Beauty that holds the line: HVHZ impact entry doors
A front door does two jobs at once. It sets the tone for the home, and it protects what matters inside. In High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) areas, that second job gets real. Wind pushes. Debris strikes. The entry has to stay put.
Feather River® impact-rated entry systems help homeowners and builders meet HVHZ requirements without giving up design options.
Why HVHZ-rated doors matter
In an HVHZ project, a door is not “just a slab.” It is a
system. The door, frame, glass, and hardware work together to resist pressure,
handle impact, and keep the opening intact.
That performance comes from details you can trust: laminated
impact glass, reinforced construction, and tested configurations that align
with strict code requirements. For homeowners, it supports peace of mind when
storms track close. For pros, it reduces guesswork during approval and
inspection.
Many Feather River® impact-rated options also come in ENERGY
STAR® certified configurations, so you can pair storm strength with everyday
efficiency in any climate zone.
Privacy ratings make glass selection easier
Glass changes how an entry feels. It can brighten a hallway,
soften a façade, or create a bold focal point. It also sets the privacy level.
Feather River® uses a simple privacy rating scale from 1 to
10. Lower numbers allow more visibility and light. Higher numbers blur more
detail. This helps you match the look you want with the privacy the homeowner
expects.
Three HVHZ-ready looks
Ashborne™ Patina ¾ oval with sidelites
Ashborne™ sits in the middle ground. It brings in more visual movement than a high-privacy glass, but it still diffuses views enough to feel comfortable.
The ¾ oval shape adds a traditional focal point, and sidelites extend the light across the entry wall. Painted Wine Red turns the door into a clear design choice, not an afterthought. It works well when the homeowner wants the entry to feel like a signature.
Craftsman Preston® with full lite sidelites
Preston® brings structure, warmth, and a sense of order. The
glass keeps most views out while still letting daylight in. That matters in an
entry, where you want light but not a front-row seat into the home.
In Mahogany Chestnut, the woodgrain reads rich and classic
without the maintenance concerns of solid wood. Patina or Zinc caming helps the
glass coordinate with surrounding hardware. Add full lite sidelites, and the
entry opens up without losing privacy.
Internal Mini Blind Low-E double door
Some entries need options, not one fixed level of privacy.
Internal mini blinds deliver that control. Homeowners can open the blinds for
daylight, close them for privacy, and skip cords or curtains.
In impact-rated configurations, this system pairs laminated
impact glass with Low-E performance. The double-door layout adds symmetry, and
Painted White stays clean across many styles, from coastal to contemporary.
The takeaway
HVHZ projects demand more from a front door. Feather River® impact-rated entry systems meet that demand while still leaving room for style choices that feel personal.
If your next project sits in an HVHZ region, start with a
door system built to hold the line, then choose the glass, finish, and layout
that makes the home feel welcoming.
About Feather River Doors
At Feather River Doors we are a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and exceptional service. Our mission is simple; to create beautiful, functional doors that enhance the look and feel of any home or business. Since 2003, Feather River has offered fiberglass doors and sold almost ten million doors to satisfied customers throughout the U.S. and are sold through The Home Depot®.
Our decorative glass door collections are available with the choice of several sizes and designs. Additionally, we offer hand-stained or pre-painted finishes for our doors. For ideas and inspiration, view our latest Feather River Doors catalog.