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276269 James DuPrie <jbn.duprie@g...> 2022‑09‑06 what wood for a screen door (and other building thoughts).....
I've decided that this winter I'll build a  screen door for my back door.
It opens onto a covered porch, so, other than windblown rain and snow, its
pretty sheltered. Never gets direct sun.

I'm wondering what wood folks would recommend? The porch is mahogany, so
that's a good starting place...

I'm planning on fairly traditional constructions - M+T, screens secured in
grooves (probably as removable panels for easy maintenance), no storm
panels. Haven't decided on if it needs a spring or just a latch.......

Any thoughts on things to watch out for, or be concerned about?

thanks
-James in Maine

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