Double Entry Doors: Creating a Grand Entrance and Maximising the Impact of Your Home’s Facade

Imagine pulling into your driveway and, when you look up at the front of your home, instead of a standard, bland single door, you’re greeted by a wide, welcoming set of double entry doors. Suddenly, the whole facade feels bigger, and you get that “wow” moment.

That’s the impact double entry doors can have!

More people are choosing double entry doors for their visual statement, practical perks, and ability to work beautifully with contemporary, classic, and coastal homes.

What other benefits do double entry doors offer? What design options and materials are available? And how do you install and maintain double entry doors?

That’s what we’re here to discuss!

Benefits of Double Front Entry Doors

1. Curb Appeal: Double entry doors instantly make your entryway feel grander and more inviting, giving your home a stronger first impression from the street.
2. Natural Light and Air: Double entry doors allow for wider glass panels and a larger opening, bringing in more natural light and fresh air to brighten your entry space.
3. Accessibility and Space: Double entry doors create a wider entry, making it easier to move prams, furniture, and guests in and out without squeezing or bumping into the door frame.
4. Energy Efficiency: Double entry doors can be fitted with seals and glazing, helping to reduce draughts and keep your home more comfortable in summer and winter.
5. Property Value: Double entry doors create a strong first impression from the moment buyers arrive, helping your home feel more memorable and desirable, which can work in your favour when selling.

Popular Designs for Double Entry Doors

Traditional Timber Double Doors

Solid timber is naturally strong and long-lasting, so you get a sturdy, secure entrance that can handle everyday knocks while looking refined and elegant.

You can choose from popular timbers, such as pacific ash, and finish them to suit your facade. Go for a clear or lightly tinted stain if you want to show off the timber’s natural grain, or paint your doors in crisp white, soft neutrals, or a bold colour to make a statement.

Modern Minimalist Styles

If your place leans more modern, minimalist double front entry doors can tie your whole facade together. Clean lines, slim frames, and smooth door panels without heavy detailing or decorative moulding can make your entry feel calm, uncluttered, and thoughtfully designed.

You can also incorporate narrow glass panels or horizontal glass inserts to add light without losing privacy.

The right door hardware, like slim pull handles, simple square or round levers, and low-profile hinges in matte black or brushed nickel, completes the modern minimalist look.

French-Style Double Doors

With their multiple glass panels, French-style double doors give your entry a soft, romantic look while letting more light into your hallway.

You can choose clear glass to really open up the space, or frosted or textured glass for more privacy without losing that gentle, filtered light.

French-style double doors work perfectly with Hamptons, coastal, and traditional homes, and can be finished in white, soft neutrals, or even a bolder colour if you want your entry to stand out.

Double Doors with Decorative Glass

Double entry doors with glass can be a special feature of your facade.

Frosted glass is ideal if your door faces the street and you don’t want people seeing straight in, but you still want a bright entryway. Insulsafe glass brings in colour and personality, creating a real focal point from both inside and outside, suiting a more traditional style home.

Materials and Finishes for Double Entry Doors

Timber Double Doors

The natural grain, subtle colour variations, and solid feel of timber double entry doors all help your entry feel more “high end” and welcoming. They work just as well with classic homes as they do with more modern designs, depending on how you style and finish them.

Timber is strong, long-lasting, and can be repaired, sanded back, or refinished over time rather than replaced. With the right sealing and regular care, timber doors stand up well to everyday use and changing weather.

Timber also offers good insulation, which can keep heat in during winter and out during summer, especially when combined with quality glazing and seals.

Composite Materials

Composite double front entry doors offer the look of a solid, high-quality door without the same level of upkeep. They’re made from a mix of materials, so they can be designed to mimic the appearance of timber, or kept smooth and simple for a more modern look.

You can choose to paint them in different colours and finishes, and many styles can be painted if you ever feel like a change down the track.

On the practical side, composite doors are tough, stable, and low-maintenance. They’re less likely to warp, swell, or crack with changes in temperature and humidity. If you opt for Fibreglass options, they’re generally resistant to moisture and pests, and often have good insulation properties.

Glass Panels

Double entry doors with glass panels give your entry a lighter, more open feel. Instead of a solid wall of timber or composite, you get a connection between indoors and outdoors, which works well if you face a garden, deck, or front patio. From the street, glass panels can soften the look of a wide doorway and add a more refined, architectural touch.

Glass panels can also make your entry feel safer, as you can see who’s at the door before opening it.

Additionally, modern safety glass is strong and impact-resistant. For example, Safe Glass™ from Doors Plus is 500% stronger than regular glass. If broken with extreme force, it crumbles into small, harmless granules rather than dangerous, long slivers or shards.

Many glass styles with quality glazing also help keep heat and outside noise under control.

Aluminium Double Doors

Aluminium double entry doors feature slim frames, clean lines, and a smooth finish that can give your entry a sleek, architectural or industrial feel. They pair well with contemporary facades, rendered walls, and homes with plenty of glass and metal accents, especially when they’re darker in colour, such as grey or black.

They’re resistant to warping and cracking, and generally need less upkeep than raw timber.

Many styles can be powder-coated in different colours, so you get a hard-wearing finish that doesn’t require constant repainting.

Paints and Stains

The finish you choose can completely change the look of your double front entry doors. Paint is ideal if you want a solid colour and a more modern or polished feel. You can go for crisp white, soft neutrals, or a bold colour to make your entry pop.

Different paint finishes and stains also change the vibe of your doors.

• Low-Sheen and Matte Finishes: Give a softer, more understated look.
• Semi-Gloss and Gloss Finishes: Reflect more light and are easier to wipe clean.
• Stains: Keep the natural look of timber and show off the grain rather than cover it up. Choose lighter stains for a coastal feel, or richer, darker tones for a more classic or formal look.

Both paints and stains help protect your doors from the sun, moisture, and everyday wear, and are a requirement to maintain warranty.

Choosing the Right Double Entry Doors for Your Home

Choose the right double entry doors for your home based on:

Your Home’s Style

Pick doors that suit your facade, not fight it. Go for sleek, simple panels and glass for contemporary homes, classic panel designs or French-style doors for traditional brick houses, and wide, white or soft-toned doors with glass for Hamptons-style homes.

Functionality

Think about how you use your entry. Choose a wider opening if you often move prams or furniture, upgrade locks and hardware for better security, and look for quality seals and glazing to help keep your home comfortable year-round.

Size and Proportions

Check what will work with your current opening and consider how much you want to open it up. Standard double door sizes suit many entryways, but custom options are available if you have a larger space, high ceilings, or want side panels for extra impact.

Hardware Choices

Finish the look with hardware that matches your home and other fittings. Long pull handles or lever sets in brass for a classic feel, matte black for a modern edge, or chrome for a clean, timeless look, along with hinges that blend in or add a subtle feature.

Installation Tips for Double Entry Doors

1. Book a Professional Installer: Double entry doors need to be level, aligned, and secure, so it pays to use an experienced installer. They can handle fine adjustments, fit locks, and make sure both doors seal properly.
2. Prepare the Frame: Have the frame checked for damage, movement, or rot before work begins. Accurate measurements of the frame are also necessary, so your new doors sit square in the opening and don’t strain the hinges. Doors Plus can also replace the frame entirely, which is often the case when replacing your entryway for double doors.
3. Add seals: Ask your local showroom staff, to include high-quality seals, weatherstripping, and a suitable threshold (the strip along the bottom of the doorway). These help keep out drafts, rain, and dust.

Maintenance Tips for Double Entry Doors

1. Regular Cleaning: Wipe timber, metal, and glass surfaces with a soft cloth and mild soapy water to remove dust, dirt, and sea spray. Avoid harsh cleaners that can damage paint, stains, or hardware.
2. Apply Protective Coatings: For timber doors, apply weather resistant coatings or varnishes and recoat as recommended to protect against sun, moisture, and swelling or cracking.
3. Lubricate Hinges: Apply a small amount of suitable lubricant to hinges and moving parts every so often to prevent squeaks, stiffness, and unnecessary wear.
4. Check for Wear and Tear: Inspect your doors regularly for cracks, peeling paint or stain, swollen areas, or damaged seals. Fix small issues early to avoid bigger repairs down the track.

FAQs

Are Double Entry Doors Energy Efficient?

Double entry doors can be energy efficient when fitted with quality seals, insulated or double-glazed glass, and a suitable frame material such as timber or composite.

How Much Do Double Entry Doors Cost?

The price of double entry doors varies depending on size, material, glazing, and hardware. As a general guide, they often start from around $1,500–$2,000 for basic options and can range up to $5,000+ or more for larger, custom, or premium designs. Installation is usually an additional cost on top of the door price.

Can I Install Double Entry Doors in a Small Entryway?

Slimmer double doors or a mix of one active door and one smaller fixed panel can work in a small entryway. However, the wall width, structure, and existing frame need to be assessed by a professional to confirm what’s possible and safe.

What Are the Best Materials for Double Entry Doors?

Timber suits classic and Hamptons-style homes and offers warmth and insulation. Composite and fibreglass provide a similar look with lower maintenance. Aluminium works well for modern, architectural designs, costal areas and strong security.

The “best” choice of material for double entry doors depends on a home’s style, the climate, and the homeowner’s preferred maintenance level.

Do Double Entry Doors Provide Good Security?

Double entry doors can provide strong security when made from high-quality materials and fitted with features such as solid frames, multi-point or deadbolt locks, reinforced hinges, and safety or laminated glass. When also paired with Ultrasafe Security Screen doors, security becomes less of an issue to be concerned about.

Transform Your Home with Stunning Double Entry Doors from Doors Plus

Double entry doors equal double the impact, light, and space.

At Doors Plus, you can mix and match different door features to get the look and function you want.

You can choose

• Timber, composite, or fibreglass materials
• Glass or no glass
• Optional fixed or hinged side panels
• Painting or staining options
• Fully finished or custom-made doors

Our experts will help you choose and customise high-quality double entry doors with “No Fuss!”

Contact Doors Plus or visit your nearest showroom today.