Hinged & French Doors.
Hinged and French doors are a timeless fixture, known for their optimal strength, stability, and versatility. Their sleek, smooth surface provides a modern, clean aesthetic, making them a popular choice for both traditional and contemporary homes.
With over 20 years of experience, our team has crafted many hinged and French doors for homes across Auckland, designed to meet the specific demands of each project. We work closely with you to understand your vision, providing expert guidance to ensure your hinged or French door meets your design, budget, and functional needs.
Hinged & French Door Features.
- Aluminium door panels overlap the frame, enhancing aesthetics, airtightness, weather resistance, security, and thermal performance.
- French doors feature flush meeting stiles, providing a clean, seamless appearance.
- Aluminium doors available with integrated or coupled sidelights and overlights, with or without opening sashes, for added versatility.
- With no grooves, hinged and French doors offer a minimalist appearance that complements the style and design of any home.
Hinged & French Door Ranges.
Every project has its own unique requirements. By partnering with Windowmakers, you'll gain the expertise of seasoned professionals who will guide you in choosing the ideal aluminium door profile for your hinged or French doors. We consider aesthetics, scale, wind exposure, and functionality to ensure the perfect fit for your needs.
Residential Series ThermalHEART®
Resdential Series offer functional, economical and mainstream hinged and French doors, designed for everyday living and easy maintenance.
- Flush meeting stiles in French doors provide a clean appearance and superior weather protection.
- Three-way adjustable hinges ensure optimal installation and performance.
- Recommended for heights up to 2.2m.
Metro Series ThermalHEART®
With clean lines and flat surfaces, Metro Series offers minimalist hinged and French doors with a heavy-duty design that enhances weather and water resistance.
- Lapped panels enhance security by hindering access to the door latch.
- Flush meeting stiles in French doors provide a clean appearance and superior weather protection.
- Parliament hinges allow doors to open outward a full 180° in brick veneer situations.
- Three-way adjustable hinges ensure optimal installation and performance.
- A range of door handle and lock options is available, including multi-point locking.
- Recommended for heights up to 2.7m.
APL Architectural Series ThermalHEART®
APL Architectural Series features flush surfaces, continuous sightlines, and square-edged forms for high-performing hinged and French doors with exceptional aesthetics.
- Hinged doors are available in a 114mm frame size and feature an equivalent window frame that seamlessly extends the view on either side of the door, creating an opening in a wall of fixed glazing.
- Parliament hinges allow doors to open outward a full 180° in brick veneer situations.
- French door locking bolts can be concealed from view in the leading edge of the passive door panel.
- A range of door handle and lock options is available, including multi-point locking.
- Sill tray and seismic frame options are offered.
- Recommended for heights of up to 3.0m.
Elevate Energy Efficiency.
Considering the recent H1 updates to the New Zealand Building Code, which require high-performance insulated glass units with Low-E coatings in thermally enhanced frames, each of our aluminium door suites offer energy-efficient solutions.
Each suite features ThermalHEART® thermal break technology, incorporating a polyamide strip at the core of the window system to minimize heat transfer. For enhanced thermal efficiency, ThermalHEART® aluminium door frames are combined with The AGP System® Low-E, argon-filled double glazing, nearly doubling the thermal performance compared to standard aluminium door frames.
The Centrafix™ installation system is compatible with Metro Series windows and doors, boosting thermal performance by as much as 20%. By recessing aluminium door frames within the building wall, it aligns all insulation layers, effectively preventing cold air circulating around the frame, reducing the heat loss seen in typical installations.
Hinged & French Door Hardware.
Select from our wide range of lever door handles, specifically designed for your hinged and French doors to provide unmatched aesthetics and functionality.
Hinged & French Door Configurations.
We offer a diverse range of hinged and French door configurations designed to meet diverse requirements. Our expert team will ensure that the chosen aluminium door is tailored for your application, guaranteeing optimal performance that aligns with your needs.
Our standard hinged aluminium doors feature a single panel that swings open. Our standard French doors consist of two panels, hinged on opposite sides of the frame, that swing open from the centre, creating an aluminium double door. Open in and open out frames are available for both hinged and French doors.
Opening Window: Hinged doors can incorporate an integrated opening window within the aluminium door frame, allowing for ventilation while the door remains closed, eliminating the need for additional space for sidelights or overlights.
Sidelights & Overlights: Additional window glazing can be installed above or beside hinged or French doors, with options for both fixed and operable windows to create aluminium doors with windows. This feature is recommended for areas that require increased natural light or enhanced ventilation.
Are Hinged & French Doors the Right Choice?
Hinged and French doors are traditional door options that have maintained their popularity in residential and commercial applications due to their numerous benefits and versatile functionality. Our expert team is equipped to leverage their specialised knowledge to help you select the ideal aluminium door solution for your project, whether that involves a hinged or French door or an alternative that better suits your requirements.
Easy Access: Single panel hinged doors serve as utility access points, offering convenient entry to outdoor spaces. They are ideal for applications requiring quick access, such as pool areas, secondary outdoor locations, or internal spaces like laundries.
Indoor Outdoor Flow: Aluminium French doors provide wide openings that facilitate seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Colour & Finishes.
When selecting the appropriate colour and finish for your aluminium door frames, it is crucial to consider both aesthetic appeal and functional performance. Collaborating with Windowmakers offers you access to expert guidance, ensuringthe selection of colours and finishes that align with your project's specifications and requirements.
Anodised: A robust and colorfast solution, characterised by a sleek, durable surface with a distinctive metallic sheen. This finish elevates the look of your aluminum door frames, providing durable performance and protection against wear and environmental elements.
Powdercoat: A wide range of colors and a highly durable finish. We utilise Duralloy® +PLUS and Protexture™ powder coatings, crafted from premium-grade powders designed for advanced weather resistance. These coatings ensure exceptional longevity and performance for your aluminium door frames.
Maintenance Tips.
To maintain the appeal of your hinged and French doors, regular care, maintenance, and cleaning are essential.
Regular Cleaning: Use a mild detergent and warm water to clean the glass, frames, and hardware. Avoid abrasive cleaners that can damage the surfaces.
Lubrication: Periodically apply a silicone-based lubricant to hinges and locking systems periodically to ensure smooth operation.