Door Colors and Materials

Standard Colors

Below are our six most popular color choices (on alder) for our stained wood doors. You are not limited to these colors only, however, can help you work with our finishing partners to create a stain color that fits the style of your home.

Below are some popular wood options for our custom doors. Achieving a specific color and style requires selecting the right wood for each purpose and understanding how that wood will be finished. Our experts can help you make the right choices and help you create your perfect door!

Finishing Process: Great Northern Door finishes our wood products at Brush Masters, Inc. If you choose to finish your wood door, we recommend following the the following steps. (Step 1: Old Masters Wiping Stain, Step 2: Apply Clear Waterbase 2K Isolator, Step 3: Apply KLIMA UNICO Clear Self Sealer) Pease review these Technical Data Sheets for complete detailed information.

Wood Species

Alternative Composite Doors Colors

Our Alternative Composite doors are currently available in these 10 realistic wood-look colors:

Glass Options

The standard glass option for our doors is 1/2″ double pane clear glass. Additional options include:

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Custom Stain Color Matching for Wood Doors

Great Northern Door understands that standard stain colors may not always perfectly match your home's unique aesthetic. To ensure a truly custom look, we offer a collaborative finishing process with our partners at Brush Masters, Inc. This allows you to achieve a stain color that precisely complements your existing décor and architectural style.

Our custom stain color matching involves a meticulous three-step finishing process. Initially, Old Masters Wiping Stain is applied to achieve the desired base color. This is followed by a Clear Waterbase 2K Isolator for enhanced durability and protection. The final step involves applying KLIMA UNICO Clear Self Sealer, ensuring a long-lasting, beautiful finish. Detailed technical data sheets are available for a complete understanding of this comprehensive process.

Finishing Process for Wood Doors

The finishing process for Great Northern Door's wood products is expertly handled by our trusted partners at Brush Masters, Inc. This ensures a high-quality, durable, and aesthetically pleasing finish that enhances the natural beauty of the wood species you select.

The multi-stage finishing process includes precise application of Old Masters Wiping Stain for rich color, followed by a Clear Waterbase 2K Isolator for superior protection. The final step involves applying KLIMA UNICO Clear Self Sealer, which provides a robust and lasting finish. Reviewing the provided Technical Data Sheets will offer comprehensive details on each stage of this meticulous finishing procedure.

Available Wood Species for Custom Doors

Great Northern Door offers a diverse selection of wood species for our custom doors, allowing you to choose the material that best suits your style, durability needs, and budget. Each wood type brings its own unique grain patterns, color variations, and characteristics to your door.

Our extensive wood species list includes popular choices such as Clear Pine, Knotty Pine, Clear Alder, Knotty Alder, Walnut, African Mahogany, Vertical Grain Douglas Fir, Birch, Cherry, Hickory, Maple, Poplar, Red Oak, and White Oak. We also offer the option of Reclaimed Lumber for a distinctive, eco-friendly choice, as well as MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard) for a cost-effective and versatile alternative.

Dura-Eez™ Paint Grade Finishing Options

For those seeking a door that can be painted to perfectly match their home's exterior or interior color scheme, Great Northern Door offers DURA-EEZ™ Paint Grade finishing options. This specialized treatment ensures a smooth, receptive surface for paint application, allowing for ultimate customization.

DURA-EEZ™ is designed to provide an excellent base for a wide range of paint types. This ensures that when you apply your chosen color, you achieve a professional, uniform finish that adheres well and lasts. This option is particularly beneficial for homeowners who want to achieve a precise color match with their existing trim, siding, or interior décor.