Interior French Doors What are their Benefits?

Published: March 11, 2021

French doors can transform any room, they let in natural light, provide views into other rooms or even outdoors and they can even be a design feature in the room themselves. French doors are great for creating division between two rooms and are more versatile than creating an open through an archway cut into a wall.

Increase Value

Not only do French doors increase the aesthetics of your home but they also increase the economic value of your home. Unless you plan on gifting your home to your kids you need to consider how your design features will impact the value of your home when it comes time to sell so that you get the most for your time and money. French doors are grand and beautiful; they can tie a room together, make it feel more open or cozy depending on whether they are open or closed.

Add More Room

Do you have a single door between two rooms that is making each room feel smaller? Adding French doors can help you increase the available space and create a more open feel without having to sacrifice having the ability to close a door.

Minimize Energy Costs

Having French doors in your home instead of open doorways or archways can help reduce energy costs especially if you are using standalone units to heat and cool an area. By closing your French doors you can enclose the area and trap the warm or cool air in that room and allow the heater or air conditioner to work less and save money in the long run.