French doors were created at the end of the French Renaissance period. They gained rapid fame among the architectural masters in Germany and France, especially during the 19th century and things have not changed today. French doors were romantically designed as large windows that reached down to the floor, generally opening onto small Romeo and Juliet style balconies. They were designed to allow more natural light into the rooms where they are installed. French doors remain the focal point of beautiful décor in offices and homes throughout many areas of the world.
When the weather is nice you can open your French doors to give your living space a more expansive look, not to mention allow the wonderful fresh air to circulate throughout your home or office. There are many benefits in using French door installations from US Window & Door such as improved home security, energy efficiency and insulation, durability, and reduced maintenance. Modern technology has upgraded French doors with many innovative features such as opaque glass and tinted glass features. There are also sliding French doors and Louvered French doors which accentuate the interior connectivity of your rooms. Sliding French doors are very energy efficient, with options which include:
• Glazing options to enhance energy performance.
• Meets or exceeds Energy Star guidelines.
• Tempered, low E2 with argon insulating glass.
• Available for coastal regions IZ2 and IZ3.
• Multi-point locking system for increased security.
• Extruded aluminum clad exteriors.
• DP40 performance rating, and more features.
Louvered French doors offer a unique cohesiveness throughout an office or home. They are beautifully designed doors for closets, room dividers, front entry doors, stylish interior doors and much more. Every French door is different and thus has its own set of characteristics which can be customized for your architectural layout. French doors include varying wood types, custom stile and rail sizes, reduced air flow, and many other custom specifications. All doors are featured in wood, vinyl, aluminum and fiberglass. Additional options include Phantom Screens which are designed similar to pull down screens or blinds, they open and close vertically with hidden rolling mechanisms that can be color matched to each housings frame.
French door styles also include Plastpro Impact doors and Fire Rate Fiberglass doors. Plastpro is a new, innovative technology which is designed with moisture protection, strong composite materials, as well as resistance to damage from weather and ultraviolet rays, and unique engineering that can withstand strong winds and fire temperatures. These impact doors are available in several different finishes which will not peel, bend, or crack, but are available in varying sizes and colors to match your home décor.
US Window & Door is an independent business with services throughout the San Diego area and Southern California. They remain one of the most reliable makers of reputable window and door replacements. If you’re considering having your doors or windows upgraded, they are definitely worthy of your consideration.