Patio Doors

French Doors

French doors bring a classic, elegant look to a patio or garden entrance, with wide rails and glass that make the doorway feel like part of the architecture. You can choose hinged doors that swing open, or sliding French doors that give the same look without the swing.

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How They Work

Hinged or Sliding, the Same Classic Look

A hinged French door has one or two panels that swing on hinges, either into the room or out to the patio. A pair of doors that opens fully gives the widest, most traditional opening of any patio door.

A sliding French door uses the same wide stiles and rails but rolls on a track like a slider. It’s the answer when you love the look but don’t have room for doors to swing.

Hinged French doors opening from a breakfast nook
Pros and Cons

Are French Doors Right for You?

The honest trade-offs, from the crew that installs them.

Why people choose them

  • ✓Classic look that suits Craftsman and traditional homes
  • ✓A pair of hinged doors opens the full width
  • ✓Wide rails can carry grids and decorative glass
  • ✓Sliding versions save swing space
  • ✓Multi-point locks on hinged doors

Worth knowing

  • •Hinged doors need clear floor or patio space to swing
  • •Weatherproofing a swinging door matters more on exposed sides
  • •Usually cost more than a basic slider
East Bay Homes

Where French Doors Work Best in East Bay Homes

Where we recommend them most.

Craftsman and traditional homes in Oakland and BerkeleyPeriod-correct look
Dining rooms opening to a gardenElegant, wide opening
Homes with room for a door to swingFull-width hinged pair
Tight rooms that still want the lookSliding French door
Covered porches and patiosProtected from weather
Primary bedrooms opening to a deckClassic and secure

See how we approach homes in Oakland, Berkeley, Lafayette, Danville.

Brands We Install

French Doors From the Brands We Install

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Anlin Malibu French doors with a 3-point lock and deadbolt, plus pet door options. Anlin options → Milgard Tuscany and C700 swinging patio doors. Milgard options → Simonton Madeira French sliding doors: the French look without the swing. Simonton options → Windsor Pinnacle and Legend swinging patio doors. Windsor options → Alside Promenade sliders in a French style. Alside options →
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Common Questions

French Door FAQ

Straight answers from the people who install them.

Inswing doors are traditional and easy to screen; outswing doors save room inside and seal well against wind. We look at the space on both sides before recommending one.
Yes. A sliding French door has the same wide frame and classic look, but rolls on a track.
Often, yes. We check the opening size and the floor space, and handle any framing changes the new door needs.
Hinged French doors from quality brands use multi-point locks that latch at the top, middle and bottom.
Size, material, panel count, glass and hardware all change the price, and so does any structural work on the opening. We measure first, then give you a fair, detailed written quote for free, and the quote is the price you pay.

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Tell us about the opening and how you use it. Alex or Leon will measure, help you choose the door, brand and glass, and send a fair written quote. We usually reply within 48 hours.

  • Free, no-pressure estimates
  • Our own crew, no subcontractors
  • 5.0 on Google, 28 reviews
  • 4-year workmanship warranty

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