The Benefits of French Doors

Published: March 02, 2021

Exterior French doors on patio opening to living area

French doors have remained one of the most popular door designs for hundreds of years and for good reason. French doors are elegant and versatile with a design that can complement any home. The original French door made its first appearance during the 17th century Renaissance when they were exploring new artistic architectural styles. The first versions consisted of full length windows that led out to balconies; it was transforming these windows into operable doors that allowed access to these small balconies while still letting in natural light that put these doors into the limelight.

Functionality

Even though the origins of French doors based on the need to create access to small balconies, modern French doors aren't just for exterior purposes. In modern homes these doors have become a staple to aesthetically connect interior rooms and close off rooms to contain heat or noise from a busy area. Interior French doors can simultaneously make a room feel more spacious when they are opened or make a room more cozy and comfortable when closed.

Light Up Your Home

Your typical door has little to no glass to allow light to filter into the room or home from outside, however this is not the case with French doors. With French doors you no longer have to sacrifice natural light for privacy or an enclosed space. While these doors have large window panes to allow lots of natural light, in case there is a need for more of a visual privacy curtains can be added to the doors to be drawn when needed, making them the best of both worlds.

Increased Value

With French doors come elegance, class and an aesthetic edge to any home interior or exterior. This isn't our opinion; French doors add a new level of value to your home that can become increasingly important if and when you decide to sell. The installation of a French door is an upgrade and even the small details can grab a potential buyer's attention. Even if you are planning on reselling a home and looking to make a statement in a dated interior room consider installing a French door to add a touch of detail that any potential home buyer will notice immediately.

Versatile

French doors are no longer just for balconies, they can be added to any room or exterior entrance in your home. Wherever you plan to install a French door in your home there is a style to suit you and your design perfectly. With all the available wood species, glass configurations and hardware options French doors can be an extremely functional part of your homes design.