French doors are highly versatile design elements that add a touch of class and elegance to any home. Due to their unique construction, this beautiful option is perfect for a wide range of indoor and exterior applications, but especially for garden and patio doors. Windows Plus, Cincinnati’s premiere window and door replacement company, explains the special features of these doors, and what makes them so popular.

The most characteristic feature of French doors is the multitude of small windows or panes of glass within them—sometimes called “lights”—and mullions, the small structural elements that support the windows, which also provide a decorate flair. While doors are traditionally constructed from hardwood, modern manufacturers produce doors designed to fit in with a variety of design styles.

The rows of small windows which give French doors their signature look also limit the amount of privacy they can provide, which makes them more suitable for patios and for accentuating beautiful gardens or other landscaped areas. For homeowners who love natural light, however, the sacrifice of privacy is more than worth it. Indoors, they are often used to create a visual bridge between different living areas, usually between living and dining rooms, as well as making it possible to separate spaces when necessary.

Windows Plus in Cincinnati maintains an impressive inventory of French doors, along with window styles to suit any decorative style and budget. To see more about their sales and window installation services, drop by their storeroom, visit their website, or call (513) 272-2222 to schedule a free consultation.