French Doors & Hinged Patio Doors Designed to open into a room or out onto a patio, these doors make a dramatic statement and add great ventilation. Their French door styling goes well with any home style. Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door Opens into the room to provide maximum patio space Wood protected by vinyl exterior Maximizes space with the ability to open into a room or outward to best fit your home's layout Wood protected by fiberglass Designed for architectural authenticity Custom colors, interior woods and stains Wood protected by aluminum exterior Available with VeriLock® wireless security sensors Opens into the room to maximize patio space Wood protected by fiberglass and aluminum exterior Our value hinged patio door All Hinged Patio Doors See the options available for all hinged and french patio doors, side-by-side and series-by-series. Why Windows & Doors Matter Renovations, remodels and replacement projects all start with an idea.
Find one to match your home's unique style in our Home Style Library, or see how other customers have transformed their homes in our Project Showcase.Prehung 15 Lite Primed Steel Patio Door with No Brickmold In order to make an informed choice, you need to learn some of the lingo: Inswing (I/S)A door that opens in Outswing (O/S)A door that opens out Left HandFor an I/S door, hinges are on the left. For an O/S door, hinges are on the right (when the door is viewed from the house's exterior). Right HandFor an I/S door, hinges are on the right. For an O/S door, hinges are on the left (when the door is viewed from the house's exterior). LiteA pane of glass in a door Divided LitePanes of glass that are or appear to be divided GrillePlastic, wooden or metal assembly in a door that gives the appearance of divided lites CamingStrips for joining segmented glassShop Exterior Doors Steel Steel doors have energy-efficient foam core insulation and are fully weather stripped by the manufacturer.
They're highly resistant to shrinking, swelling and warping. Their tough steel construction will withstand years of extreme weather conditions with minimum maintenance. The doors can be purchased with predrilled door knob and lockset holes, making installation even easier. Steel doors come pre-primed and ready to paint. Fiberglass Fiberglass doors offer the same energy-saving and easy installation qualities as steel doors. They have wood grain texture molded into the door so they give the appearance of a real wood door when painted or stained. Their high-quality composite construction makes these doors resistant to all sorts of weather as well as scratches and dents. They're an excellent choice for extreme climates and high-traffic entrances. Wood Wood doors offer the most traditional look, while their substantial weight adds a sense of security and sturdiness to your home. These doors may be painted or stained for a natural, warm appearance. Wood doors are usually made using frame and panel construction to counteract the effects of climatic or seasonal changes.
Wood species vary from inexpensive composite to fir or walnut. Good to KnowFor maximum savings, look for ENERGY STAR qualified entry doors. There are plenty of accents available to help you fully customize your entryway to your liking. GlassAll door types are available with decorative glass. While most doors have insulated glass for energy efficiency, others may have beveled, silk-screened or stained glass with genuine brass caming (joining strips for segmented glass). The glass may be one large lite or have a grille that separates the glass into several lites. SidelitesSidelites are available for all types of doors. Use one sidelite on either side of the door or have one on each side. TransomsTransoms are available for all types of doors, in three distinct shapes: arch, ellipse and box. In-Glass BlindsSome doors have adjustable blinds made inside the glass pane. Patio doors, including French and sliding glass doors, range from 5 to more than 12 feet in width.
The selection of patio doors is as diverse as their sizes:French doors French doors are available in the same materials as sliding glass doors and more. They're also available in steel and fiberglass, with the same characteristics as those found in traditional entry doors of the same material. French doors are available with either left- or right-handed inswing (I/S) or outswing (O/S). You can also purchase units where both doors open. These units are available with or without brickmould stops in the center. Sliding Doors They're like big picture windows, where the doors are large panes of glass mounted in a frame with rollers. They're manufactured from a variety of materials including: AluminumThese are usually the least expensive. Their all-aluminum construction won't rust and is easily maintained. VinylVinyl doors are low-maintenance and energy-efficient. The tough vinyl frames are easy to maintain and look new for years. Most vinyl patio doors offer low-emissive, insulated glass and factory-installed weatherstripping for maximum energy efficiency.
WoodThey're normally the highest quality and the most expensive patio doors. Wood patio doors offer the same natural aesthetic qualities as traditional wood doors with the added bonus of a full view through the large pane. Clad-WoodThese are wooden doors and frames with a vinyl, fiberglass or aluminum coating on the exterior face of the door. The coating serves as an armor to protect the wood from the elements and still allows you to have the look of real wood inside.Professional installation available through Lowe's. Performance, Beauty and Authenticity. Find the right products and features for you and your home. Whether you're renovating your home or building from the ground up, we've got what you're looking for. When you choose Andersen, we not only provide you with high-performing, dependable products, we support them with exceptional service. New windows and doors can be a major investment, but if you choose wisely, you're rewarded with better light, comfort, added security and energy efficiency.