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Hartford French Patio Doors

Hinged Patio Doors Provide Indoor-Outdoor Connection

Hinged on one side, French doors swing open to connect two spaces, similar to an entry door. Consisting of a large panel of glass framed by wood, French doors let abundant natural light into a space and offer an indoor-outdoor connection. This makes them a popular choice for patio doors. Hinged patio doors can be used to connect two spaces in any style of home, whether a Victorian home in Hartford or a Colonial home in New Haven. 

An extremely versatile style of patio door, a single, narrow French door can fit into tight areas of an older home, while double French doors allow homeowners to take advantage of space. From the wooded backyards of Woodstock to the coastal scenes in Bridgeport, hinged patio doors invite Connecticut homeowners to take in their surroundings. 

Commonly known as: exterior french door, hinged patio door, swinging patio door, garden door

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Popular Local Trends & Styles


  • Wooden French Doors Sliding French Doors

    Sliding French doors combine the look of a traditional French patio door with the functionality of a sliding patio door. Wooden sliding doors provide the look and feel of French doors while offering the space-saving benefits of a sliding door. Customize your sliding door with grille patterns and hardware to play up the classic French door style.

  • black sliding door leading to patio Black French Patio Doors

    No longer solely reserved for contemporary homes, black finishes on windows and doors can be found on all styles of homes. All Pella French patio doors are available in black interior and exterior finishes. Get the look of modern French doors with options from the Architect Series® Contemporary line or make a striking statement on a classic home with options from the Architect Series® Traditional or the Lifestyle Series.

  • French doors in a small space Screen Doors for French Doors

    Screen1 doors allow Connecticut homeowners to enjoy the benefits of an open door while keeping pests out. French door screens operate on a hinge and open in the same direction as the patio door. High-transparency Pella InView™ screens are made from a finer material than conventional screens, allowing for enhanced visibility and airflow.

  • double wooden french doors French Doors with Glass

    French doors consist of a large panel glass, but many homeowners like the look of additional glass surrounding their patio doors. Single or double-door configurations are available as well as numerous combinations with transom windows and sidelights, so homeowners can find the ideal combination of glass that suits the character of their home.

1Warning: Use caution when children or pets are around open windows and doors. Screens are not designed to retain children or pets.

Product Lines


Recommended Customizations1


Hinged patio doors can fit in with any style of home. Customized with traditional grille patterns and hardware in a timeless finish, French patio doors take on a classic look. With a square grille profile or no grilles at all and high-contrast hardware, French doors blend into a more contemporary style. Find more customizations here.

Hardware

  • Classic Collection
  • Essential Collection
  • Modern Collection

Grilles and Screens

  • Traditional Grille Pattern
  • Victorian Grille Pattern
  • Custom Grille Pattern
  • Square Grille Pattern
  • Top Row Grille Pattern
  • New England Grille Pattern
  • Between-the-Glass blinds
  • Single With Double Sidelights
  • Single With Left Sidelight
  • Single With Right Sidelight
  • Arch-Head Over Double
  • Arch-Head Over Single
  • Half-Circle Over Double
  • Half-Circle Over Single

1Not all customizations are available in all Pella product lines.

Connecticut Climate Recommendations


The climate in Connecticut includes both hot, humid summers and cold winters with precipitation falling evenly year-round. However, thanks to the proximity to the Long Island Sound and the Atlantic Ocean, the coastal areas in the south like much of Fairfield, New Haven, Middlesex, and New London counties experience milder winter weather. Help keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer with French patio doors with Low-E insulating glass.

Low-E Protection

Low-E Protection

Get year-round protection with Low-E insulating glass. Doors with panes of glass with Low-E may help keep your home insulated, blocking out the cold and helping keep the heat in during Connecticut’s snowy winters.

Durable Materials

Durable Materials

Frequent storms during the winter bring bitter cold and frozen precipitation. Wood patio doors with exterior aluminum cladding are ideal for withstanding the elements.

Glass Glazing

Glass Glazing

Glazing on your patio door glass panels can help seal out the weather — including cold winter temps — and help you maintain a comfortable home climate.

Why Choose Pella?


Customized with You in Mind

Pella windows and doors are made specifically for your home because one size doesn't fit all. With access to many materials, colors and options, including exclusive snap-in options for shades, blinds and grilles, along with smart home products and a proprietary finishing process that helps provide a quality finish.

Built to Last

Pella products are backed by some of the strongest window, door and installation warranties in the business. When installed by a Pella branch, your project is backed by our Pella Care Guarantee, our package of product warranties, installation warranty and service agreement that covers your products and their installation — including labor — for up to 10 years. See the written limited warranty for details, including exceptions and limitations, or contact Pella Customer Service at 877-473-5527.

We Come to You

An in-home consultation can help you explore all options and get a professional opinion on what will work best for you. During the consultation, local window professionals can come to your home to assess your window replacement needs and understand your priorities and budget.

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A Pella Windows & Doors of Connecticut expert can help you pick out a window that fits your home — and your style. Find your local Pella representative to schedule a free in-home consultation, measurement, and estimate.

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Frequently Asked Questions


  •   What factory-prefinished stain and paint colors are available on Pella products?
    • Wood Windows and Patio Doors – Wood interiors offer more design flexibility — windows and patio doors can be stained or painted to match your decor.  Explore the interior and exterior finish options available for Pella's wood products.

      As part of Pella Corporation’s commitment to environmentally-friendly practices, we use Water-Based Green Chemistry. Our factory-applied stain is water-based, which significantly decreases the amount of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emitted into the air.

      Fiberglass Windows and Patio Doors – Available in colors offering the quality look of painted wood — including a dual-color option. Explore the interior and exterior finish options available for Pella's fiberglass products.

      Vinyl Windows and Patio Doors – Pella's unique vinyl formula is performance-tested for excellent weathering, durability, and color retention. Solid- and Dual-Color frames are available. Explore the interior and exterior finish options available for Pella's vinyl products.

      Fiberglass and Steel Entry Doors – You'll save time and finishing costs when your entry door arrives prefinished in your choice of paint or stain color that will look beautiful for years. Explore interior and exterior finish options for Pella's fiberglass and steel entry doors.

  •   What general maintenance is required for my Pella windows and patio doors?
    • Pella recommends you inspect your windows and patio doors at least annually as part of a home checkup. Maintenance can prolong the life of your Pella windows and doors and will help ensure maximum warranty coverage.

      As needed, clean, repaint or restain your windows and patio doors, and recaulk around them to help maintain optimal performance. Also, be sure to regularly check for leaks and improper drainage above or around vents and sprinkler systems that may subject your windows and patio doors to prolonged water exposure.

      Review the Maintenance section of the Pella Window and Patio Door Owner's Manual for additional details about how to properly maintain the interior and exterior of your Pella windows and patio doors.

  •   How do I choose the right paint or stain for my wood windows?
    • Stained Wood Interior Finish – Pella strongly recommends the use of a good-quality pre-stain wood conditioner before staining Pella windows and patio doors to reduce the possibility of a blotchy-looking, uneven finish. Ask your paint or finishing professional to recommend a pre-stain wood conditioner, a stain and a finishing coat that are compatible.

      Painted Wood Interior Finish – The most important consideration to make when choosing your paint is good blocking resistance — the ability of a paint to resist sticking. Failure to use a high-quality paint with good blocking resistance may result in a window or door that sticks shut, even after the paint has dried. Ask your qualified paint professional to recommend a paint with good blocking resistance. Don't simply rely on a paint's price or brand name in making your selection. Expensive paint may not necessarily offer good blocking resistance. Also, ask your paint professional to recommend a wood primer and paint that are compatible and whether sanding is required between coats of paint.

      Explore the factory pre-finish options available for Pella's wood products.

  •   Which Pella doors are available with SmartKey® Technology?
  •   Where can I get paint or stain to match the interior and exterior of my Pella products?
    • Paints and stains for Pella products are available in quarts and gallons via special order through Lowe's stores or your local Pella Window and Door Showroom. You will need to provide the color of the paint or stain that you need to place an order.

      Or you may take the color or stain desired along with the substrate you are trying to match to your local Sherwin-Williams® or home improvement store and have them custom match the color.

      If you don't have a Pella paint chip or just need a small bottle of touch up paint or stain for dings and scratches, submit a request to Pella Corporation's customer support team or call (877) 473-5527 for further assistance.

      Be sure to consult with your local paint or finish store representative or professional to help address your specific finishing needs and review the finishing section of your Pella Owner's Manual for details about how to properly finish your Pella products.

  •   How do I clean my Pella windows and patio doors? What can I use to clean them?
    • Clean the interior and exterior frame surfaces with warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly. Stubborn stains and deposits may be removed with mineral spirits. Or Pine-Sol® can be applied with a clean, dry cloth or towel. Do not use abrasives. Do not scrape or use tools that might damage the surface. Should you need it, touch-up paint is available at the Pella Window and Door Showroom nearest you.

      Clean the window sill using the brush attachment on a vacuum and vacuum off any debris.

      It is normal for water to accumulate in the sill and track. On products with weep holes, the water is intended to drain to the outside via the drainage or "weep" holes.

      • To clean the weep (drainage) system, check to make sure that the weep holes are clear of obstruction (dirt, sand, or building materials).
      • To clean the weep holes, use a small, soft brush to clear the opening. Weep holes may be located both inside and outside the window in the bottom of the frame. If the window is "stacked," there may be weep holes between the units.

      WARNINGS:

      • Do not use abrasive or caustic solvents as they may damage your windows or patio doors.
      • Do not scrape or use tools that might damage the surface. 
      • Do not power-wash.

      Review the Cleaning section of the Pella Window and Patio Door Owner's Manual for additional details about how to properly clean your Pella windows and patio doors.

  •   How do I clean and restore shine to the handles and hardware on my windows and doors?
    • A soft cloth and mild cleaner may be used on most Pella hardware finishes. 

      Living finish Oil-Rubbed Bronze hardware will develop its own unique patina with use, care and handling. Simply wipe the hardware with a soft cloth so as not to damage the finish. The changing of color on the hardware is not a warranty issue.

      The solid brass hardware used on some previous vintages of Pella wood hinged (French) patio doors has a clear protective coating to prevent tarnishing. Download instructions to care for solid brass hardware.

      For additional information about how to properly care for your Pella windows and doors, refer to the Cleaning section of the Pella Window and Patio Door Owner's Manual.  

      For further assistance, submit a request to Pella Corporation's customer support team or call (877)-473-5527.

  •   How do I lock and unlock my French patio door with a Multipoint Locking System?
    • Turn the thumbturn lock inside or use the key outside to unlock the door.  To open the door, grasp the handle and push down, then operate the door.

      To engage the multipoint lock, close the door and lift up the handle. To lock the door so that it requires a key to unlock it from the outside, either turn the keylock on the exterior or turn the thumbturn lock on the inside with the handle raised. Test the door to make sure it is locked.

      Watch how to lock and unlock your French patio door with Multipoint Locking System.

  •   How do I lock and unlock my French patio door with a Flushbolt Locking System?
    • If your French patio door has two panels, and one panel has a nonoperable handle, the main panel locks and unlocks like the Multipoint Locking System:

      • Turn the thumbturn lock inside or use the key outside to unlock the door.  To open the door, grasp the handle and push down, then operate the door.
      • To engage the multipoint lock, close the door and lift up the handle. 
      • To lock the door so that it requires a key to unlock it from the outside, either turn the keylock on the exterior or turn the thumbturn lock on the inside with the handle raised. Test the door to make sure it is locked.

      The stationary panel locks and unlocks with flushbolts at the top and bottom of the panel. To disengage these flushbolts, find the black levers located on the strike plate and push the levers in, then up or down. There are small icons on the strike plate to denote the locked or unlocked position.

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