An Examination of French Doors

The origin of of French doors can be dated back to the end of the Renaissance period in the 17th century. The original intent of French doors was to allow natural light to flow from room to room and keep homes illuminated for long periods during the day. By the end of the 1600’s, England was featuring French doors for the first time, and sometime after that they starting appearing in America, especially in Louisiana where they are still seen today.

French doors are decorative doors that contain glass windows. These windows are sometimes alternately called lights. Often times, French doors will be double doors.  These florid doors are characterized by numerous unique features that separate them other doors. These characteristics generally include: Glazed glass, elaborate wood carvings, and sometimes even stained glass. Folding and sliding designs of French doors are also manufactured, and they are gaining in prevalence.

French doors can replace patio doors to provide more light into the home. In fact, French doors can be common in every room of the house. French doors make great front doors, and can be secured to the ground with locks for security. Most people elect to exhibit French doors in every room of their house, because they add sunlight as well as a breathtaking ambiance to every room they’re featured in.

There are multiple styles of French doors currently being made. The most common style are double French doors. These doors can be installed in bathrooms, bedrooms, or the office and swing open nicely to give the room a warm atmosphere. Double French doors come in two styles: In-swing, which are hung so they open into a room, and out-swing doors which open to the outside of the room. The style of your preference can be determined by where you plan to install the doors.

Another style is folding or multi panel French doors. Folding French doors are a double French door that slides into a panel to conserve space. This design adds both light and a modern look to your outdoor patio or room. These doors can either open fully or partially and are hinged together like an accordion and are stationed on a single track that allows for fast opening and closing.

French doors can either be installed inside or outside of the home, and will always give the area you choose a stylish and contemporary appearance.