for less. The homeowners who get the most out of seasonal sales are the ones who show up prepared.

Here's how to plan your door purchase before Black Friday so you're ready to buy with confidence when the time comes.

Plan Your Door Purchase Before Black Friday

The best Black Friday door purchases start before the sale does. A little preparation means you can move quickly and confidently when a deal goes live. Before you shop, work through these basics:

• Measure every opening you're planning to fill
• Decide whether you need interior doors, exterior doors, or both
• Choose the style, finish, and panel configuration you want
• Determine whether you need hardware separately
• Set a total project budget that includes shipping and any installation costs

According to the FTC's online shopping guide, comparing the full cost of a purchase rather than just the advertised discount is one of the most important steps in getting a genuinely good deal online.

Interior Doors vs. Exterior Doors

Before choosing a style, confirm which type of door the project calls for. Interior and exterior doors are built differently and serve different functions.

Interior Doors

Interior doors separate rooms, provide privacy, manage sound, and contribute to the overall look of the home. According to This Old House's guide on how to replace an interior door, choosing the right door for the room is as important as the door itself.

The right interior door depends on the room's use, how much privacy or natural light is needed, how much floor space is available, and the finish that works with the surrounding space.

Explore our full range of interior doors to compare styles, configurations, and finishes.

Exterior Doors and Front Doors

Exterior and front doors face weather, require better insulation, and need to meet higher security standards than interior doors. Key considerations include weather exposure, glass selection, security hardware, finish durability, energy efficiency, and curb appeal.

According to ENERGY STAR's windows and doors resource, energy-efficient exterior doors can reduce drafts and improve home comfort. See our exterior doors to see available front door and exterior options.

Door Styles to Consider on Black Friday

Once you've decided on interior or exterior, the next step is choosing the right style. Here's a quick overview of the most popular options.

French Doors for Light and Connection

French doors use glass panels to let natural light pass between rooms while still defining the space. They work well for home offices, dining rooms, and living room transitions, and are available as single or paired double-door configurations.

Explore our French doors collection including the 15 Lite French Door in clear pine.

Shaker Doors for a Coordinated Interior

Shaker doors have a clean recessed panel design that works across a wide range of home styles, from modern and transitional to farmhouse and Craftsman. A versatile choice for bedrooms, bathrooms, offices, and closets.

Shop our Shaker style doors including the 2 Panel Shaker Door (Primed).

Raised Panel Doors for Traditional Detail

Raised panel doors have a more traditional look with panel depth and decorative detailing. Available in 2-panel, 4-panel, and 6-panel designs depending on how much visual structure the space calls for.

View our raised panel doors collection including the 6 Panel Raised Double Hip Pine Door. Check the selected size carefully because the panel layout can vary on narrower versions. 

Louvered Doors Where Airflow Matters

Louvered doors allow airflow through the slats, which makes them a practical choice for closets, laundry rooms, pantries, and utility areas where ventilation matters alongside appearance.

See our louvered doors collection including the 2 Plantation Louver Panel Door (Primed). For an appliance enclosure, confirm the required ventilation before choosing a door.

Barn Doors for a Sliding Design Feature

Barn doors slide along a wall-mounted track instead of swinging open, which makes them a strong fit for spaces where floor clearance is limited. The exposed track and hardware are part of the look. Keep in mind that the adjacent wall needs enough clear space for the door to slide fully open.

Shop our barn doors collection including the Z-Brace Knotty Pine Barn Door, and pair with our barn door hardware for a complete install. Before ordering, confirm the track, guide, mounting, and clearance requirements for the selected door and hardware. 

Choose the Right Door Configuration

Style describes how a door looks. Configuration describes how it works within the opening. Compare the options before deciding which interior doors belong on your shopping list.

Single Doors

Single doors use one door panel and are a common choice for bedrooms, bathrooms, offices, and hallways. Check the opening dimensions and available swing space before ordering.

Browse our single doors to compare panel and glass designs.

Double Doors

Double doors use two door panels in a wider opening. A good fit for home offices, dining rooms, larger closets, and spaces where a more open entry makes a difference.

Explore our double doors and confirm the sizing and configuration for the complete opening before purchasing. 

Bi-Fold Doors

Bi-fold doors fold in on themselves, which makes them a space-saving option for closets, pantries, and laundry rooms where a swinging door would be inconvenient.

View our bi-fold doors collection including the Single Panel Shaker Style Bifold Door (Primed).

Measure Before You Buy

Getting the measurements right before ordering is the most important step in any door purchase. Follow these steps in order:

1. Measure the door width at the top, middle, and bottom and use the widest measurement
2. Measure the door height on both sides and use the tallest measurement
3. Check the door thickness: 1-3/8" is standard for interior doors, 1-3/4" for exterior
4. Measure the rough opening if no door is currently installed: add at least 2 inches to the door dimensions
5. Determine the swing direction before ordering
6. Check the jamb depth if ordering a prehung door
7. Verify all measurements against the specific product page before placing your order

For more guidance, This Old House's guide on how to replace an interior door and the Lowe's exterior door buying guide both cover measuring in detail.

How to Tell if a Black Friday Door Deal Is Worth It

Not every sale represents real savings. Before buying, confirm that the deal holds up when you factor in everything involved.

• Door size: confirm the dimensions match your opening before anything else
• Material and construction: confirm whether the door is solid core or hollow core, as this affects sound, feel, and durability
• Finish: primed doors need painting, clear doors need staining or sealing
• Glass: if the door includes glass, confirm the type and insulation rating
• Hardware: most door slabs don't include handles, hinges, or locks
• Shipping costs: door shipping can be significant and may not be included in the advertised price
• Delivery time: confirm the estimated delivery window before ordering
• Return policy: know the return terms before committing to a large purchase
• Total project cost: add the door price, shipping, hardware, and any installation costs before comparing to the discount

Don't Forget the Hardware

A door without hardware is just a slab. Most of our doors are sold without handles, hinges, or locks, so factor hardware into the budget and ordering plan.

• Hinges: standard interior doors typically use 3-1/2" hinges; heavy or tall doors may need 4" hinges
• Knobs and levers: choose a finish that coordinates with other hardware in the space
• Handlesets and deadbolts: required for exterior and front doors
• Barn door tracks and rollers: barn doors require a separate hardware kit for a complete install
• Bi-fold hardware: bi-fold doors require a track and pivot hardware for proper operation
• Door stops: prevent doors from swinging into walls

Shop our hardware collection to find hinges, knobs, levers, handlesets, and barn door hardware.

Shop Interior and Exterior Doors

Door to Door carries a wide range of interior doors and exterior doors in styles from Shaker and French to raised panel, louvered, and barn. All doors are built from solid engineered pine or knotty pine and are available in clear unfinished and primed finishes.

Explore our full door collection or shop our hardware and accessories to plan a complete project before Black Friday. Give our team a call at (770) 686-8446 to receive assistance.