The Entry unit consists of a precast concrete stairwell; made with Milan Vault’s tested and proven concrete, and a Gordon cellar door.
NOTE: As of September 1st, 2023; we will no longer be installing this product. We will continue to make the pre-cast steps and have Gordon Doors in stock for you to purchase, we just ask for a 3-week lead-time for scheduling and availability.
Sizing Information
Job Site Requirements
Cellar Door Entry Benefits:
Basic Installation Process:
Advantages and Features:
Concrete Stairwell
NOTE: As of September 1st, 2023; we will no longer be installing this product. We will continue to make the pre-cast steps and have Gordon Doors in stock for you to purchase, we just ask for a 3-week lead-time for scheduling and availability.
Sizing Information
Job Site Requirements
Cellar Door Entry Benefits:
- Adds building code compliant emergency egress.
- Provides direct access to mechanical equipment, reducing traffic and damage to the main level of the home.
- Allows large furniture, bulky appliances and patio furniture to be easily moved into basement areas
- Creates additional living space and sealable square footage.
- The Cellar Door Entry system works well on any new or existing concrete foundation.
Basic Installation Process:
- Holes for the special high-strength bolts are drilled through foundation.
- Facing surfaces are coated with self-sealing butyl resin strip sealant for a watertight seal. The Cellar Door Entry precast stairwell is then lowered into position onto the foundation footing.
- Precast stairwell is secured prior to backfill through foundation wall using built-in steel anchors. On a block or precast foundation, a permanent steel support is installed on a concrete slab underneath the precast unit.
- The Gordon Cellar Door is anchored to the precast stairwell and caulked. The area is then backfilled and landscaped.
Advantages and Features:
Concrete Stairwell
- Made from the same NPCA tested and proven concrete as all of the concrete products Milan Vault produces.
- Precast in one piece.
- Can be installed on poured concrete and concrete block foundations.
- Satisfies IRC 2015 Building Code requirements for emergency egress in finished basements.
- Heavy Duty Sheet Steel (.090 - .105 thick) is hot rolled for extra strength and durability.
- Automatic Hold Open Safety Catch keeps doors open securely until you release them. Quick lift releases doors for gentle
- Alkyd Resin Primer is uniformly applied by totally dipping doors and then baking which helps assure a smooth, long lasting final coat and weather protection.
- Field Proven Flange Design sheds rain water and snow just like flashing. Easier access to mounting holes makes installation faster and simpler
- Externally, Gordon basement doors have the capability of padlocking the handles together. Exterior keyed locks are also available.