Timber French doors (double doors) have a timeless appeal and are a beautiful enhancement to any traditional or modern home. They offer an effortless link between the home and garden with an undeniable charm and simple elegance. Whether you’re looking to bring more natural light into your living space or create a smooth transition to your outdoor area, these doors are the perfect solution.
Timber French doors are not only functional, but they also have an elegant aesthetic appearance. This will enhance the look of your home both internally and externally. At George Barnsdale, we pride ourselves on manufacturing our External Timber French Doors using the highest quality Timber sourced by ourselves.
We provide one of the market’s best manufacturer guarantees, as we both source and manufacture all of our timber products.
Our timber French doors combine strength, security, and long-lasting performance with minimal maintenance. As one of the leading specialists in timber French door design and manufacture, we create high-quality doors that elevate the look of any property.
French doors play a key role in the overall look and feel of any building, whether it’s a modern home, a period property, or a commercial space. At George Barnsdale, we offer a wide selection of beautifully crafted timber French doors and work closely with you to enhance your building’s individuality and architectural character.
A key benefit of our doors is that they have a long life span and require little maintenance, leaving you with one less thing to worry about.
Tested to exposure category 2000 – the highest classification
A rated as standard; Triple glazed options available
All outward-opening Timber French door sets are fitted with a restrictor to limit opening to 90 degrees to prevent damage from the door being blown in the wind.
Environmentally friendly designs, materials and processes using FSC-certified timber
Available as both a one or two-handle option
Tested to PAS 24 and Secured by Design
For improved acoustic performance and safety
Dual seal meeting rails provide performance that matches single doors.
At George Barnsdale, we let you guide us through the process so you can get the full benefit of our bespoke craftsmanship. Our timber French doors are aesthetically pleasing both internally and externally, and are crafted from the highest quality timber.
With robust build quality, our products are designed to cope with harsh weather conditions.
Our specialists will sit down with you and discuss your goals and the vision you have for the timber French doors. During your consultation, we will discuss the goals you have for your project and will choose the timber French doors that align with your goals
Whether you are looking to add to a modern home or are seeking a more traditional look, our specialists will be able to find the design which is right for you. Our designers are experts and will help you to make the right choice, which aligns with your goals.
At George Barnsdale, we offer a bespoke customisation process, allowing you to tailor your project to your needs. Our portfolio spans across the UK, helping professionals and homeowners alike create their dream project with an expert, unique finish. With our bespoke design process, your dream external timber French doors can become a reality.
Our expert team makes the installation of your timber French doors a seamless process. At George Barnsdale, we ensure quality at every stage of manufacturing, ensuring quality from start to finish.
At George Barnsdale, we aim to provide bespoke Timber French Doors to complete your dream project, from contemporary to heritage houses. Through a consultation process where we discover your aesthetic goals and functional needs, alongside the aesthetic context of your property, we can create external timber French doors that feel like an extension of your home’s style.
Through a consultation process that prioritises technical precision and project integration, George Barnsdale can create bespoke Timber French Doors, with acommpanying CAD drawings and specifications. This enables our doors to be seamlessly integrated on any scale, for any number of properties.
Our ranges and options make it possible for you to achieve the exact look and feel to meet your property style and desired outcome.
Check out our previous Timber French door projects
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Performance and technical specifications are both available for our French Doors.
Performance
| Thermal | As Standard | Best |
|---|---|---|
| U-Value | 1.4 | 1 |
| Energy Rating | -- | -- |
| g-Value | Spec Dependant | |
| LT | Spec Dependant | |
| Acoustic | ||
|---|---|---|
| Rw | Spec Dependant | |
| Weather (Opening In) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Classification | -- | |
| Air | Class C (BS6375) | |
| Wind | -- | |
| Water | 100Pa (BS6375) | |
| Weather (Opening Out) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Classification | -- | |
| Air | -- | |
| Wind | -- | |
| Water | -- | |
| Operation & Strength | ||
|---|---|---|
| Classification | Pass (BS6375 Part 2) | |
| Security | ||
|---|---|---|
| PAS 24 / Part Q/ Secured by Design | Pass (as option) | |
| Sustainability | ||
|---|---|---|
| FSC Chain of Custody | Yes | |
CAD Drawings
NBS Data
Performance
| Thermal | As Standard | Best |
|---|---|---|
| U-Value | 1.6 | 1.2 |
| Energy Rating | B | A |
| g-Value | Spec Dependant | |
| LT | Spec Dependant | |
| Acoustic | ||
|---|---|---|
| Rw | Spec Dependant | |
| Weather (Opening In) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Classification | -- | |
| Air | Class C (BS6375) | |
| Wind | -- | |
| Water | 100Pa (BS6375) | |
| Weather (Opening Out) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Classification | -- | |
| Air | -- | |
| Wind | -- | |
| Water | -- | |
| Operation & Strength | ||
|---|---|---|
| Classification | Pass (BS6375 Part 2) | |
| Security | ||
|---|---|---|
| PAS 24 / Part Q | No (high security spec available) | |
| Sustainability | ||
|---|---|---|
| FSC Chain of Custody | Yes | |
Find out more about the range of timber windows and doors we manufacture.
We’re proud to hold the Made in Britain certification. It means every timber French door we produce is designed and built in the UK. For us, it’s a mark of quality, craftsmanship, and the level of detail that goes into all of our solid external timber French doors.
What also sets us apart is that we don’t just use UK manufacturing; we are the manufacturers. Everything is made in-house, which gives us full confidence that every door is crafted from the highest-quality timber.
Find out more about our Made in Britain certification and what it means for our customers.
At George Barnsdale, we design and craft timber French doors that not only look beautiful, but are built to withstand all types of weather. As specialists in external timber French doors, we’ll support you throughout the entire process, from initial design concepts to professional installation.
Whether you’re after a bespoke set of external timber French doors or a complete replacement. We pride ourselves on ensuring every door is made to the highest quality standards and tailored perfectly to your home or project.
We offer a range of styles and designs of French doors, from historic single-glazed with putty beading to contemporary triple-glazed. They are also available as inward or outward openings and can be customised with various mouldings or panel designs. There is also a choice of glazing bars and even arched tops if required.
Our timber french doors come in a range of colours and stains in our standard colour range. There is also the option to match all leading manufacturers’ paint colours, which gives you maximum choice.
Complete the look with our range of traditional or contemporary door furniture and a range of glass options.
Our timber French doors are Secured by Design and tested to PAS 24:2016. They come with multipoint locking systems and the best cylinder locks, which perform exceptionally well in security tests.
This combination of timber construction and locking technology ensures a strong performance, making our timber French doors not only efficient but also a reliable barrier to potential intruders.
In addition, we offer customisation options such as timber profiles, finishes, glazing and furniture options, further improving the door’s resilience without compromising on style.
‘A’ rated as standard, the performance of our timber French windows is excellent, and they meet or exceed the latest building regulations. Our attention to detail with dual-seal meeting rails means they perform as well as a single door.
External French doors that are made to modern manufacturing standards and installed correctly should not leak water into your home. If your timber French doors happen to be older and worn down, they may be more susceptible to leaking.
Check our repair and maintenance page for more information on getting your timber French doors back to their best.
In order to maximise internal floor space, fitting outward-swinging external timber French doors would be your ideal choice. However, alternatively, if you wish to maximise patio and garden space, there are inward swinging French doors.
At the end of the day, it all comes down to preference.
Security is a key feature of our external timber French doors. They include advanced multipoint locking systems, toughened glass, and high-quality timber that resists forced entry, ensuring peace of mind for homeowners.
Founded in 1884, George Barnsdale is a family run business manufacturing high-performance timber windows and doors in Donington, Lincolnshire and offering a nationwide project management and installation service.
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