French Doors
French Doors
In-swing and out-swing French patio doors in wood and fiberglass, tuned for Southern California living.
French doors give a patio opening the proportion and light it deserves. We install pre-hung French systems with the joinery, weatherstripping and hardware needed to operate smoothly through years of daily use.
Most homeowners ask us first about swing direction, glass pattern and how the doors will seal when both panels are closed. We walk through each of those decisions in person at the opening.
What we install
Configurations and options
In-Swing French Doors
The most common configuration — panels swing into the room, with full-height weather seals at the head, jamb, sill and astragal.
Out-Swing French Doors
Panels swing out onto the patio, saving interior floor space. Specified with reinforced hinges and storm-rated details.
Wood French Doors
Stiles and rails in species like alder, fir and mahogany with divided-light or full-lite glass.
Fiberglass French Doors
Stable, low-maintenance and available in smooth or wood-grain finishes — strong choice for sun-exposed openings.
Patio French Doors
Configured for the patio opening with sidelights, transoms or full sidelite glass to bring in daylight.
Highlights
Built for Southern California conditions
- • Active and passive panel astragal seal
- • Multi-point locking on the active panel
- • Adjustable composite sill with drainage
- • Dual-pane low-e glass standard
- • Divided-light, full-lite or custom glass patterns
- • Hardware coordinated across the home
Questions about french doors
Should I choose in-swing or out-swing French doors?+
In-swing is the more common choice for interior-to-patio openings and tends to weather better. Out-swing saves interior floor space and can be specified with reinforced hinges and weather details for exposed locations.
Are French doors energy-efficient?+
Modern French doors with insulated glass and full weather seals can perform well. Dual-pane low-e glass and a tight astragal seal between the two panels make the biggest difference.
Can I add French doors where I currently have a sliding door?+
Often yes. The opening width may need to be adjusted, and a header check is required, but converting a slider to French doors is a common remodel we handle.
Ready for a door that lasts decades?
Schedule a free in-home consultation. We measure, recommend, and handle every detail through final inspection.