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An Insulated Arched French Door with Classic Divided Glass
This thermal break arched 8 lite iron French double door is designed for exterior front entries that need natural light, a wider double-door opening, and better insulation than a standard non-thermal-break iron door. The arched top softens the entry shape and works especially well for homes with curved openings, covered porches, or front facades that need more architectural character than a square-top door.
The 8-lite glass layout gives the door a more classic French door look while still keeping the design clean and structured. Compared with full-glass or larger-panel designs, the divided glass adds more visual detail without using scrollwork or a heavy decorative pattern.
TFD043 is custom made and can be adjusted to fit the project. Although this product is shown as an arched double door with 8-lite glass, the same style can be customized as a single door, a wider double door, or a full entry system with matching sidelights or a transom. Size, glass finish, color, swing direction, handle style, jamb depth, arch shape, lite layout, and thermal break specifications can also be customized.
Who This Door Is Best For:
This door is best for homeowners who want an arched iron French double door but also need improved insulation for an exterior entry.
It works well for colder states, hot climates, or homes with large seasonal temperature changes where a thermal break frame is more suitable than a standard iron French door.
TFD043 is also a good option for customers comparing thermal break French doors, arched front doors, insulated steel French doors, and custom iron entry doors, especially when the opening already has an arched shape or the home needs a softer top profile.
FAQ:
Is TFD043 an arched top door?
The design shows an arched top. However, the photos are provided for design inspiration only. All of our doors are fully customizable, so you can choose the square top or round top as per your needs.
What does 8 lite mean?
8 lite refers to the divided-glass layout on the door. It gives the design a classic French door look with more visual structure than larger glass panels.
Can sidelights or a transom be added?
Yes. Matching sidelights or a transom can be added if the project needs more width, height, or natural light.
Can I choose a different glass finish?
Yes. Clear glass gives the brightest look, while frosted, Aquatex, rainstorm, water cubic, or other privacy glass options can be selected if the customer wants less visibility from outside.
| Thermal Break |
If you’re located in states such as New York (NY), Michigan (MI), Illinois, or anywhere with harsh winter or summer conditions, adding a thermal break is a must. Please select the thermal break doors from our Thermal Break Doors collection. And if you want to know more about the thermal break doors, pls review "why choose a thermal break doors"
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| Door Type |
Double Door, Single Door, with Sidelights or Transom, Custom Designs are Acceptable.
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| Door Size |
All our iron doors are pre-hung, so the listed size refers to the complete unit, including the jambs and threshold. Please ensure that your rough opening is 1" wider and 1/2" taller than the door unit size to allow for proper installation. Popular Single Door Size: 36"x81", 36"x96", 40"x80", 40"x84", 40"x96", 42"x84", 42"x96", 48"x81", 48"x96" Popular Double Door Size: 60"x80", 60"x84", 60"x96", 64"x80", 64"x96", 72"x80", 72"x84", 72"x96" Custom sizes are acceptable as well. |
| Material |
Standard door jamb and slab are made with heavy-duty 12-gauge steel. |
| Color Finish |
7 coats of paint on top of zinc galvanized steel to prevent iron doors from dust & rust. Glory Iron Doors offers a wide range of color options for you to choose from. Popular Door Color: Matte Black, Oil Rubbed Bronze, Rust Red Brown, Rose Copper, etc. Custom RAL colors are acceptable. |
| Glass Type |
All standard exterior iron doors come with dual-pane tempered glass 5/8” for great safety. For customers in Florida who require hurricane protection, you can choose our triple-pane impact-resistant glass.
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| Glass Finish |
Clear, Frosted, Aquatex, Rainstorm, Water Cubic, etc.
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| Glass Window on Door |
Glass is fixed for the iron French doors.
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| Bugproofing Screens |
The screens are diamond-mesh panels attached between the glass window and the iron frame with magnets. So it's not required for iron French doors since the glass window is fixed.
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| Door Sealing |
High Quality Weather Stripping and Door Sweeps
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| Door Top |
Round Top, Square Top, or Arch Top, as per your needs.
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Kindly note the lead time is 14-16 weeks from the drawing approval date.
All our doors are packaged in wooden crates with steel framing and industrial-strength, extra-thick stretch wrap to protect them from damage during transit. You can rest assured that your door will arrive in brand-new, undamaged condition.
Glory Iron Doors offers free curbside delivery to the continental United States. For the other states, pls contact us for an estimate.
Discover the Complete Package: Door Unit Sets and More!
Handle & Lock : Standard 2 1/8” boring, 5 1/2” center to center, and 2 3/4” backset
Hinge: Heavy-duty hinges that can support up to 1500 pounds. Grease easily for better use.
Flush Bolts: Pre-installed on double doors to lock the inactive door and leave a main entrance or unlock it for a complete opening.
Mounting Flanges: Come welded on the jamb with pre-drilled holes for easy installation.
Weather Stripping: Sealed around the door frames and glass panels to reduce air infiltration and heat loss.
Door Sweep: Installed on the bottom of the door slab, sealing the space to prevent moisture, dust, and insects. You'll even save a bit of money on heating and cooling.
Threshold: Comes welded on the jamb to prevent water infiltration. Standard 6” wide as the jamb.
Touchup Paints: There will be small bottles of paint in the package in case you need a touch-up in the future.
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