Construction:
Considerable thought has gone into the design of these entryways, the result of many years of experience in door making and door installation. While artwork and mouldings may vary in thickness to provide texture and relief, the stiles and rails are dimensioned to standard thicknesses for ease in conventional installations.  1 3/8", 1 3/4", 2 1/4", and 3" thick are standard for us.  Any thickness is possible.

The structural joints are blind mortise-and-tenon, two inches deep. The adhesive is a waterproof epoxy developed for the aerospace industry and is capable of withstanding extreme temperature variations while maintaining a bond flexible enough to allow the subtle expansion and contraction of the wood. If we are to perform the finish application, we will size and edge bevel the door to your specifications.

Color/Finish:
Many colors seen in these doors are the result of natural finishes on exotic hardwoods such as Padauk, Purpleheart, Goncalo alves, and Canarywood. Other colors are derived from aniline dyes or oil-based, transparent stains or washes that are handmixed in our shop. This allows variable shading and highlighting that would be otherwise unobtainable. Varnish topcoats or renewable oil finishes can then be applied. We can ship the products unfinished, if you wish. This could be helpful in allowing your finisher to color match other work in your home.

Prehanging:
Prehanging is available for all entryways and normally includes the jamb, threshold, kerfed weather strip, drip cap/sweep, and hinges. Casings, brick moulding, and decorative hardware are also available. After fitting in the shop, the units are broken down for finish application.  After the finish process, the unit will be re-assembled as much as possible in preparation for shipping or delivery.

Shipping:
Shipping is normally accomplished by our trailer in the Four Corners area or by common carrier or air cargo to further destinations. All shipping is insured and prepaid.   If enough cargo is ready to ship on a given route, we will likely deliver on our trailer to provide better service to our clients.

Ordering a Custom Entryway:
In many cases, we are called upon to make special modifications to our stock doors or to create entirely unique designs. We welcome this challenge and feel that our knowledge and experience will yield a product of higher quality and durability.

Perhaps the client knows exactly what he wants, and can provide sketches or blueprints showing all the details. A price may be all that is required from us. On the other end of the spectrum, the client may only know the design theme, mood to be generated, or materials with which we must coordinate.  A dialog develops regarding the design in which the client participates as much as he desires. The final concept must be approved before construction begins.

Handing of Hardware:
We have found a variety of different definitions for handing across the country. We have chosen to use the guidelines prepared by Baldwin Hardware, shown at the bottom of this page. We require an approved handing diagram for all prehangs.

Terms:

We require a 50% deposit to secure the project on our schedule.  This amount covers design and consultation charges in addition to securing most material and hardware purchases.  An Order Invoice will be prepared at that time, delineating the specifics of the sale.  Due to the custom nature of our work, we will provide expected completion dates for your order upon request, however, we are not obligated to any deadline. There are simply too many aspects of our work that are outside of our control.

25% may be due when materials arrive. You will be notified by e-mail, phone, or fax at that time. This interim payment is occasionally required when there are significant costs early in the project or when the project is lengthy.  It's intent is to maintain cash flow and keep us from going "upside down" regarding the financing of your project.

The balance is due upon completion of the woodwork. This is the Final Invoice date and the Statement Date.   This amount covers the balance of labor on your project. It pretty much represents our paychecks for the work we have just performed. No one likes to have their paycheck delayed!  You will be notified by e-mail, phone, or fax at that time. Photos of your completed project will accompany e-mails.  The balance is due immediately, even if you have made arrangements for a later pick up time or subsequent delivery.  Projects are then sent for finish application (if required.)  After finish, glass is installed (if required.)  The units then will be reassembled as much as practical for delivery, or crated for shipping.

Nothing will leave our shop until final payment is received. There are no exceptions. If the purchase is on a construction draw account, we strongly recommend placing your draw in advance of interim and final payment dates so that there will be no delays in processing your order. We all want the order completed as quickly as possible. Delays in paying the deposit will yield a later schedule date. Delays in the interim payment will yield production delays. Delays in final payment will yield a finance charge and interest payments on the outstanding balance.

Thirty days after the Final Invoice Date, a finance charge of $84.00 will be added to any outstanding balance.   Interest (at 18% per annum) will apply and accrue from the Final Invoice Date.

If the project is completed in advance of your need, we will be happy to store it here at no charge as long as final payment has been made. Storage charges may be applied to goods left beyond the completion date if final payment has not been made. Storage charges will vary based on the space required for the project.

Christie’s Wood and Glass is not a subcontractor. We do not work on the job site. We do not itemize labor toward an individual client. We are a manufacturer and retailer of stock and custom architectural appointments. You are not required to issue a 1099 to us. We are not required to provide Workman’s Comp or liability information on your project.