French Door

The collection also includes two pine wood exterior French doors: a 6-lite clear-glass design and a 1-lite arched clear-glass design.

If you are shopping for French patio doors, start with these exterior models and confirm their dimensions, frame configuration, and installation requirements for your patio entrance. Interior models should not be substituted for outdoor use, as their thickness, materials, and finishes differ. Pine wood exterior doors should receive a suitable waterproof protective finish before use.

White and black finishes give indoor French doors different visual roles. White can blend with existing trim, while black creates a stronger outline around the glass.

If you want to match a specific paint color, choose a model identified as primed. Primed surfaces can be painted; PVC-wrapped surfaces are already finished and can be used without painting. Check the finish of the selected model rather than assuming every white or black door has the same surface treatment.

Clear glass works well where an open view is part of the design. It lets you see into the next room, making it a practical choice for shared living spaces or a pantry you prefer to keep on display.

Frosted glass softens that view and helps screen everyday activity or stored items. It still allows light through, so it should not be treated as a blackout surface. Depending on lighting and proximity, silhouettes may remain visible.

The glass layout changes the appearance, too. A 1-lite design creates a broad, uninterrupted glass area. Designs with 3, 5, or 10 lites introduce more divisions, while half-lite styles combine an upper glass section with a solid lower panel. Compare the layout with nearby windows and cabinetry to create a consistent look.

Interior French doors create a defined entrance without blocking the view as completely as a solid panel door. Between a dining room and living area, clear glass keeps the rooms visually connected when the doors are closed. For a home office, frosted glass can reduce visual distractions while allowing light to pass between spaces.

Consider how you will use the opening throughout the day. A pair of doors can provide a wider passage when both leaves are open, but each leaf needs room to swing. Check nearby furniture, light switches, and walkways before deciding where the doors should open.

Choose clear glass if you want to maintain a view into the adjoining room. Frosted glass is better suited to reducing visual distractions and screening the workspace. Neither choice alone establishes how much sound the installed doors will block.

For sizes labeled with two panel widths, it refers to the pair. A listing marked “48 in (24 in × 2)” means two 24 in leaves. Use the product’s dimension guide to confirm the required opening and installation clearances.

The slab-only option does not include a frame, hinges, or handles. If you also need a door frame or a hardware accessory kit, you can purchase them on the product page.

Yes, if the selected model has a primed finish. PVC-wrapped models have a finished surface and do not need painting. Follow the preparation instructions for the specific finish.

Yes, minor height adjustments are possible by trimming the bottom edge only. The maximum trimming allowance depends on the door type:

UV-finished glass and black PVC-finished glass doors, and pine wood doors: up to 40 mm (approximately 1.57 in).

These allowances apply only to the bottom edge, not the top or sides. Confirm your model and measurements before cutting, and have a qualified installer complete the adjustment.

We do not recommend it. Choose an exterior model for an outdoor opening and check its finishing and installation requirements. Indoor doors are designed for different conditions and should not be assumed suitable for outdoor exposure.