The frames and glass of storm doors can come in many different styles, all which let in different levels of light. Full view storm doors have an entire panel of glass in the door, mid-view storm doors are comprised of three-quarters glass, and high view storm doors have glass in the upper half. Glass can be clear, decorative, or Low E. If you need

Adding a storm door can be a good investment if your existing dooris old but still in good condition. However, adding a storm door to a newer, insulateddoor is not generally worth the expense, because you won't save much moreenergy.

Measure the height and width of your door frame carefully before you visit the store. Take the width measurement at the top, center and bottom, measuring the space between the exterior brick mold trim -- not the inner door jamb. Before installing, inspect the wood jamb and trim around your door opening.