Custom & Carved Wood Doors
At Great River Door Co., we’ve been turning doorways into works of art for over 20 years. Founded by Brent Manley, a gifted designer and carver, and Mark Erickson, with over 30 years of door-building experience, our small company takes a personalized approach to each project. Our commitment is to quality, craftsmanship, and bringing your custom door ideas to life.
Residential Carved Doors
With our residential carved doors, we start by understanding the structural needs of each client, whether it’s a single door with jamb or a more complex double door unit with sidelites and transom. Our process involves sandcarving images into wood panels, a technique that adds depth and character to designs ranging from simple pine boughs to intricate animal and scenic landscapes. For more elaborate designs, we incorporate additional hand-carved details to enhance the overall aesthetic. Our doors aren’t just made; they’re crafted, with every design laid out, cut, and carved by hand, ensuring a level of detail and quality unmatched in the industry.
Traditional Wood Doors
In addition to our carved doors, we offer traditional wood doors that echo the quality of our carved ones but without the carved element. These doors often feature custom hand-forged straps, grills, or clavos, creating an “old world” or SouthWest look. Each traditional door is a product of meticulous craftsmanship, made with the same high-quality woods and structural integrity as our carved doors. These doors are a testament to our dedication to craftsmanship, embodying both elegance and timeless design.
Reclaimed Wood Doors
For those who cherish history and character, our reclaimed wood doors are the perfect choice. Crafted from wood beams sourced mostly from dismantled warehouses, these doors exhibit unique traits like nail holes, staining, and natural wear. Working with reclaimed wood is an art form, demanding careful selection to ensure both character and structural stability. We offer varying levels of distress to suit our customers’ preferences, adding a rugged or old-world charm to their doorways.
Wood Doors: Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Great River custom wood doors different from stock doors?
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Great River doors are fully handcrafted, built-to-order units made from premium solid woods. Unlike stock doors, ours feature engineered joinery, thicker components, and finishes designed to hold up to real-world conditions — giving you durability, character, and true custom quality.
Can I get a custom size door for an unusual opening?
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Yes. Every door we build can be sized to your exact specifications, including non-standard widths and heights. Just provide the opening dimensions and we’ll build the door to fit.
What wood species do you offer for doors?
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We typically offer a selection of high-quality species such as pine, fir, cedar, alder, and reclaimed beam wood. Each species has its own grain character, color, and performance traits.
Do your doors come pre-finished or unfinished?
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Our doors can be finished in the shop prior to delivery, based on the finish you choose. We also provide finishing guidance if you prefer to apply or touch up the finish on-site.
How long does it take to build a custom door?
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Because each door is handcrafted to your exact design and size, lead times vary depending on complexity and current production schedules. Your sales rep will provide an estimated timeline when you place your order.
Are your doors suitable for exterior use?
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Absolutely. Our exterior doors are engineered with weather-resistant joinery, finishes tailored for exposure, and industry-appropriate hardware preparations to ensure performance in outdoor conditions.
What styles of doors can you build?
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We craft a wide range of styles — from traditional panel doors and barn-inspired designs to carved themes, reclaimed wood units, and custom architectural concepts. If you can describe it, we can usually build it.
Do you offer hardware or glass options with your doors?
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Yes. We can prepare doors for the hardware and glass you select, and in many cases we offer a variety of decorative glass inserts and hardware preps. Talk to us about your design preferences.
How should I care for my wood door once installed?
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Regular maintenance — such as cleaning, checking seals, and inspecting the finish — keeps your door performing well. We provide maintenance tips and finish care guidance tailored to your climate and finish.
Can you match a door to an existing architectural style or design theme?
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Yes. We work with your drawings, photos, or inspiration references to create a door that complements your home’s aesthetic, whether it’s historic, rustic, modern, or traditional.
Whether it’s a carved, traditional, or reclaimed wood door you’re looking for, contact Great River Door Co. to begin crafting your custom wood door today.
