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Blog Post

A Brief History of French Doors

Grassmoor Glass • May 08, 2019
French doors

If you are planning on having a spring rejuvenation of your home, why not install a beautiful pair of French doors. Originally a 17th-century design feature, their popularity has stayed consistent throughout the centuries simply because of their timeless classicism. Incorporating both windows and doors into one design feature, they allow plenty of light into your home. French doors can not only be placed in a variety of different spaces, they can also be crafted from different materials, allowing for both modern and traditional styles.

This blog post will briefly detail the history of French doors and will hopefully enlighten you as to why they are so popular within the interior design world. Possessing both a fusion of beauty and functionality, they will be the perfect facelift for your home.


From Italy to France

Despite their name of ‘French Door’ the design influences were actually those of Italian Renaissance architecture. During the late 16th century, France was victorious when at war with Italy, which meant they took home with them more than just their pride; they took home a range of Italian artworks and knowledge of architectural influences. French doors were originally made from wood and they possessed symmetry, proportion, regularity, geometry, (all key factors in Renaissance architecture) and eventually, when the glass industry developed, light.

Originally used as entrances to balconies, french doors became a popular design feature throughout Europe due to the fact that they allowed plenty of natural light into spaces, especially as electricity had not yet developed.


To Modernity

One of the reasons as to why French doors have remained as appealing as they were during 17th-century France is because they continue to allow plenty of light and fresh air into living spaces, whether that is an office, kitchen or living room. They can also add continuity into garden spaces, opening up your home to the natural elements.

From wood to wrought iron and PVC, French doors can be beautifully constructed from a variety of materials. What's more, they also are seen as an energy efficient choice as they help keep your homes cool in summer and warm in winter. They can be constructed with a variety of modern features like sliding styles, added home security and more.

Grassmoor Glass in Chesterfield creates a variety of different doors, windows and conservatories for your home, including the popular French door . A versatile choice for your home, they are the perfect added extension to living spaces and orangeries. To find out more, Contact Grassmoor Glass today .

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