Introduce captivating farmhouse character to your entryway with the Farmhouse Knotty Alder 9 Lite X-Panel Front Door by Krosswood Doors. Serving as the perfect eye-catching focal point, this premium solid wood exterior door features nine clear beveled glass windowpanes and a distinctive X-groove bottom panel. Crafted from authentic Knotty Alder, it showcases a rich natural wood grain with deep knots artfully filled with black epoxy resin to highlight its unique rustic charm. Available as an unfinished wood door ready for your personal touch or professionally pre-finished with our US-based stain selection, this structurally superior entryway door beautifully balances inviting natural light with exceptional durability.
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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Energy Efficient Glass: Features nine clear beveled glass panes utilizing insulated, tempered double-pane safety glass (5/8" thick) with a Low-E coating for maximum thermal efficiency.
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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: Showcases dark, visible knots that highlight the individual, rustic beauty of every unique 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.