What is a polyurethane core and what is it doing in my door?
Polyurethane is a material used in many products. In ProVia doors, polyurethane makes up the insulating core of the door. The polyurethane core in ProVia doors is specially designed to be rigid and to resist the transfer of heat and cold. A door made entirely of steel or fiberglass would transfer too much heat into and out of your home. By wrapping steel and fiberglass around the polyurethane core, and by designing the core to be rigid, you gain energy performance without sacrificing durability or structural integrity. [Back to Top] What is a security plate? Security plates reinforce your lock. Most security plates are only made of wood. If a burglar kicks your lock, the deadbolt will often rip through the wood itself and your door will come open. By reinforcing the security plate with metal, your door is resistant to kick in attempts. All ProVia doors from Mr. Rogers Windows come with 20-gauge steel security plates. [Back to Top] What is Q-Lon weatherstripping? How is it better than a
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