Gerkin Storm Doors in Indianapolis, IN.

Uniquely Yours Aluminum Storm Doors

The Uniquely Yours series is the customization program. Homeowners select from nine models, then choose the color and the hardware, with additional options such as head ventilators, mouldings and custom sizing. Features across the series include lifetime hinges, a foam insulated frame, an adjustable sill expander and deep wool pile weatherstripping.



Model choices cover the common configurations: self-storing doors with a high or low kick panel, full-view designs with interchangeable screens, a screen-only door with a full screen and mullion for maximum ventilation, an insulated Low-E glass model for energy performance and decorative grille models for traditional and provincial elevations. Several models include a bottom vent that helps reduce heat build-up behind the glass.

Cabrio Retractable Screen Storm Doors

The Cabrio series is the retractable screen line. The screen is hidden in the head of the door when ventilation is not needed, which leaves a clear, uninterrupted view of the glass. The sash runs on a balance system rather than relying on the screen, and an automatic screen reset feature returns the screen when the sash is closed.



Cabrio doors use a 1-3/4 inch mainframe with heavy extruded aluminum corner gussets and rounded frame detailing. This series suits front entrances where appearance is a priority and the homeowner does not want a visible screen panel dividing the glass for most of the year.

Full View, Mid View and Self-Storing Configurations

A full-view door is mostly glass and shows off the entry door behind it. Screens are typically interchangeable, which means the glass panel is swapped for a screen panel seasonally and the unused panel has to be stored somewhere. A mid-view door places glass in the upper portion with a solid or grilled kick panel below, which stands up better in households with children or pets.



A self-storing door keeps both the glass and the screen in the door, so ventilation is a matter of sliding a sash rather than swapping and storing panels. Indy Doors can help weigh view, ventilation, storage space and durability against the way the entrance is actually used before a model is selected.

Glass, Screens and Heat Considerations

Tempered glass is standard across the Gerkin storm door line, and insulated Low-E glass is available on select models where energy performance is a priority. Screen options vary by model and include interchangeable heavy-duty screens, full screens with a mullion and the retractable screens used in the Cabrio series.



One consideration deserves attention on any full-view storm door. Glass in front of a dark entry door on a south or west elevation can trap heat between the two doors, which can affect the finish on the entry door over time. Bottom vents, lighter entry door colors and shaded exposures all reduce that risk, and the entry door manufacturer guidance should be reviewed before pairing a full-view storm door with a dark slab.

Measuring, Handing and Installation

A storm door mounts to the existing entry door frame, so the usable width and height of the brickmould or casing determine what will fit. Handing, hinge side, closer placement, sweep clearance over the threshold and the depth of the existing trim all need to be confirmed before ordering, particularly on older Indianapolis homes where openings are rarely square.



Custom sizing is available through the Uniquely Yours program when a standard size will not work. Indy Doors can gather the measurements, confirm handing and coordinate delivery so the door arrives ready to install rather than requiring rework on site.

Gerkin Storm Door Support From Indy Doors

With more than 37 years of specialized door experience, Indy Doors understands how a storm door interacts with the entry door, the frame, the threshold and the hardware behind it. Our team can assist with model comparison, color and hardware selection, field measurements, custom sizing, closer and sweep adjustment questions and delivery coordination.



We serve Indianapolis and surrounding communities across Central Indiana. Contact Indy Doors to discuss a Gerkin storm door for your entrance and request a quote.