Aluminum Doors for Your Home: Which Type Suits the Front Entrance, Back Entrance, and Other Living Spaces?

Choose aluminum doors based primarily on where they will be used. For the front entrance, focus on security, privacy, and how the door complements the home. For the back entrance or kitchen, consider everyday use, ventilation, and rain protection. For a living room or garden entrance, you may want a door that feels open and lets in natural light. Prices vary by opening system, size, glass, frame color, handles, locks, and site conditions.

Aluminum doors are a popular choice for both new homes and renovations because they are lightweight, easy to maintain, and suit many home styles. However, many people choose a door based only on its appearance or price, overlooking the different needs of each location in the home.

This article will help you choose an aluminum door based on where it will be used: the front entrance, back entrance, kitchen, or garden exit. It also covers glass, frame colors, handles, locks, security, and a checklist to review before requesting a quote. → Aluminum Doors (Overview of All Systems)

What Are Aluminum Doors, and What Types of Homes Are They Suitable For?

Aluminum doors have aluminum frames fitted with glass or solid panels. They can be used at the front or back entrance, in the kitchen or living room, and in spaces connecting the home to the outdoors. They suit many types of homes:

• Suitable for new homes and renovations
• Lighter than steel and easier to maintain than wood
• Available in colors and finishes such as black, white, gray, and wood grain
• Can be paired with various types of glass
• The opening system can be chosen to suit the space
• Suitable for modern homes, housing-estate homes, kitchen extensions, back entrances, and doors connecting to a garden

Which Type of Aluminum Door Should You Choose for the Front Entrance?

A front door needs to look good, provide security and privacy, and work well for everyday use. Appearance alone should not determine your choice. The following comparison can help you choose an opening system for your front entrance:

📖 Learn more about sliding systems in Aluminum Sliding Doors: How Many Panels Should You Choose? and folding systems in Aluminum Folding Doors

Which Aluminum Door Should You Choose for the Back Entrance or Kitchen?

Back and kitchen doors have different requirements from front doors. Everyday function, ventilation, and weather resistance matter more than appearance:

Should You Choose a Sliding or Hinged Door for the Back Entrance?

Either can work, depending on the space available to open the door and how much ventilation you need. A sliding door saves space in a narrow back area. If you want the door to close firmly and open fully for ventilation, a hinged door may be more suitable.

What Should You Consider for a Kitchen Door?

Consider cooking odors, smoke, moisture, cleaning, and ventilation. If you choose a sliding door, pay particular attention to the track and how you will clean it, as grease and dust can easily build up there.

Why Choose Moisture-Resistant Hardware for a Door to the Laundry Area?

Consider exposure to sun, rain, and moisture, along with the durability of the handle, lock, hinges, and silicone sealant around the frame. This door is exposed to weather and moisture more often than doors in other parts of the home.

Which Door System Should You Choose for a Garden Exit?

A garden exit often has a wide opening designed to preserve the view and connect indoor and outdoor spaces, so sliding or folding doors are popular choices. Consider the extra weight of larger glass panels and whether the track system can support them.ทางออกสวนมักเป็นช่องเปิดกว้างที่ต้องการรับวิวและเชื่อมพื้นที่ภายในกับภายนอก จึงนิยมใช้บานเลื่อนหรือบานเฟี้ยม สิ่งที่ต้องระวังคือน้ำหนักกระจกที่เพิ่มขึ้นตามขนาดช่อง และระบบรางที่ต้องรองรับน้ำหนักได้ดี

What Type of Glass Should You Use for an Aluminium Door?

When choosing glass for an aluminium door, consider where it will be installed, along with safety, privacy, and maintenance needs. The table below provides a guide for selecting the right glass for each area.

📖 Read more: Aluminum Glass Doors: Which Glass Should You Choose? and Types of Glass for Aluminum Doors and Windows

What Colour Should You Choose for an Aluminium Door Frame?

The frame colour has a major impact on the overall look of your home’s entrance. Homeowners often choose a colour that matches the house style and wall colour. The table below helps pair frame colours with different home styles.

🎨 For more guidance on choosing a color to suit your home, see Aluminum Frame Colors.

How Much Does an Aluminium Door Cost?

There is no fixed price for an aluminium door because the total cost depends on several factors, including the opening size, door system, number of panels, aluminium thickness, brand or profile system, type of glass, frame colour, handles, locks, Digital Door Lock if included, whether it is a new installation or renovation, removal of the existing door, and the installation area.

In 2026, the average market price for aluminium doors is around THB 3,500–12,500 per sq.m., depending on the installation area and door system. Front entrance doors with hinged glass panels are generally in the mid to upper price range, while sliding doors for back entrances are usually in the lower range. Installation labour is typically charged separately at around THB 800–1,500 per sq.m.

📖 See detailed pricing for all window and door systems here: 2026 Aluminum Door and Window Prices with Installation Costs 2026

Are Aluminium Front Doors Safe?

Aluminium doors can be used as front entrance doors, but their security depends on the door system, frame strength, type of glass, locking system, handles, fixing points, and installation quality. Safety should not be judged by the word “aluminium” alone.

🔧 For help choosing a handle and locking system for a main entrance door, see How to Choose Aluminum Door Handles.

Can Aluminium Doors Keep Rain Out?

Aluminium doors can be used outdoors, but rain protection requirements vary depending on the installation location. Front and back doors often use different door systems. In general, hinged doors provide a tighter seal, while sliding doors rely more on the track system and drainage holes.

Points to Check for Rain Protection:

• Is the installation area directly exposed to rain?
• Is there a roof overhang or awning for extra protection?
• Does the track system have drainage holes?
• Is the frame properly levelled?
• Is the correct type of silicone sealant used around the frame?
• A water test should be carried out before accepting the completed work.

Can Aluminium Doors Use a Digital Door Lock?

Digital Door Locks can be used with some aluminium door systems, but not every aluminium door is compatible. The frame thickness and available installation space should be checked first. Key points to consider include:

• Check the frame thickness and available installation space.
• Check the width of the frame stile.
• Check the required drilling dimensions.
• Choose a lock that is suitable for either a hinged or sliding door.
• It is best to consult the supplier before buying a separate lock for self-installation.

🔐 See the models available from SGQ under Digital Door Locks.

What Information Should You Prepare Before Requesting a Quote for an Aluminium Door?

The more complete the information you provide, the faster and more accurate the price estimate will be:

🔧 ee the scope of work and installation process here: Aluminum Door and Window Installation Service

How Do You Order a Custom Aluminium Door from SGQ?

If you are not sure whether your front or back door should use a sliding system, hinged system, or a particular type of glass, you can send SGQ a photo of the opening, the width × height dimensions, and your preferred style for an initial review. Our team can help recommend the door system, frame colour, glass, handles, locks, and the information required before preparing a quotation.