There’s nothing that says “welcome” like a beautiful, well-maintained front entry. But the door or doors that separate your home from the rest of the world should do more than simply add curb appeal.

Q. I have an old wooden front door with sidelights. The door is in bad shape and leaky, but the sidelights are fine. Is it possible to replace just the door and not the sidelights to save money? A.

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › The front door is more than merely an entry into your house. It’s part of the exterior ...