Frequently Asked Questions
About Interior Doors in Florida
Get answers to the most common questions about choosing, installing and maintaining interior doors built for Florida homes and humidity.
Local Expertise FAQs
Florida’s humidity can take a toll on doors made with natural wood, causing them to warp, swell or stick over time. The best options for our climate are engineered or composite materials that resist moisture and temperature changes.
Solid-core MDF (medium-density fiberboard), fiberglass or laminated composite doors are ideal choices — they maintain shape, close smoothly and provide better long-term durability than solid wood in high-humidity conditions. For exterior or high-moisture areas, we also recommend weather-sealed frames and high-quality finishes that protect against expansion and rot.
Homeowners and builders across Orange, Volusia and surrounding Central Florida counties have access to a wide range of custom and semi-custom door options through 1st Choice Door & Millwork. Whether you’re after a unique size, design detail or finish, our team helps you choose the right materials and style, then coordinates the build and installation for a perfect fit.
Florida follows the Florida Building Code (FBC), which requires all interior doors to meet minimum width, height and egress standards depending on their placement in the home.
- Width: Most interior passage doors must be at least 30 inches wide (to allow a 28-inch clear opening).
- Height: Minimum door height is 6 feet 8 inches.
- Egress & Accessibility: Certain doors, such as those leading to hallways or accessible bathrooms, may require wider openings for ADA compliance.
Building codes are updated regularly, so it’s always best to confirm requirements with your local permitting office or contractor before installation. Our team can help ensure all selected products meet current Florida standards.
Product Selection & Materials FAQs
Choosing the right interior door for your project depends on where it’s being installed, how much privacy or sound control you need and your preferred design style.
- Solid-core doors are ideal for bedrooms, offices and living areas where noise reduction and durability matter.
- Hollow-core doors work well for closets, pantries and low-traffic areas where cost and weight are priorities.
- MDF or composite doors provide smooth surfaces for painting and resist warping better than solid wood in Florida’s humidity.
If you’re unsure, start by defining the function of each space, then select the construction and finish that best fits your project’s performance needs and design goals.
The best interior door isn’t one-size-fits-all — it depends on your space, style and performance needs. High-quality doors are built from durable materials, with precise construction and a finish suited to your environment. A well-made door should feel solid, close smoothly and maintain its shape over time, even in Florida’s humidity. The right choice balances appearance, sound control and longevity, ensuring your doors perform beautifully for years to come.
1st Choice Door & Millwork offers a wide selection of interior doors in premium woods, allowing you to match the right construction and finish to your home’s design.
It depends on your priorities. Solid wood doors are strong, durable and valued for their natural grain and texture, but they’re also more prone to expanding and contracting in humid climates like Central Florida. MDF doors, on the other hand, are engineered to stay stable and resist warping. They also provide a perfectly smooth surface for painted finishes and are typically more affordable.
Interior door trends continue to evolve each year, blending design, function and innovation. Recently, we’ve seen that clean-lined modern and minimalist styles are leading the way, with flush and shaker doors, matte finishes and natural wood tones among the most popular looks. Homeowners are also embracing bold colors, sustainable materials and subtle hardware accents that make doors a focal point of interior design.
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