Adding a transom above the double doors visually joins the doors together and makes the whole door unit look larger which can be important for a front entrance where you want the door unit to dominate the foyer.
French doors with transom window.
Choose muntins and mullions to create a contemporary look.
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A transom over a double door better visually connects the two rooms and shares light between the two.
Next i removed the existing door and trim.
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So it d be the best of both worlds.
French doors with transoms afford a view to long island sound beyond.
From specialty glass to divided lites to between glass blinds many of our french doors include options for making them your own.
My thought was by installing french doors with a transom window the hallway could be closed off but still feel wide open.
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Above a tall window with limestone surround is nestled under the flared eaves of the hipped slate roofed gable that completes the composition.
Pair with transoms for a modern look or sidelites for something more traditional.
Exterior double doors are common choices for front doors.
So let s get down to the steps on how i did it.
The pattern or design of the muntins for the transom usually does not align with the muntin bars or stiles of the doors below.
We offer french door styles that blend with any type of architecture.
First i measured the doors so i had an idea of the rough opening.
Exterior transom window over french doors.