Your Guide to Exterior French Doors

 


French doors are becoming increasingly popular among homeowners. Not only do they showcase natural light from the outdoors, but they create a beautiful statement and coordinate well with a variety of architectural styles.

 

Not surprisingly, French doors were named for their country of origin. In the 16th and 17th centuries, the French were the first to add windows to their doors. From there, they used French doors in their architecture to show off the natural light and frame the entrance to balconies and, eventually, homes.

Here are a few things to consider when adding French doors to your home.

Location Considerations 

French doors have some unique requirements when it comes to placement in the home. When choosing the best location for your new French doors, consider the following:

·       Sight lines: Will your French doors offer appealing views of the outdoors, comfortable access, and appropriate sun and wind exposure?

·       Clearances: French doors can take up more room than standard doorways. Will the doors have room to open fully in both directions?

·       Screens: Do you want your French doors to have a screen? If so, plan for floor space if they are hinged screens or an extra track for sliding screens. Another space-saving option is a retractable screen.

 

Types of French Doors 

You might be surprised to learn that French doors come in several styles. Once you have considered the location of the door, choose one of these types to fit your space.

·       Single-hinge: One hinged panel and a fixed sidelight that suggests the look of a pair.

·       Double-hinge: Both doors swing open.

·       Center-hinge: One hinged panel swings from the middle with a sidelight that suggests a pair of doors.

·       Single-Slider: A space-saving option where the door slides horizontally rather than on a hinge.

·       Telescoping-Slider: Up to 10 panes of glass that slide on smooth-gliding ball-bearing rollers for an extra large opening.

 

Material Options 

Your French doors can be made from a variety of materials. Choose the one that best suits your needs.

·       Vinyl: affordable and durable. Flawlessly mimics the look of painted wood.

·       Fiberglass: stable, energy-efficient, and low-maintenance.

·       Natural Wood: energy-efficient and robust.

 

French doors bring classic style to your home, provide natural light, and increase your retail potential. Enjoy the visual space and bridge to the outdoors by planning your next project today.

 

Trust The Window Depot to help guide you through your window and door replacement decisions. We are an exterior home remodeling company based in Tampa Bay, Florida, offering the best in windows, doors, siding, and more to update our customers' homes' beauty, value, energy efficiency, and safety. We specialize in enhancing a home's beauty, making it as energy efficient as possible, and improving its defense against the forces of nature, such as hurricanes.

    

Our goal is to provide a clean, prompt, and professional home improvement experience from start to finish. That is The Window Depot difference. Contact us for a free online quote or call us at 813-901-5555.

 

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