A Double Entry Door or a Single Entry Door? That is the Question

Published: August 04, 2021

By the Estate Millwork Design Team | Craftsmen since 1997

Large inviting double wooden front doors

When it comes to normal there isn't anything more normal than a single entry door while they can be simple and quite basic they are a useful and necessary part of your home. While single front doors can be simple and cost effective they can also be extravagant and pricey, it all depends on your tastes and the look you are going for. Homeowners that have the space and are looking for that extra pop in their entry way may opt for the double front door. Learn more about how to make a grand entrance with double front doors, double front doors can make your home feel more inviting, provide a larger opening for moving larger items in and out of your home and they will also likely boost the value of your home when it comes time to sell.

Double Entry Door vs Single Entry Doors

The single entry door is very common and can be considered in many circumstances as construction grade that was usually installed when the home was built. While these doors are the most cost effective option they can become lost and underwhelming for homes with a wider font entranceway.

Double entry doors on the other hand offer exceptional curb appeal to one's home. These double entry doors are very likely the first thing those passing by will see and the first thing prospective buyers will be drawn to. Double front doors create a focal point when looking at the exterior of your home and they accentuates all of the other architectural features of your home.

Benefits of Double Entry Doors

Double entry doors permit homeowners to implement distinct architectural styles that would not be possible with single entry doors.
A glass panel style permits that much more light to enter your living space.
Double entry doors are the perfect addition to homes with wide interior access walkways.
They create a larger access point for entertaining or moving large furnishings.
You can recreate a particular architectural style such as Dutch Colonial.
They will complement homes with spacious interior access halls.

Aesthetics

Both single and double front doors offer many different aesthetic options, both door setups. Whether you are talking about overall door design when it comes to the paneling, number of lites, or style, both types of doors can also be setup with side lites to allow more light into your entryway and home.

Personalized Style

Estate Millwork manufactures our doors custom to your needs making the possibilities endless giving you the opportunity to have a truly unique door. To learn more check out our state of the art door designers.

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Selecting the Perfect Custom Wood Door

A well-chosen wood door does more than fill an opening; it sets the tone for an entire room or entryway. Interior doors influence how spaces flow together, while exterior doors establish the first impression of your home. When selecting a custom door, consider three primary factors: the architectural style of your home, the functional requirements of the opening, and the wood species that best complements your existing millwork.

For traditional and colonial homes, raised-panel doors with six or eight panels create a classic look. Contemporary and transitional homes lean toward flat-panel or Shaker-style doors with clean lines. Louvered doors are ideal for closets, laundry rooms, and utility spaces where airflow matters. French doors with glass panels open up sightlines between rooms while maintaining the ability to close off spaces for privacy or climate control.

Wood species matters both aesthetically and structurally. Red Oak and White Oak are among the hardest domestic species, making them excellent choices for high-traffic exterior doors. Mahogany offers superior dimensional stability and a rich grain pattern prized for front entries. For interior doors that will be painted, Poplar provides a smooth, affordable substrate. Estate Millwork builds every door using mortise-and-tenon joinery with hardwood dowel pins, ensuring joints that will not loosen over a lifetime of daily use.

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