Screen vs. Storm Doors:
Which Is Right for My Home?

What’s a Screen Door

A screen door is a wooden frame door fitted with a screen panel for airflow and protection.
It’s designed for ventilation and connection to the outdoors — allowing fresh air to circulate through your home while keeping out insects and debris. Ideal for warm weather and three-season porches.

Benefits of a Screen Door

• Lets in fresh air and natural light
• Keeps insects and outdoor debris out
• Provides a welcoming transition between indoors and out
• Can be custom-fitted to your main entry, porch, or patio
• Built in solid wood for a lasting, natural look

Screen doors are perfect for homes that value airflow, connection to nature, and open-door living through spring, summer, and fall.

What’s a Storm Door

A storm door is a wooden frame door fitted with glass inserts for protection and insulation.
It acts as a shield for your main entry door, keeping out rain, wind, and snow while improving energy efficiency during cooler months.

Benefits of a Storm Door

• Adds insulation against drafts and weather

• Protects your main door’s finish and structure
• Reduces maintenance and heat loss in winter
• Can include permanent or interchangeable glass and screen inserts
• Built from solid wood for long-term durability

Hybrid & Convertible Options

If you want the best of both, a combination setup gives you flexibility through the seasons.

Vintage Doors builds screen and storm doors as well as porch panels with removable inserts, so you can switch between screen and storm inserts in minutes without tools.

Benefits of a Hybrid Setup

• Use screens in warm months for airflow
  
• Swap in glass inserts for winter protection
  
• Keep the same frame year-round for consistent fit and appearance
  
• Enjoy the look of traditional wood with modern practicality
  

This option is ideal for enclosed porches, three-season rooms, and entryways that see changing weather throughout the year.