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Using French Doors Indoors

August 13, 2012 By creatingyourspace 3 Comments

Used as an exterior door for years and as a chic alternative to traditional sliding doors, French doors also make for excellent doors indoors.  These glass paned doors allow light to flow between rooms while creating a division of space.  Great for use between a hall and den or family room; French doors can provide some sound break while not shutting off the room, entirely.  French style pocket doors are even better because when slid into the wall, they disappear completely.

French doors can be used over wood floors, tile or carpet. Flooring can end at the doorway or continue throughout both spaces, depending on how much of a space separation is desired.  There are curtain options to cover the glass for a sense of more privacy.  Curtains can be mounted on small rods at the top and bottom of the doors for a tailored look.  This option would not work on pocket doors where the door must slide into a narrow space, but would work on traditional French doors.

Transom windows, like those seen in this picture, are another way to carry natural light throughout the home and providing a sound break, just like the French doors.  Placed above doors and doorways, transom windows can either be stationary or tilt to open to allow for additional air flow.

This home has a great flow between spaces with hardwood throughout, a transom window above the doorway to the dining room and the French doors into the living area.  Painting the French doors the same color as the molding and wall allows them to blend into the space perfectly.

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Filed Under: Design & Decorating, Interior Finishes Tagged With: designing with French doors, French door design, French door trend, French doors inside a home, interior French doors, letting the light in with French doors, transom windows, using French doors inside

Comments

  1. Frankie says

    August 13, 2012 at 5:02 pm

    Another wonderful idea for the customers’ home design! It looks luxury for both types of real estate – homes and apartments.

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  2. britney @ diy home and gardens says

    August 16, 2012 at 2:55 am

    I’ve recently installed french doors to separate my living room from the dining room as an alternative to an open arch and I am so pleased with the result. They provide enough sound proofing to keep the rooms separate and look stunning at the same time.

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  3. impact windows south florida says

    August 27, 2012 at 4:53 am

    French door comes in variety of sizes, wood types and glass types. These doors can make a charming addition to any room. They can be installed for many reasons but most important is to provide access to dining room, bedroom and kitchen, etc.

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