Like everything else – it depends.
Let’s be real, it’s never as cheap as all of those fake articles written by 20yr old interns at HGTV claim it will be. Let’s dig into some real-world costs for Twin Cities homeowners and explore some common reasons that can affect bedroom door pricing.
Stain grade vs paint grade
Stain grade made from real wood with a visible grain like oak, maple, cherry will always cost more. Expect higher prices not only for materials, but for a higher skilled installation. Expect to pay between $1400 – $1700 after tax, delivery and installation of a solid core pre hung interior bedroom door. Paint grade is more common and will cost less both in terms of materials and installation labor. Expect to pay around $900 – $1200 after tax, delivery and installation of a solid core pre hung interior bedroom door. Luckily for you, we have a pricing calculator right on our http://www.DFCarpentry.us site.
Standard size doors vs custom size doors
Most Twin Cities homes built after say around 1960 have standardized sized interior doors. If your home is built before then, you can expect to need custom sized door jambs, custom sized doors and an installation that will require more talent and more time. Even in more modern homes we see a LOT of requests from people asking for us to fit a door into a drywall opening to close off an existing den or dining room and the truth is that 99% of those openings were not framed by your builder to fit a standard size interior door. Custom sized doors can often end up costing 3X the amount than a standard size door, not to mention having to wait for extra-long lead times before delivery.
Choice of door trim
Paint grade vs stain grade will affect prices just like we listed above, but complicated or ornate door trim styles will also factor into your final bid. It is still pretty common to see stain grade interior doors paired with paint grade trim; it can save a few bucks and give your home a warm and unique look that will always land compliments from friends and family.
Type of door. Single, Double, Bifold or Sliding?
Guess what? The paint grade vs stain grade question applies here as well, along with choosing the door that best fits your space and your style. Double doors (french doors) can be a great way to add drama to a large room. Bifold doors are what most of us grew up with in our closets and a new, quality one won’t fall off the tracks or bind up. Slider doors (bypass doors) can be a good way to gain access a larger closet without needing to modify the existing wall framing. This is exactly why we have a pricing calculator on our www.DFCarpentry.us site.
Installation labor
A good installation is more than just swapping out one pre hung interior door for another, it’s about making the correct design choices and having years of experience installing them. Shimming, leveling, setting hinges and getting the miter just right on the new door trim will set a new tone and vibe for your home. Expect the costs to reflect the installers skill, a rushed or DIY attempt leads to my inbox being full of requests from people who thought that a 10 min instructional video would hold all of the answers.
Final Word
New interior doors are one of the main components that set the style and vibe of your home. Hiring an experienced trim carpenter to help navigate costs, design, trim options and professional installation will ensure that the home that you love will look like it belongs in those photos you pin at 1am.