Custom wrought iron doors generally cost more than custom wood doors, but there is no reliable fixed percentage or dollar difference because both are priced by size, configuration, design, materials, and hardware. A custom wrought iron door typically costs $4,000 to $20,000 or more, while the wood-door price must be based on the selected species and specifications.
Single wrought iron doors generally range from $4,000 to $8,000, double doors from $7,500 to $15,000, and oversized or arched systems from $10,000 to $20,000 or more. Wood-door pricing varies significantly based on species such as mahogany, oak, or alder, as well as thickness, carving, panel construction, glass, finish, and whether the design is single or double.
The higher cost of wrought iron commonly reflects 12-gauge construction, custom fabrication, welding, hand-forged scrollwork, protective finishes, and the additional structural requirements of a heavy entry system. Sidelights, transoms, operable or insulated glass, thermal barrier technology, custom hardware, and complex arches can widen the price difference.
Installation should be performed by a qualified local contractor. Labor costs may also be higher for wrought iron because the door’s weight can require specialized handling, anchoring, framing, and alignment.
An accurate comparison requires quotes for equivalent opening dimensions, configurations, glass, finish, hardware, thermal performance, shipping, and installation requirements.
