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Interior Door Cost by Type

A large part of the project costs depends on the door type. Some are merely a style preference, while others affect the installation and function the door has. For example, privacy doors are usually solid and opaque, while passage doors have glass panels. Other doors vary in how they open or the opening size, such as closet, sliding, and double doors. Each of these impacts the price you pay for the door and its installation.

Accordion Door Cost

Accordion doors ¹ typically cost between $20 and $1,000. The accordion door is generally used in small spaces where you cannot install a pocket door but do not have space for a sliding or barn door. An accordion door folds up like a pleated accordion when not in use, and then pulls across the opening and fastens on the other side. They are usually made of plastic or a mixture of fabric and metal. They are easily damaged and typically only used when no other door meets the needs of the space.

Flush Door Price

The cost of a flush door is between $30 and $200, depending on the material and size. Flush doors are among the least expensive and plainest models. They can be made of several materials and have a very flat, simple appearance where the door lies flush with the frame. This door is most commonly installed for closets, hallways, and some passages. They are less common in bedrooms and prominent areas. This is mostly due to their flat, plain appearance.

Hinged Door Cost

The cost of a hinged ² door ranges from $30 to $2,000, depending on the material and type. Most interior doors are considered hinged doors. They may be blank, meaning they have no frame, or prehung, meaning they already have a frame and hinges. Blank doors are used when you already have an existing frame and hinges in good working order. Otherwise, a prehung door is required. Hinged doors come in many materials, sizes, and styles. This makes them a good choice for nearly any area of the home.

Panel Door Price

The cost of a panel door averages $35 to $500, depending on the material. Panel doors are the most common type of interior door. They have inset panels in the face of the door, giving the door visual interest and character. They come in various styles and can be made of many materials. They are good for all home types and are typically used for bedrooms, bathrooms, and other common areas. Panel doors may be solid or hollow, depending on the material.

Bifold Doors Cost

Bifold doors cost between $100 and $2,000 on average. A bifold door is made up of several panels that fold against one another when opened. They are usually installed on closets, but they can also be used on some wide thresholds. They come in many sizes and materials and require the installation of a track to slide on. Bifold doors are most commonly hollow because they are easier to slide when lightweight. However, they can be made of many materials and found in glass and mirrored doors for a contemporary look.

Pocket Door Cost

The cost of a pocket door averages $120 to $1,000, depending on the material. Pocket doors are space-saving installations where the door slides into the wall rather than opening outward. They come in many styles and can be made of various materials. They work best in small spaces, such as bathrooms and bedrooms. They can be very expensive to install, especially in existing homes, and are more easily put in during new construction. They can also be difficult to repair.

Barn Door Cost

The cost of a barn door is between $150 and $2,000. Barn doors are a type of sliding door or track door with a distinctive style. They have a visible track and slide along it, rather than opening outward. They come in many materials, all having a rustic or barn style. They work well in various spaces, but only if you have the space to slide them without blocking or concealing something on the wall. While they are frequently made of wood, they can be made of other materials, including steel.

Louver Door Prices

Louver doors range from $200 to $500. A louver door can be hinged, bypass, or sliding. Instead of being solid, the face is made up of many slats called louver. These slats are usually fixed, but they may be positionable in some doors. These doors are commonly used for closets because they do not offer the same privacy as other doors. They can be made of several materials and come in many sizes.

Pivot Door Cost

A pivot door averages $200 to $2,000. Pivot doors are unique installations, usually consisting of a large single door with a single hinge in the center. You can push the door from either side to open it, allowing it to pivot on its hinge. These doors are good for busy spaces like kitchens but make poor choices for bedrooms or bathrooms due to the size when open and lack of privacy. These doors can be propped open if desired, but they are usually designed to simply pivot and swing. They can be found in a wide range of materials.

Interior French Door Cost

The cost of an interior French door is between $500 and $800. French doors usually refer to a set of double doors made of glass, usually with multiple panes or panels. They are designed to open up together to make a single wider opening. They are good for dining rooms, living rooms, and other spaces that have a wider threshold and need something stylish or dramatic in design. While classic French doors are hinged double doors, there are other styles to consider. This includes single doors, single doors with panels, and sliding doors.

Dutch Door Cost

Dutch doors range from $500 to $2,000. Dutch doors are single doors divided into two pieces around the midline so that the top and bottom open independently. They are usually made of wood and can be very heavy. They are good for kitchens or for people with pets who want to shut the bottom half and see out the top. Dutch doors come in several sizes. They are often a little wider than other doors, but it is possible to find them in thinner widths as well.

Sliding Bypass Door Cost

The cost of a sliding bypass door is between $500 and $2,000 for a set. A sliding bypass door has either two sliding panel doors or a door and a fixed panel. The doors pass each other as they slide on parallel tracks. These are good doors for wide thresholds where you need to save space and cannot install a barn door or French doors. However, they jump the track easily and are sometimes heavy and hard to operate. These doors are common for closets and wide entryways into areas like dining rooms.

Roller Door Prices

The cost of a roller door averages $500 to $2,000 per door. While much less common, roller doors are sometimes used in industrial-style and contemporary homes. They open by sliding upward on a roller and across the ceiling, so they save space and do not cover the walls. They are expensive and hard to maintain and are not good for homes with high ceilings. They are typically wide and made to cover large areas, such as those covered by a double door. They can be heavy and hard to use, so they are not always good for families with children.

​Interior Door Prices by Material

Interior doors come in a wide range of materials, including wood, metal, and glass. Material can play a large part of the total door cost. But it can also impact the door weight, appearance, how easy it is to clean, and other factors relevant to its use. Not each door style or type is available in every material because some lend themselves better to one type over another.

Hollow Core Door Price

The cost of a hollow core door is $30 to $300 on average. A hollow core door is a shell or skin made of wood, MDF, or vinyl with nothing inside. These doors are very lightweight, quick-to-install, and inexpensive, but they do not block sound as well as other doors. These doors are most commonly used for closets, but they may also be used for bathrooms and passages. They can be found in many different styles and sizes. Depending on what the door is made from, it can be fairly low maintenance and lightweight.

MDF Door Price

The cost of an MDF door is between $30 and $600. MDF doors may be completely solid, solid core, or hollow core, and they come in a range of styles. They are more stable than solid wood doors because they are not as impacted by humidity and have a very smooth surface for painting. MDF doors are often smooth and flat in appearance, but they can also come in other styles. If they are solid, they tend to be very heavy. This can make them a poor choice for homes with small children or those with mobility issues.

Vinyl Door Price

A vinyl ³ door costs $30 to $1,000 on average. Vinyl doors come in various types, including hollow core, solid core, and solid vinyl. Vinyl doors are very easy to care for because they do not require painting, and they never chip or peel. They also resist moisture and humidity. For this reason, they make a good choice for bathrooms, mudrooms, and other high-use areas. They are also available in a range of styles.

Aluminum Door Price

The cost of an aluminum door averages $40 to $800, depending on the style and size. Aluminum doors can be an aluminum frame with glass inserts, or they can be made of solid aluminum. They come in several styles, including panel, flat, barn, roller, and louver. They tend to be fairly easy to care for but may dent easily. For this reason, they are not recommended for high-traffic areas. They are often used for closets, particularly when mirrored.

Composite Door Prices

The cost of a composite door is $50 to $900 per door. Composite doors can be made of a blend of many different materials. Each door and company may be different, so it is important to check the composition when ordering. Composite doors can be a blend of wood, plastic, MDF, and other materials. They tend to be low maintenance, but some may be impacted by moisture. They come in a wide range of different styles and sizes.

Steel Door Cost

The cost of a steel door ranges from $100 to $2,000, depending on the size and style. Steel doors are a great material for use in contemporary homes. They come in mirrored finishes for closets and raw steel for an industrial look. They can be roller, bifold, bypass, barn style, or a more traditional interior door style. Steel doors tend to be heavy unless they are hollow. They are less likely to dent than aluminum and are fairly low maintenance.

Solid Wood Door Price

The cost of a solid wood door ranges from $150 to $1,000. A solid wood door is made from a single piece of wood. It may be plain or highly decorative and comes in many styles and wood species. Some popular woods for doors include maple, poplar, oak, ash, and walnut. The more exotic and durable the wood, the higher your costs. These doors are heavy but are good sound insulators.

Solid Core Door Cost

The cost of a solid core door is between $150 and $2,000 on average. A solid core door may have a thin veneer ⁴ made of wood, MDF, or vinyl covering an inner core made of wood pulp. It is also possible to find steel and aluminum doors with a solid core. They are lighter than solid wood but not as light as a hollow door. They are also fairly good at insulating against sound. This can be a good compromise if you want a durable door that is a little lighter than solid wood or metal.

Glass Door Price

The cost of a glass door averages $500 to $800. Glass doors may be sliding doors made of solid glass or French doors made of glass panels. They do not insulate well on their own, but you can purchase thicker models with better sound-insulating properties. Typically, these doors have frames made of other materials, including wood, vinyl, and fiberglass. Materials drive the cost of the door as well as the glass type and thickness. Interior glass doors do not typically have options for double or triple panes like exterior glass doors.

Fiberglass Door Cost

The cost of a fiberglass ⁵ door is between $500 and $2,500. Fiberglass doors are rarely used indoors. The material is tough, durable, and insulating, so they are more commonly found as an exterior door material. However, you can find some interior fiberglass doors, but they often have fewer options than other materials. Fiberglass can mimic the look of wood or other materials with a realistic texture. These doors are low maintenance and often lighter in weight than wood. They come in limited styles but in many sizes.

Iron Door Price

The cost of an iron door ranges from $1,500 to $7,000. Iron doors are beautiful and often include other materials, such as wood or glass, in their design. Iron doors can be made of solid iron or may be wrought iron over another material. They are meant to be decorative but can be very heavy. They come in many different sizes, with the larger, heavier doors often requiring additional modifications to the frame to hang properly. Depending on their position, they can be difficult to use.

Standard Interior Door Sizes

Interior doors must have a minimum height of 80 inches, which is standard for most homes. Interior doors may have standard widths of 24, 28, 30, 32, and 36 inches. When creating an accessible home or converting a home for aging in place, the minimum door size is 36 inches.

Most homes have doors ranging from 30 to 36 inches in width for passage, with closets using smaller doors. Older homes and small spaces like half-bathrooms sometimes also have smaller doors.

Labor Cost to Install an Interior Door

There are several installation types for interior doors. You can have a prehung door, which includes the door frame and jamb, with or without trim, or you can have a slab door with or without trim. This is just the door, which can be installed in an existing frame or have a separate frame made just for the door. For ease of installation, most people opt for the prehung door, unless the existing frame is in good condition.

Slab Door Installation Cost

The cost to install a slab door ranges from $120 to $180 for the labor, making the total costs between $150 and $1,780 on average. A slab door installation is just the door without the jamb or frame. For this installation, you usually have an existing frame to reuse with the new door, and the door is hung in the already installed frame. If the frame is not in good condition, you can have a new one installed or opt for a prehung door instead.

Cost to Install an Interior Prehung Door

The cost to install a prehung door is between $200 and $400 on average for the labor. This makes a total cost range of $270 to $2,400. For a prehung door, installation is fairly quick and easy. The door frame and jamb are trimmed to fit the opening. The rough opening is checked, and temporary cleats are installed to hold the frame in place as it is nailed in. The door and frame are lifted into place, and the door is shimmed open to hold it level. The rough opening is checked to make sure that the frame is level and fits properly, and if not, any needed adjustments are made. The frame is now nailed into the studs of the opening, and the door is installed. If needed, trim is now installed around the door opening.

Cost to Install an Interior Door and Trim

The cost to install an interior door and trim ranges from $240 to $2,180 for a slab door with trim and between $360 and $2,800 for a prehung door and trim. This includes labor costs averaging $190 to $580, depending on the door and trim styles. The trim is the decorative area of molding that goes around the door opening. It is not part of the door’s frame or jamb. When installing a new door with or without a new frame, you have the option of adding trim separately. Trim enhances the entire appearance of the door and the room as a whole, and it usually matches the other trim in the home.

Interior Door Installation Cost by Type of Door

The door type you have installed in your home directly impacts the door cost and its installation. Some doors can be quick and easy to install, meaning labor costs can be fairly low. Others take longer to install, raising labor costs. Some doors are also easier to install in new construction than in an existing home, resulting in a very wide range of installation costs. Below are the average labor and total associated costs for installing various home door types.

Accordion Door Installation Cost

The average cost to install an accordion door is between $100 and $120 per door. This makes a total cost range of $120 to $1,120, depending on the door type. Accordion doors are usually fairly easy to install. They run on a track either at the top or bottom of the door. Once this track is measured and screwed into place, the door can be mounted into the track. The track type and size slightly influence the installation, and longer tracks can take additional time to install than shorter tracks.

Flush Door Installation Cost

The cost of a flush door installation averages $120 to $400 a door. This has a total cost range of $150 to $600. Costs fluctuate depending on whether the door is prehung, its size, and weight. Heavier doors cost more to install than lighter doors. Prehung doors tend to cost more to install than slab doors, which already have a frame installed. With this door type, costs tend to fall per door when you have more than one door installed. The more doors you install, the lower the per-door cost.

Hinged Door Installation Cost

The cost of a hinged door installation ranges from $120 to $400 per door. This has an average total cost range of $150 to $2,400. Hinged doors are the most common type of interior door. They also have a lower cost per door if you install multiple doors at one time than if you install just one. The cost of a hinged door ranges, depending on whether it is a slab or prehung. It also varies depending on the door size and weight. Heavier doors tend to cost more to install than lighter doors because they often require an additional person.

Panel Door Installation Cost

A panel door installation costs between $120 and $400 per door, with an average total cost range of $155 to $900. Panel doors are a sub-type of hinged doors and have all the same considerations. This includes having a lower cost per door if you have multiple doors installed at once. In addition, costs are influenced by whether the door is prehung. The size, weight, and material also play a role in how much the installation costs.

Bifold Door Installation Cost

The cost to install a bifold door averages $100 to $300, making the total cost range from $200 to $2,300. Bifold doors are commonly used for closets and other wide areas. They come in many sizes and materials. Lightweight hollow doors are easier and less expensive to install than heavier solid doors. The doors are installed on a track, usually at the top of the doorway, making the installation fairly easy in most cases.

Cost to Add a Pocket Door

The installation cost of a pocket door ranges from $100 to $2,500. This makes the total cost range $220 to $3,500. Pocket doors are installed inside the wall of the home. This means installation is easier and less costly when putting one in new construction. If you choose to retrofit or install a pocket door in an existing home, your installation costs are much higher. In addition, the door size, wall width, and door weight influence your final costs.

Cost to Install a Barn Door

The cost to install a barn door averages $100 to $300, making the total cost range from $350 to $2,300. Barn doors are easier to install than pocket doors because they install on the outside of a wall rather than inside it. This makes the installation faster and easier. The door runs on a track or a set of rollers, depending on the style. Once the track is installed, the door can be easily fitted into place. The door weight and size are the biggest influences on the total project cost.

Pivot Door Installation

A pivot door installation costs between $150 and $400, with a total cost range of $350 to $2,400, including materials. Pivot doors are available in prehung and slab styles. Their method of opening and installing is more challenging than a traditional hinged door, however. This means they tend to be more costly for material and installation. The door weight plays a role in the final costs. Heavier doors may require a second installer, raising costs.

Dutch Door Installation Cost

The cost to install a Dutch door averages $150 to $400. This makes the total cost range $650 to $2,400. Dutch doors need to be installed in segments, meaning they are rarely prehung. The frame must be installed separately from the door. In addition, the door is generally heavy and requires precision to install properly. The two halves must join up and close seamlessly, making the installation harder, depending on how level the home is.

Average Cost to Install French Doors

The cost to install French doors is $250 to $500, making the total cost range $750 to $1,300. French doors are normally installed in pairs. While it is possible to install a single door and panel, the vast majority are two swinging doors that connect in the center. These doors can require more than one installer for the job.

Bypass Door Installation Cost

The cost to install a bypass door ranges from $250 to $500. This makes the total cost $750 to $2,500 on average. Bypass doors slide past one another. This means that the track they use is wider than the track used for barn doors or other single sliding doors. The doors are usually heavy, requiring two people for installation. Each door must be fitted individually into its track, ensuring each one moves independently once installed.

Roller Door Installation Cost

A roller door installation is between $200 and $600, with a total cost range of $700 to $2,600, including materials. Roller doors move upward across the ceiling, meaning the tracks they slide on need to be installed on the wall and onto the ceiling. They curve to help the door make the angle between the two surfaces. The door is heavy and must be lifted overhead to install. This requires at least two installers to be properly fitted.

Interior Door Replacement Cost

The cost to replace an interior door ranges from $400 to $2,900, depending on which door parts need replacing. Parts may include the door, trim, frame, and threshold, and any or all may need replacement. If you need to replace the doors in your home, you have different costs than a new installation. This is because the frame can be reused, but the door must first be removed, or the entire frame and door must be removed. Sometimes, the trim is also removed and replaced. These varying factors create a wide range of overall costs.

Cost to Replace an Interior Door Frame

The labor cost to replace an interior door frame is between $180 and $300, depending on the frame size and material. The cost of a new frame is $40 to $70 for most wood frames. This makes the total average cost $220 to $370 for a replacement door frame. This does not include the cost of installing or replacing the door. Interior door frames can be made of several materials, impacting costs. However, most are made of wood because this is the easiest to install the door within.

Cost to Replace Interior Doors and Trim

The average cost to replace an interior door and trim is $300 to $600 for the labor. Including the material costs for the door, frame, and trim, this makes the total cost range between $390 and $2,820. The frame material and door material, size, and style all play a role in your final costs. When replacing multiple doors at once, your cost per door will drop. Heavier and wider doors usually require an additional installer, meaning the cost to replace a wide or heavy door may be higher.

Cost to Replace a Door Threshold

The cost to replace a door threshold is around $70 for labor. The cost of an average wooden threshold is around $15. However, thresholds can be made of many different materials. It is possible to install marble, vinyl, or tile thresholds. Each has varying costs, with some stone thresholds costing up to $90 apiece. The threshold width, how it abuts the flooring, and the material you are removing all factor into your final costs.

Interior Door Replacement Cost by Location

While it is possible to install the same door throughout a home, this does not always make for the best arrangement. Some doors may be heavier than needed, while other areas may benefit from more sound absorption than a hollow door. Consider the use of the space and the user when deciding which door to install where.

Closet Doors Installation Cost

The cost of a closet door installation ranges from $150 to $2,370 per door. Closets can use many different door types, including hollow core hinged, bifold, and bypass doors. In some installations, you may want the closet doors to match other doors nearby, either in style or material. Depending on the closet size, you may need more than one door to cover the opening. The number of doors and door type drive the biggest parts of your cost. How accessible your closet is and where it is located also influence the final costs.

Interior Garage Door Replacement Cost

The cost of an interior garage door is between $240 and $2,800. This is the door that leads from your home’s interior into the garage. Depending on your home and garage type, this may be considered an exterior door, meaning a more secure interior door. In some homes, it may be a simple pass-through door. Given this, you may choose to make this door solid core, solid, or hollow core. Many people also choose steel for added security.

Kitchen Door Replacement Cost

The cost of a kitchen door replacement averages $490 to $4,000. Many kitchens today do not use doors, and those that do need to consider the room they are connecting. For example, if this is a doorway to a dining room, you may want to opt for something formal like French doors or solid wood pocket doors. If this connects to a living room, you may want to opt for a barn door or sliding bypass door, depending on the style. It is possible to use pivot and Dutch doors for busy kitchens that require privacy. Because there are so many options, there is a wide range of project costs.

Bathroom Door Replacement Cost

The cost of a bathroom door replacement is between $290 and $4,000. Bathrooms require privacy, so the doors must be fairly solid and shut securely and lock. Therefore, most bathrooms have either solid wood doors or solid core doors. If you have a small bathroom that cannot accommodate a door swing, a pocket door may be a good option. Pocket doors are also good options for Jack and Jill bathrooms because it eliminates the need to have two door swings. Depending on the door type and installation, this can mean a wide cost range.

Dining Room Door Replacement Cost

The cost of a dining room door replacement ranges from $290 to $4,000. Dining rooms may connect to either kitchens or living rooms and sometimes both. Because they are more likely to be formal spaces, they have various options, including French, barn, pocket, and sliding bypass doors. The door size and material impact costs, but for dining rooms, it is mostly the style that drives the price. It is more common to invest in higher-quality doors for this space because dining rooms tend to have a more formal and traditional appearance than other rooms.

Bedroom Door Replacement Cost

The cost of a bedroom door replacement is $320 to $2,800. Bedrooms are another area that traditionally require privacy. Therefore, the doors must shut securely with a lock. The two most common doors for this purpose include solid wood doors and solid core doors. The exact material depends on the home style. For example, contemporary homes may use steel doors, while more traditional spaces may use solid wood. It is also common to see panel doors on bedrooms because they have a more decorative appearance, complementing the area.

Custom Interior Door

If you have a uniquely sized doorway, you want something in a unique style or material, or you want to go for something decorative, opt to have a custom door made. These average $4,000 to $10,000 installed. Costs vary depending on the door material, size, and style. It is common for custom doors to be solid wood with unique carvings, contain wrought iron or other decorative metal, or be a unique size and shape, such as an oversized barn door made of reclaimed wood or a door with an arched top. When having a custom door made, your doorway is measured, and the installation includes a new frame and often new trim.

New Door Frame Cost by Material

The door frame is what your door sits in and attaches to. It can be plain and utilitarian or highly decorative, depending on the doorway, size, and shape. Most homes have wooden door frames, but it is possible to have door frames made of steel, iron, and marble. Each of these has its own set of costs, depending on the door size and material.

Wood Door Frame Price

The cost to install a new wood door frame is between $100 and $200. Wood door frames have starting costs of $40 for the frame itself, plus the installation. This is the most common door frame type. Many new doors come prehung, meaning they are attached to the new frame already. It is common to replace the entire door and frame together. However, if you have an older door frame in poor condition, it is possible to simply install a new one without a new door.

Steel Door Frame Price

The cost to install a steel door frame ranges from $900 to $1,550. Steel door frames cost around $150 to $200 each, with most of the cost going toward installation. A steel door frame is heavy, and depending on its size, you will likely need two installers. Steel door frames are not common for residential homes, but they can be found in some modern residences. They tend to rust over time, so they often need replacement in older homes. Because of their size and weight, they can hold fairly heavy doors.

Iron Door Frame Price

The cost of an iron door frame installation averages $900 to $1,550. Iron door frames have costs and considerations similar to steel. The frames are large and heavy and often require two installers to fit them into place properly. They are not very common in residential homes, but they may sometimes be used for exterior doors. They tend to rust over time and require frequent upkeep to look their best. Because of their size and weight, they can hold fairly heavy doors.

Marble Door Frame Price

The cost of a marble door frame is $1,200 to $2,000. Marble door frames are very large, elaborate frames that are made to be the focus on an open doorway rather than to hold a door. They have material costs starting at around $600 and increase, depending on the doorway size. They may be designed for arched doorways and other more decorative areas, but they are not common for residential homes. They are more likely to be used on the exterior of a building rather than inside.

Cost to Install Door Hardware

Every door also needs hardware to function properly. The exact type depends on the door. Hinged doors need hinges, and most need some type of latch either with a knob or lever. Sliding, bypass, and pocket doors may need a handle or internal latch to help them function better. Some doors also need a lock for privacy. This means the door hardware you need and its installation vary, depending on your door.

Cost to Widen an Interior Doorway

The cost to widen a doorway ranges from $300 to $2,500. You may need to widen doorways for a variety of reasons. If you are making an accessible home or planning on aging in place, opening a doorway allows walkers, wheelchairs, and other mobility aids to pass through more easily. You may decide to make a doorway larger for decorative purposes or create a more open floor plan. These factors, how much you need to widen the door, and whether the wall is load-bearing all impact the final cost.

Cost to Move an Internal Door

The cost to move an internal door ranges from $2,000 to $4,000, depending on the door size, wall material, and how you plan to finish the area. The cost to seal an existing doorway starts at $1,200, including the framing, drywall ⁶, and paint. The opening size you are closing and the new opening size also impact your final costs.

Slab Doors vs Prehung Doors

Most hinged interior doors come in two styles - slab or prehung. A slab door is just the door itself. It is usually unfinished and has no hardware, hinges, frame, or trim. When replacing a door that has a frame that is still in good condition, a slab door can be a good choice because it is usually less expensive to purchase. You need to finish the door and drill for the hinges. It may be more difficult to install, but you do not need to remove the existing frame, potentially damaging the walls.

A prehung door is a door with the frame, hinges, and hardware already installed. This door is usually finished and ready to hang and can be installed very quickly. They are good for new construction or if your current frame is too damaged to support a new door. They are usually a little more expensive, but you save on installation, so the costs tend to even out.

Solid Core vs Hollow Core Doors Cost

Another consideration to make is whether to choose a solid core or hollow core door. Of the two, hollow core doors are less expensive on average. They are also much lighter in weight. However, this means they do not offer much durability or any sound control. They are most commonly used for closets and other non-occupancy areas. Solid core doors are more common for bathrooms, bedrooms, and other high-use and occupied areas.

Enhancement and Improvement Costs

Cost to Paint an Interior Door and Frame

The cost to paint an interior door and frame ranges from $75 to $150, depending on the door, material, and number of coats involved. When changing from a very dark to a very light color or vice versa, your costs are higher than simply refreshing the existing color. The door size also impacts the final costs.

Old Door Removal

When replacing an existing door, you may need to pay to have the old door removed. This fee is largely calculated on how difficult the door is to remove. When removing the frame and door, the cost will be higher than if you just remove the door. Prices range from $20 to $50 for this job.

Remodeling Terms Cheat Sheet

¹ Accordion doors: A door with panels connected by hinges, that slide along a track and fold together when opened. They are often used for closets

² Hinged: A type of joint that attaches two items together but allows one of them to swing back and forth, such as a door attached to a door frame

³ Vinyl: A synthetic plastic made from ethylene and chlorine. Vinyl has many applications in the construction industry and it is widely used in sidings, window frames, roofing and gutters, among others

⁵ Fiberglass: Plastic that is reinforced with glass fibers. The fibers may be mixed randomly throughout the plastic, or come in the form of a flat sheet, or be woven into a fabric

⁶ Drywall: Type of plasterboard, commonly used to build walls and ceilings, composed of gypsum that is layered between sheets of heavy paper

⁷ Exotic hardwood: Timber from deciduous, flowering, seed-bearing trees that grow in tropical rainforests