SL-17 Pebble Grain Hybrid FRP Door
Our #1 Best Selling Door – and for good reason! Meet our super-tough SL-17 featuring SpecLite 3® FRP. This door face option is extremely resistant to dents, scratches, and scuffs, and is 6x more stain resistant and 10x more cleanable than typical FRP!
Durable Commercial Doors – The Ultimate Solution for High-Traffic Entrances
The SL-17 door, “The Original School Door” has been a powerhouse since 1983. It stands strong against the force and power unleashed by students. But this commercial door isn’t just for schools.
Solve Your Toughest Challenges
If you haven’t installed the SL-17 door in your commercial building yet, now is the time. Identify the entrance facing the most abuse – the one needing frequent adjustments, repainting due to graffiti, or plagued by rust. Start by evaluating your exterior doors (though this door can also be used for interiors).
The SL-17 FRP Hybrid Door guarantees lasting durability, backed by a warranty that works. Experience peace of mind with a 10-year, 100% parts & labor warranty and a limited lifetime warranty against corrosion, failure of corner joinery, and more. Add expert installation for your commercial door hardware for added assurance and security. Imagine the time and money you could save with reduced maintenance and repair needs.
Key Benefits & Features
Secure and Durable: Lightweight yet heavy-duty. Impact-resistant doors are designed for high-traffic areas, helping to prevent break-ins and vandalism.
Low Maintenance: FRP and aluminum don’t require painting and are resistant to scratches, dents, and other damage.
Easy to Clean: Our FRP-faced commercial doors are easy to clean and sanitize, and the hygienic surface won’t harbor bacteria or mold (USDA and FDA cGMP compliant).
Thermal Performance: Our doors have excellent insulating properties, which can reduce energy consumption and lower costs.
Superior Weather and Moisture Resistance: Withstands precipitation, extreme temperatures, and high humidity without rusting or rotting.
Customization: Colors, finishes, accessories, and commercial door hardware to match your facility’s aesthetic and functionality.
Tough and Durable: The SL-17 features fiber-reinforced polymer face sheets for resilience and color personalization. Truly a heavy duty door without the weight.
Scratch and Graffiti Resistance: Equipped with our exclusive SpecLite 3® surface seal for easy cleanup and protection against vandalism and graffiti.
Structural Strength: Aluminum chassis provides flexural strength, while stiles and rails are securely joined with galvanized steel tie rods.
Thermal and Acoustical Performance: Closed-cell, high-density polyurethane foam core ensures optimal thermal performance.
Hardware & Accessories: Choose from glass and vision lite kits to louver options, security grates, and more!
Specialty Ratings: This commercial door option is available in a blast-rated, forced entry resistant, and impact or hurricane (Florida and Texas Department of Insurance or TDI) rated configurations. Are you looking for fire-rated doors with these features? Special-Lite also offers a fire-rated door to match the SL-17.
Commercial Building Applications
Ideal for areas with high traffic and even harsh environments that cause other doors, including hollow metal, to fail:
- K-12 schools
- Colleges and universities
- Sports arenas
- Pool facilities
- Parks and recreation
- Public/municipal buildings
- Wastewater treatment plants
- Restaurant and food service
- Agriculture production and storage
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Laboratories and clean rooms
- Healthcare and assisted living
- Car washes and automotive
- Port authorities and coastal buildings
- Animal holding and care
Independently tested at more than 25,000,000 cycles, the SL-17 is the go-to choice, where a hollow metal door, a wood door, or even a steel door can quickly succumb to damage.
More Customization Options
You can customize and enhance your Hybrid FRP Commercial Doors system in many ways. Choose from:
- Oversized and monorail cutouts
- Bi-fold window units with screen
- Vandal screens
- Custom finishes
- Curving
- Muntins
- Panels
Proven Performance
The SL-17 FRP Door meets or exceeds industry-standard testing for impact, air leakage, thermal transmittance, hurricane testing (Florida & TDI – Texas), and sound transmission. Looking for commercial door frames to complete your system? Choosing the right door frame will enhance your building even further. Take advantage of single-source simplicity.
Make the informed choice for your entrance system – invest in the SL-17 Hybrid FRP Door for unparalleled durability, modern design, and quality craftsmanship. Say goodbye to constant repairs and maintenance, and welcome a commercial door with durability, graffiti resistance, and much more!
