Simpson
Custom Doors
It was Henry McCleary who first caught the vision. Where others saw nothing but trees and hills, Henry saw the perfect setting for crafting doors. Drawing from the inspiring beauty of the Pacific Northwest, he built a door business from scratch that would earn a reputation for meticulous quality and superb design.
Today, nearly a century later, that vision still drives us. As one of the oldest continuously operating door plants anywhere, Simpson boasts a rich heritage. And the pioneering spirit is still with us, as we integrate state-of-the-art technology with our 100 years of know-how.
Now we have taken our expertise to another level, with our new door manufacturing facility in Centralia, Washington, dedicated exclusively to building custom doors.
You can count on the same Simpson services you've come to expect: Quick lead times. Simpson Certified Quality craftsmanship. Rigorous inspections prior to any order being shipped. And meticulous packaging preparations to ensure that your custom door arrives safely and in perfect condition.
Call us today to find out how easy special orders can be when you're working with Simpson.
Creating Your Custom Doors
We've made creating a unique, signature door a smooth, simple process. It all begins with a few key selections you determine are best for your needs. Then, using the design, species, and dimensions that you specify, Simpson can create your masterpiece. Whether we construct your door with veneer and engineered core components or laminated lumber, we will incorporate both technology and beauty into your individual design.
To assist you as you create your Simpson custom door, we offer a Custom Door Checklist. Feel free to use this checklist to organize your thoughts and to take with you when you visit your Simpson Authorized Dealer.
Design Flexibility
Thanks to the advanced technology in our manufacturing process, we can now accept your sketches and descriptions and turn them into reality. Simply provide us with the design concept you have in mind, and our engineers will determine how to translate it into a truly one-of-a-kind door.
To draw your very own design, download the Custom Door Sketchpad offered here.
Multiple Wood Species
Once you have a design, you can then select the species of wood that is the best match, whether a classic favorite or something more exotic. We work with dozens of wood species from around the world, including: fir, hemlock, pine, knotty pine, cherry, maple, walnut, oak, mahogany, knotty alder, poplar, birch and white birch.
Whatever the species used in Simpson Custom Doors, it must meet strict grading standards before being accepted. For instance, we use only color matched Cherry that is all heart with no sap. The beauty of cathedral grain patterns are retained for parts over 26" long and 4" wide. Veneered panels are slip matched to further enhance the consistent appearance. Maple is another good example, since we only use hard rock maple that is uniform in color.
No matter what wood species you select, each piece of wood is carefully examined to ensure it will live up to the reputation Simpson has for quality and performance.
Special Sizes & Shapes
Some homes require doors with unusual dimensions. We can construct doors to meet a wide variety of sizes, up to 5' wide and 2-1/4" thick. Arch top doors and other unique shapes are also available.
Details Make the Difference
It's the final touches that make all the difference when creating your own door. Dress up your door with decorative moulding accents or special panel treatments. Or match your home's current millwork details to create architectural synergy through your home. If you need an idea of where to get started, view the following sample of decorative accents. You may discover something that will work perfect for your home.
Panel, Moulding and Sticking Details PDF