French doors have long been a favourite in both traditional and modern homes. Whether you’re replacing your dated doors or need new doors from your extension or new-build home, French doors bring a sense of charm and elegance while delivering practical benefits.
French Doors: The Ideal Choice for Style, Functionality, and Versatility
Today’s French Doors provide a complete solution and often come in as a more affordable option to bifolding or sliding doors. You have a fantastic choice in new French doors. From contemporary to timber-look, ultra slim, steel or steel-look aluminium. Doors with the lowest U-Values, and even using a combination of materials, aluminium outside, wood or PVCu inside. At CBP we offer arguably every possible type of French door for your home. Here is why French doors are a fantastic addition to any property.
Why Choose French Doors?
French doors offer seamless access between indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a visually stunning, symmetrical design that enhances both aesthetic appeal and functionality. Unlike bifold doors, which stack to the side when opened, French doors provide a wide, clear opening in a straightforward two-panel design, making them exceptionally user-friendly and perfect for the most-used doors in your home. This simplicity in design allows for easy access to gardens, patios, and balconies while maximising light flow.
Available as open-in or open-out designs, French doors allow for layout flexibility to suit any space. You can customise these doors with matching side or top panels, creating a unified look that integrates beautifully with fixed or even opening windows. The addition of low thresholds on many French doors means smoother transitions between spaces, making them accessible for wheelchair users, parents with pushchairs, or simply where a reduced step is preferable.
Looking for the most glass and least visible frame? French doors crafted in steel or steel-look aluminium offer the slimmest profiles available. With floating lock designs, these doors are incredibly narrow, creating uninterrupted sightlines and maximising views. There is no slimmer door.
French doors in aluminium also come in larger panel sizes than standard PVCu doors, and steel options are available even wider and taller. Steel doors can also be designed with custom shapes, such as curved or arched doors, for a truly bespoke solution.
When opting for timber-look French doors, you gain the natural charm and detail of fine joinery without the high maintenance requirements of solid wood. These doors replicate the appearance of timber, featuring realistic wood grain, mechanical joints, and classic hardware for an authentic look. Additionally, you can create a cohesive design by matching French doors with bifold systems for the same aesthetic right down to the handles, hinges, and sightlines.
The Benefits of Each Material in CBP’s French Door Range
CBP offers French doors across a range of premium materials, each providing unique benefits. Here’s a quick guide to help you choose the right fit for your property:
- Aluminium-Timber and Aluminium-PVCu from Internorm
Internorm’s French doors blend high-performance aluminium exteriors with the warmth and visual appeal of timber or PVCu on the inside. These doors offer superior insulation, low maintenance, and stylish design options. Aluminium-timber options are especially popular for sustainable builds, thanks to the use of responsibly sourced wood. - Aluco Elite Steel-Look Aluminium
Aluco Elite French doors in steel-look aluminium provide the thinnest frames available, with a floating lock and ultra-slim glazing bars. Perfect for contemporary homes or those wanting a touch of Art Deco flair, these doors create a striking, minimalist appearance. - Evolution PVCu Timber-Look
Evolution’s timber-look French doors capture the charm of wooden joinery but require minimal maintenance, making them an attractive, budget-friendly option compared to solid wood. These doors feature realistic finishes, period-style hardware, and mechanical joints for a traditional aesthetic. - Alitherm 400 Contemporary Doors
Sleek and modern, Alitherm 400 French doors provide exceptional thermal efficiency in a versatile aluminium design. Ideal for contemporary spaces, these doors offer durability and insulation without compromising on style. - Steel French Doors
Steel French doors are the choice for bespoke, industrial-inspired spaces. Capable of spanning larger areas than other materials, steel doors are available in unique shapes such as curves and arches, adding a dramatic effect to entrances and garden views. - Schüco Barrier-Free Premium aluminium doors
For homes prioritising accessibility, Schüco’s barrier-free French doors offer a seamless, low-threshold design that makes movement between indoor and outdoor spaces effortless, without compromising security or insulation. - Decalu Aluminium
Decalu French doors from Deceuninck are energy-efficient, durable, and ideal for both traditional and modern homes. These aluminium doors offer a slim profile, outstanding weather resistance, and low maintenance requirements, making them perfect for various architectural styles. - Alitherm Heritage and Steel Look Doors
Designed to mimic the classic steel style, Alitherm Heritage doors bring an industrial look with the durability and energy efficiency of aluminium. These doors are an excellent choice for heritage buildings or any property aiming for a vintage aesthetic. - Veka PVCu French Doors
Veka PVCu French doors provide a durable, cost-effective solution, offering solid thermal performance and weather resistance. With minimal maintenance, they are ideal for busy households seeking a practical yet stylish option.
Bringing the French Door Experience to Your Home
French doors from CBP aren’t just about style; they’re built for convenience, flexibility, and lasting performance. Our comprehensive range ensures there’s a perfect solution for every home, from PVCu options that fit tight budgets to steel-look designs that make a bold statement. With French doors, you can create a smooth transition from indoors to outdoors, increase accessibility, and elevate your home’s aesthetic appeal.
Ready to find the perfect French doors for your home? Visit our showroom or contact CBP to learn more about our complete French door collection and how we can help you achieve a seamless, stylish solution that fits your space. You can view our entire range of doors and materials in our Corsham showroom.