The Rustic Knotty Alder Arch Top V-Groove Front Double Door by Krosswood Doors is a high-performance solid wood entryway system designed to provide a grand, architecturally significant entrance for modern farmhouse and rustic residential exteriors. Masterfully engineered from authentic Knotty Alder, this double door set features a graceful arch-top profile and hand-finished V-groove panels that highlight the raw, organic beauty of the timber. Every door leaf showcases a unique hardwood grain and distinctive dark knotting, ensuring a handcrafted architectural focal point. Available as an unfinished wood unit for custom finishing or professionally pre-finished with our US-based stain selection, this masterfully engineered double door system is built with doweled joint construction for long-term structural integrity and security.
Technical Specifications & Core Features
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Premium Construction: Engineered Knotty Alder stiles and rails ensure lasting durability, featuring a full-thickness solid wood panel measuring 1-3/4 inches.
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Seasonal Adaptability: Built with sturdy, doweled construction and center floating panels that allow for natural expansion and contraction to withstand environmental changes.
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Smart Home Ready: Fully compatible with most smart locks and WiFi doorbell devices. Pairs seamlessly with smart ecosystem cameras like Nest, Wyze, and Ring.
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Aesthetic Profile: Features hand-finished V-groove panels and dark, visible knots that enhance the individual, rustic beauty of each entry door.
What's Included in the Quick Assemble Kit?
This door arrives knocked down in a quick assemble kit (jamb assembly required), complete with:
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Jamb: Solid Knotty Alder wood or Primed exterior jamb.
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Hinges: Standard exterior hinges.
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Boring: Double boreholes pre-drilled for quick hardware installation.
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Threshold: Adjustable inswing threshold.
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Weather-Stripping: High-performance weather-stripping designed to seal out drafts.
Note: Brickmold and interior trim are not included with this kit.
Finishing, Shipping & Warranty Information
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Finishing Requirements: To seal properly and maintain the warranty, the door requires a stain or finish applied to all 6 sides. Stained doors come in your choice of a Semi-Transparent Oil-Based Wood Stain and a clear Behr Spar Urethane topcoat.
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Shipping: Doors are safely delivered curbside to your home via LTL Freight Shipping.
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Requirements: Must have adequate overhang above the door (see warranty for details).
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Coverage: Backed by a 1-Year Limited Warranty.
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Installation & Technical Resources: Comprehensive, step-by-step instructions are available on our Door Resources page. Note: We recommend professional installation to ensure a proper seal and long-term performance.