Make a Grand Entrance with Double Front Doors

Published: September 29, 2020

A grand welcoming feature such as large double front doors and can be the first step to creating amazing curb appeal. Having double entry doors can create a bold statement to your entryway all while providing a stately quality to the front of your home.

Instant Curb Appeal

One of the biggest benefits of having double front doors on your house is the curb appeal. We know that we talk about curb appeal a lot but it is a big deal to the overall appearance of your home to guests and those just passing by. Having incredible curb appeal can also boost the resale value of your home when it comes time to sell.

Improve Accessibility

Whether it is to create a more accessible entrance for loved ones or just wanting to make it easier to transport your belongings to and from your home; no matter the reason double front doors make entry in to your home more accessible. Double entry doors that warm flow for welcoming guests and allow for large furniture to be moved through without banging up your door frame or having to remove the door from the hinges.

Will Double Doors Work in my Entryway?

Not all entryways are created equal so yours may or may not be able to support double entry doors. Doing some basic measurements will help you identify if double doors will work for you, for example standard front doors are 36-inches wide and we'd suggest at least a 60-inch or 5 foot space to offer enough space for standard size double doors with each being 30-inches wide. Here are some things to consider when it comes to double doors and whether or not they will work for you.

Do I have the required exterior wall space to install double exterior doors?
Is there adequate room inside for the doors to swing inward when open?
When the doors are open is movement within the entryway awkward or easy?

Can my Entryway Be Modified to Accommodate Double Front Doors

Short answer Yes, but there are things to consider first. Does space permit such changes; will the exterior double doors swing inward comfortably? In some cases you can reverse the hinges and allow the doors to swing outward. Other things to consider are the size of the doors, the location of any staircases near the doors, entry to rooms off of the main entry and lastly access to entryway closets.