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A Modern Steel French Entry with Wider Side Light

This modern steel French double door with two large sidelights is designed for front entries that need a wider appearance, more natural light, and a clean contemporary look. The double-door center creates a generous main opening, while the large sidelights expand the full entry visually and bring clear glass light into the home.

Compared with a standard double French door, FD111 feels larger and brighter because the glass extends beyond the two active door panels. It is a strong fit for modern homes, transitional exteriors, and custom entry openings where homeowners want a black steel French door look without heavy scrollwork or ornate details.

Each door system is made to order with options for size, finish color, glass type, swing direction, handle style, sidelight width, door top design, and thermal break upgrades. Free curbside delivery is available across the continental United States.

Who This Door Is Best For:

Modern front entries that need more natural light and width

Homeowners who want a steel French door look with large sidelights

Custom homes with wide exterior entry openings

FAQ:

Are the sidelights mainly decorative or functional?
They are both. The sidelights help balance the wide entry visually and also bring more natural light into the home from both sides of the main doors.

Is this design suitable for a front entry?
Yes. FD111 is best positioned as a modern front entry door system, especially for wide exterior openings where homeowners want clear glass and a clean black steel frame.

Can the sidelight width or glass finish be customized?
Yes. The sidelight width, glass finish, overall size, color, swing direction, handle style, door top design, and thermal break upgrade can be customized based on the project requirements.

Insulated steel French door with clear glass and side lights

Key Features

Modern Iron French Door Design

Clean glass panels and slim iron framing create a bright, elegant, and timeless look for front entries, patios, garden doors, and exterior living spaces.

Heavy-Duty 12-Gauge Steel Construction

Built with strong steel material for long-term durability, stability, and security.

Large Glass Panels for Natural Light

The hinged glass panel allows easy cleaning and ventilation while maintaining the door's elegant appearance.

Custom Sizes & Configurations Available

Can be customized by unit size, jamb depth, swing direction, finish, glass type, and thermal break option.

Pre-Hung for Easier Installation

The door comes as a complete pre-hung unit with frame and threshold included.

Built for Lasting Value

Combines craftsmanship, durability, and curb appeal to increase the beauty and value of your home.

Technical Specifications

Item Specs Details
Door Type Double Door, Single Door, with Sidelights or Transom, Custom Designs are Acceptable. 
Unit 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.
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.
Finish Options 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 Window on Door Glass is fixed for the iron French doors. 
Door Sealing High Quality Weather Stripping and Door Sweeps
Bugproofing Screens The screens are diamond-mesh panels that are magnetically attached between the glass panel and the iron frame. Therefore, they are not required for iron French doors, as the glass panels are fixed and cannot be opened independently.

Size & Installation

Rough Opening Requirements

Please ensure your rough opening is at least 1" wider and 1/2" taller than the door unit size. Professional installation is recommended.

The opening should be properly prepared and checked to ensure it is level, plumb, and square before installation. Iron doors require professional installation, and we recommend working with an experienced contractor familiar with iron doors.

Detailed installation instructions are provided with every order.

Shipping Information

All doors are carefully packaged in custom wooden crates to ensure safe transportation. We offer free curbside delivery within the continental United States. Once the truck booking has been arranged, we will send you an email notification.

What are included in the package?

  • 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.
  •  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.
  • Flush Bolts: Pre-installed on double doors to lock the inactive door and leave a main entrance or unlock it for a complete opening.
  •  Threshold: Comes welded to the jamb to prevent water infiltration. Standard 6” wide as the jamb. (interior door typically does not require a threshold)
  •  Touch-up Paints: There will be small bottles of paint in the package in case you need a touch-up in the future.

Order Process

1

Order

Place the order directly if your size is listed on our door specs options. If not, you can discuss your vision and requirements with us first.

2

Design

After the order is confirmed, you will receive the drawing for approval before production.

3

Fabrication

Your door is handcrafted by skilled artisans in our facility, and we will keep you updated throughout each important stage of the process.

4

Delivery

The door will be delivered within 14-16 weeks from the door drawing approval date.

Frequently Asked Questions

A French door is a door style with a large glass-panel design, usually made with multiple glass panes or a single large glass panel within a frame. They are designed to bring in natural light and create an open, elegant look and are often used for front entries, patios, garden doors, and exterior openings.

Production typically takes 14-16 weeks depending on customization requirements and current order volume.

Yes! We offer full customization including size, finish, glass type, and design details to match your vision.

We do not offer installation service at the moment. But we provide detailed installation instructions. Professional installation is strongly recommended.

The listed size refers to the complete pre-hung unit, including the jambs and threshold. We recommend the rough opening be at least 1" wider and 1/2" taller than the unit size.

Yes. Thermal break can be added for better insulation, especially for homes in cold or harsh climates.

Get In Touch

Have questions about our iron french doors? Our team is here to help you create the perfect entrance for your space.

Feel free to reach out to us at info@gloryirondoors.com.

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