Impact French Doors Archives - STS impact Windows & Doors Hurricane Impact Windows & Doors Thu, 25 Dec 2025 14:03:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.5 https://stswindows.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/favicon.ico Impact French Doors Archives - STS impact Windows & Doors 32 32 Are impact French doors energy efficient in South Florida’s climate? https://stswindows.com/faq-items/are-impact-french-doors-energy-efficient-in-south-floridas-climate/ https://stswindows.com/faq-items/are-impact-french-doors-energy-efficient-in-south-floridas-climate/#respond Thu, 25 Dec 2025 14:03:44 +0000 https://stswindows.com/?post_type=avada_faq&p=9891 Yes, impact French doors from STS are manufactured with dual-pane insulated glass designed for Florida's hot, humid climate. The laminated glass and tight-sealing frames reduce heat transfer and air infiltration, helping maintain comfortable indoor temperatures and lowering cooling costs. Unlike older patio doors that can be drafty and inefficient, modern impact French doors provide both [...]

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]]> Yes, impact French doors from STS are manufactured with dual-pane insulated glass designed for Florida’s hot, humid climate. The laminated glass and tight-sealing frames reduce heat transfer and air infiltration, helping maintain comfortable indoor temperatures and lowering cooling costs. Unlike older patio doors that can be drafty and inefficient, modern impact French doors provide both hurricane protection and improved energy performance.

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]]> https://stswindows.com/faq-items/are-impact-french-doors-energy-efficient-in-south-floridas-climate/feed/ 0 How much space do I need for impact French doors compared to sliding glass doors? https://stswindows.com/faq-items/how-much-space-do-i-need-for-impact-french-doors-compared-to-sliding-glass-doors/ https://stswindows.com/faq-items/how-much-space-do-i-need-for-impact-french-doors-compared-to-sliding-glass-doors/#respond Thu, 25 Dec 2025 14:03:19 +0000 https://stswindows.com/?post_type=avada_faq&p=9889 French doors require clearance space equal to the width of each door panel in front of or behind the opening (depending on swing direction), plus room for foot traffic. Sliding glass doors need no swing clearance because they glide parallel to the wall. If space is limited, sliding doors may be more practical. During your [...]

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]]> French doors require clearance space equal to the width of each door panel in front of or behind the opening (depending on swing direction), plus room for foot traffic. Sliding glass doors need no swing clearance because they glide parallel to the wall. If space is limited, sliding doors may be more practical. During your free consultation, an STS specialist will help you measure and plan the ideal door configuration for your room layout.

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]]> https://stswindows.com/faq-items/how-much-space-do-i-need-for-impact-french-doors-compared-to-sliding-glass-doors/feed/ 0 What customization options are available for impact French doors? https://stswindows.com/faq-items/what-customization-options-are-available-for-impact-french-doors/ https://stswindows.com/faq-items/what-customization-options-are-available-for-impact-french-doors/#respond Thu, 25 Dec 2025 14:01:51 +0000 https://stswindows.com/?post_type=avada_faq&p=9887 STS Impact Windows & Doors offers extensive customization for impact French doors, including single or double door configurations with or without sidelights, full-frame or narrow-frame sidelights, multiple glass types including privacy glass, various frame materials and colors, and optional colonial grids. We carry both standard sizes for typical openings and custom options for unique or [...]

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]]> STS Impact Windows & Doors offers extensive customization for impact French doors, including single or double door configurations with or without sidelights, full-frame or narrow-frame sidelights, multiple glass types including privacy glass, various frame materials and colors, and optional colonial grids. We carry both standard sizes for typical openings and custom options for unique or older homes with non-standard dimensions.

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]]> https://stswindows.com/faq-items/what-customization-options-are-available-for-impact-french-doors/feed/ 0 Are impact French doors secure against break-ins? https://stswindows.com/faq-items/are-impact-french-doors-secure-against-break-ins/ https://stswindows.com/faq-items/are-impact-french-doors-secure-against-break-ins/#respond Thu, 25 Dec 2025 14:01:29 +0000 https://stswindows.com/?post_type=avada_faq&p=9885 Yes, impact French doors provide excellent security. The laminated glass features two layers of glass with a strong interlayer that holds together even when struck, making it extremely difficult for intruders to break through. STS offers additional security features, including concealed 2-point locking systems, multi-point locks, and industry-standard deadbolts. When properly installed, impact French doors [...]

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]]> Yes, impact French doors provide excellent security. The laminated glass features two layers of glass with a strong interlayer that holds together even when struck, making it extremely difficult for intruders to break through. STS offers additional security features, including concealed 2-point locking systems, multi-point locks, and industry-standard deadbolts. When properly installed, impact French doors are as secure as, or more secure than, standard entry doors.

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]]> https://stswindows.com/faq-items/are-impact-french-doors-secure-against-break-ins/feed/ 0 Do impact French doors swing inward or outward in Florida? https://stswindows.com/faq-items/do-impact-french-doors-swing-inward-or-outward-in-florida/ https://stswindows.com/faq-items/do-impact-french-doors-swing-inward-or-outward-in-florida/#respond Thu, 25 Dec 2025 14:00:54 +0000 https://stswindows.com/?post_type=avada_faq&p=9883 In Florida, including Boca Raton, Palm Beach County, and Broward County, impact French doors are required to swing outward to meet hurricane building codes. Outward-swinging doors provide better resistance against wind pressure during storms because the wind pushes the door against the frame rather than into the home. STS offers both in-swing and out-swing options, [...]

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]]> In Florida, including Boca Raton, Palm Beach County, and Broward County, impact French doors are required to swing outward to meet hurricane building codes. Outward-swinging doors provide better resistance against wind pressure during storms because the wind pushes the door against the frame rather than into the home. STS offers both in-swing and out-swing options, and our specialists will ensure your installation meets all local code requirements.

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