French Doors

We Manufacture and Supply a Wide Range of Patio Doors

We’re a UK manufacturer and supplier of French Doors, building all our French doors in-house using high quality, durable materials. Prices start from £650 and we can deliver nationwide across the UK mainland. Our French doors come in a range of standard sizes, however, we can also make doors to measure.

Timber Range
We manufacture and supply timber French doors. Customise to your liking. Choose a door size, wood colour, door style & ironmongery for handles
Prices start from 750
Bespoke Range
Customise every aspect of your door, from material and colour to glass size and door height. We have a wide range of options available
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Aluminium Range
We manufacture and supply doors in aluminium and customise every aspect of the door, including frame, glass size and handle options
Prices start from 750
Traditional Range
Available in hardwoods, including oak and aluminium. Customise size, glass and ironmongery options
Prices start from 650
About French Doors

Why Do We Call Them French Doors?

When it comes to the perfect blend of aesthetics and practicality, French doors tick all the boxes.

These date back to the late 16th century Italy. They were originally used as floor-to-ceiling windows providing access onto small Juliette balconies. During this time, Italy was at war with France. The French upon victory returned home with many of the Italian’s design influences in tow. These doors then began cropping up throughout the Renaissance era, becoming especially popular in the mid-17th century.

While these doors were originally used to access balconies on upper floors, over time, their usage in ground floor applications increased. Design evolved from being predominantly wooden to making use of a number of different materials, such as wrought iron and glass. Following their popularity in Europe, French doors arrived in the UK in the late 17th century.

What’s the Difference Between a French Door and a Patio Door?

The main difference between patio doors and French doors is in the way they open.

Patio doors are sliding doors, meaning they slide to open on a track. This is installed along the top and bottom of the door. French doors open outwards in a traditional manner, and typically used as room dividers and double doors. Rest assured, there’s something for everyone in our internal white primed door collection.

Why Choose French Doors?

Hardwood French doors are becoming a popular choice. Made from hardwoods such as timber/oak, these materials are treated and resistant to weathering, mould, UV damage and are also fade resistant.

Bespoke French doors help a property maintain a high-quality look and feel throughout, and often add a real character inside the property. The heavier weight is an added benefit, as the doors feel sturdier, close much more firmly and are also a better option in terms of security.

Depending on the location of the doors, they also have the ability to let in more natural light. This, in turn, helps the property feel more open and spacious. You can customise your door however you like. Choose your preferred material, the finish, size and colour, and we’ll develop something that’s truly bespoke for your living space. You simply won’t find anything else like it in a shop front.

You can make sure your doors fit perfectly with your existing decor scheme. Rest assured they’ll suit both your needs and your style preferences to a tee! Of course, remodelling has the potential to significantly add value to your home. So, replacing unloved, clunky doors with slimline and sophisticated internal French doors can improve both your standard of living and potentially your home’s resale value.

Bespoke French doors are a beautiful addition to a property and can be used as an external set or an internal set. External French doors can connect the house with the garden, which can be great for families with small children or for those who like to enjoy and entertain outdoors. Our range of internal doors can be used to connect rooms such as living rooms to kitchens, or living rooms to additional enclosures and living spaces such as orangeries and conservatories.

Additional Product Information

French doors typically come in a range of different materials, the most common being PVCu and hardwood. PVCu or uPVC French doors are typically mass produced and are a cheaper alternative to hardwood versions. uPVC versions are durable, light weight and cost effective, but don’t carry the same quality, look and feel of hardwood alternatives.

A French door style consists of a frame around one or more transparent glass panels which come in a variety of different sizes. These panels are commonly referred to as “lites” or “lights” which can be installed singly or in pairs.

A matching pair of these doors is known as a French window as it resembles a door height casement window. To prevent water ingress, French doors typically require a weather strip at floor level to prevent water passing into the rails/components and into the property. Additional components and seals are typically included to prevent air leakage in and out of the property. This gives them better thermal efficiency.

On some French Doors, an espagnolette bolt is used. This allows the head and foot of each door to travel in one direction. The fabrication and high quality of joinery allows for larger glass panes to be installed, enabling larger quantities of light to enter a property.

Discover More About Our Exterior and Interior French Doors

Bifold Doors UK offers a wide range of customisable options for French Doors, both internal and external. French doors are made using high quality FSC sourced wood. We engineer and manufacture this into double doors that are sleek, beautiful to look at and functional, but designed to last.

We offer a wide range of options to customise your doors. Simply choose your height, size, glass arrangement, wood stain and much more. Why not give us a call to speak to a member of the Bifold Door UK team?

Brochures, Specifications & CAD Diagrams

The brochures below are applicable to bifold doors, French doors, patio doors and other similar products. If you have any further questions, please contact us.

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