French Door Installation Medway
Looking for a simple, attractive way to open your home onto the garden? I'm Tim from TS Glazing, and with more than 25 years' experience in the glazing trade, I install French doors for homeowners throughout Medway.
From replacing old sliding patio doors to altering an existing opening for a new set of French doors, I'll look at what's required and talk you through the options without the hard sell.
French Doors For Gardens, Patios & Living Spaces
French doors are a practical way of creating a bright, attractive opening between your home and the garden. They're particularly popular for kitchens, dining rooms, living areas and extensions.
With both doors open, you can create generous access to your patio or garden. When they're closed, the large glazed sections still allow plenty of natural light into the room and provide a clear view outside.
They can also be a great replacement for an older sliding patio door, as you can see from the genuine TS Glazing project further down this page.
If you're looking for an even wider opening, take a look at our bifold doors in Medway. For replacement windows alongside your doors, we also provide double glazing installation across Medway.
What Can New French Doors Add To Your Home?
French doors remain a popular choice because they combine plenty of glazing with a simple and practical way to connect your living space with the garden.
More Natural Light
Large glazed sections can bring more daylight into your kitchen, dining room or living space.
Garden Access
Open both doors when you want a generous route between your home, patio and garden.
Classic Appearance
The symmetrical two-door design works well with traditional and more modern properties.
Everyday Practicality
Use the main door for everyday access and open both when you want the full width available.
From Old Sliding Patio Door To New French Doors
This recent job shows why replacing an existing door isn't always simply a case of taking one frame out and putting another one in. Sometimes the opening itself needs altering so the new doors can be installed correctly.
On this project we removed the old sliding patio door, altered the brickwork to create the correct opening and then installed the customer's new French doors.
Removing The Old Sliding Patio Door
We started by removing the customer's existing sliding patio door and frame.
Once the old installation was out, we could work directly with the existing opening and prepare it for the new French doors.
Resizing The Brickwork For The New Doors
The existing opening needed altering to suit the new French door installation, so the brickwork was carefully resized and prepared.
This is an important part of jobs like this. Getting the opening right gives us the correct base from which to fit, level and secure the new door frame.
Installing The New French Doors
With the opening prepared, the new French doors could be installed, positioned and checked for correct operation.
The finished installation gives the homeowner a completely different style of access to the outside space, replacing the old sliding patio door with a smart pair of glazed French doors.
More Than Simply Fitting A New Door
The project above is a good example of why experience matters. Replacement door installations don't always involve putting a new door straight into an existing opening.
We first need to understand what is already there, what needs removing and whether the opening needs any preparation or alteration before the replacement can be installed.
With TS Glazing, I'm the person carrying out that practical side of the work. Sam looks after the office and customer communication, while I concentrate on making sure the installation itself is completed properly.
French Doors Or Bifold Doors?
Both can create a great connection between your home and garden, but they operate differently. The right option will depend on the opening, the property and what you want from the finished space.
A Classic Two-Door Opening
French doors can be ideal if you want a straightforward pair of glazed doors that provide everyday access and can both be opened when you want more space.
- Two hinged door leaves
- Simple everyday access
- Open both doors when required
- Suitable for many property styles
- Plenty of glazing and natural light
For A Wider Opening
Bifold doors use several glazed panels that fold and slide together, making them particularly useful where the aim is to create a much wider opening.
- Multiple folding panels
- Suitable for wider openings
- Strong connection to the garden
- Popular for extensions
- Contemporary appearance
Thinking About Replacing Your Patio Doors?
It doesn't matter if you're not sure exactly what's involved. Send Tim and Sam some details about your existing doors and what you'd like to achieve and we'll help you work out the next step.
Our French Door Installation Process
Contact Sam
Tell us about your existing doors, the property and what you're considering replacing them with.
Assess & Measure
We'll assess the opening, take the measurements and identify what will be involved in the installation.
Your Quotation
We'll discuss the relevant options and provide a clear quotation for the proposed work.
Tim Installs
The opening is prepared as required and your new French doors are installed, checked and finished.
Does Your Existing Door Actually Need Replacing?
If you're thinking about new French or patio doors simply because your existing doors have stopped working properly, it may be worth checking whether they can be repaired first.
As well as installations, we carry out double glazing and door repairs across Medway. That means we're able to look at the fault rather than automatically assuming the complete door needs replacing.
Depending on what's wrong, issues involving handles, locks, hinges, alignment, seals or the glass unit itself may be repairable.
You can find more information about our window and door handle and lock repairs and our guide to failed window and door seals and gaskets.
Before You Replace The Complete Door...
Talk to us if the main reason you're considering replacement is a problem such as:
Other Window & Door Services
If your new French doors are part of a wider home improvement project, we can also help with other windows, entrance doors and glazing around your property.
Double Glazing
Replacement double-glazed windows professionally installed throughout Medway.
Double Glazing Installers Medway →Bifold Doors
A wider-opening alternative for extensions, kitchens and rooms leading onto the garden.
Bifold Doors Medway →Composite Doors
Upgrade the entrance to your home with a new composite front door.
Composite Doors Medway →Vertical Sliding Windows
Modern replacement windows with a traditional sash-style appearance.
Vertical Sliding Windows →Window & Door Repairs
Repairs for glass, handles, locks, hinges, seals and other common window and door problems.
Double Glazing Repairs Medway →Mastic & Sealant
Professional internal and external sealing around windows, doors and other areas of the property.
Mastic Man Medway →French Door Installation Across Medway
TS Glazing is a local family-run glazing business installing replacement windows and doors throughout Medway.
We work across Gillingham, Rainham, Chatham, Rochester and Strood, as well as areas including Hempstead, Wigmore, Lordswood, Walderslade, Upchurch and surrounding communities.
If you're improving more than just your doors, you can also find local information about double glazing in Gillingham, double glazing in Rainham, double glazing in Chatham, double glazing in Rochester and double glazing in Strood.
A Local Family Business From Quote To Installation
Years Of Experience
More than 25 years of hands-on experience installing and repairing windows and doors.
Family-Run
You'll deal directly with Tim and Sam rather than a large national sales team or call centre.
Repair Before Replace
If your existing door has a fault that can sensibly be repaired, we'll explain that option too.
Real Local Work
We show genuine installations like the French door project on this page so you can see the work we do.
Get A Quote For New French Doors
Whether you're replacing an old sliding patio door, changing an existing set of doors or planning a new installation, contact Tim and Sam for friendly advice and a free quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you replace sliding patio doors with French doors?
Depending on the existing opening, this can be possible. The project shown on this page involved removing an old sliding patio door, resizing the brickwork and installing a new pair of French doors. We can assess your existing opening and explain what would be involved.
Can you alter the opening for new French doors?
Some installations require preparation or alteration to the existing opening. The exact work required depends on the property and what's currently fitted, so we'll assess this before confirming the proposed installation.
What are French doors?
French doors are a pair of hinged doors, typically with large glazed sections. They are commonly used between kitchens, dining rooms or living spaces and gardens or patios.
Should I choose French doors or bifold doors?
It depends on the type and width of opening you want. French doors provide a straightforward two-door arrangement, while bifold doors use multiple folding panels to create a wider opening. Visit our bifold doors Medway page to see the alternative.
Can existing French doors be repaired?
Depending on the fault, they may be repairable. TS Glazing carries out window and door repairs throughout Medway covering common problems with glass, handles, locks, hinges, seals and alignment.
Can I replace my windows at the same time?
Yes. If you're considering other replacement glazing around the property, take a look at our double glazing installers Medway service and tell us about the wider project when you contact us.
Which areas do you install French doors in?
We work throughout Medway including Gillingham, Rainham, Chatham, Rochester, Strood, Hempstead, Wigmore, Lordswood, Walderslade, Upchurch and surrounding areas.
How do I get a quote for French doors?
Contact Tim and Sam through our contact page or call TS Glazing on 01634 553006. Tell us what you currently have and what you're considering and we'll discuss the next step with you.