Which fly screen door works best for french doors?
French doors provide plenty of light, a feeling of space and a nice connection between indoors and outdoors. Especially in spring and summer, these doors are often open. The downside? Insects easily find their way inside.
A standard insect screen door is not always the best solution for French doors. You have to deal with a wide passage, intensive use and often different types of window frames. That is why many people choose a pleated screen door as a practical yet stylish solution.
But what type of pleated screen door is really best suited for French doors? In this blog, you will discover what to look out for and which solutions are best suited to your situation.
What does a screen door for French doors need to meet?
French doors require a different approach than a standard door. A screen door here should not only keep insects out, but also remain pleasant in daily use.
When choosing a screen door for French doors, it is therefore important to consider:
- a free and wide passage;
- smooth opening and closing;
- a solution that fits well with the type of frame;
- little loss of space;
- and a low bottom guide.
Especially with double doors, you want to avoid a screen door getting in the way or opening awkwardly when you often walk outside.
Why a pleated screen door is often the best choice
A pleated screen door is often chosen for French doors. This is not without reason.
A pleated screen door:
- slides aside compactly;
- takes up little space
- stays in any desired position
- and is very suitable for wide passages.
For double doors, a pleated screen door is especially practical, as two screen doors that close towards each other can be used. This keeps the passageway wide and accessible.
The most popular screen doors for French doors
Original pleated screen door
The Original Plissé screen door is the most frequently chosen solution for French doors for many homes. Known as a proven favourite, this screen door is suitable for almost any situation.
The screen door has:
- a sturdy chain system;
- a sleek design;
- a smooth operation;
- and a low bottom guide of only 3 mm;
The Original Plissé screen door can be mounted without drilling and screws, making it suitable for wooden, plastic and aluminium window frames. Therefore, this screen door is a versatile solution that can be used in almost every home and situation with French doors.
It is also a practical solution for wide French doors. With two screen doors closing towards each other, the passage remains wide and accessible while insects are effectively kept out.
KeJe Splendid pleated fly screen door
The KeJe Splendid pleated fly screen door is a popular choice for larger openings and modern homes.
This fly screen door stands out because of its:
- suitability for wider door openings;
- silent opening and closing;
- custom-made solutions for almost any situation;
- and a sleek, modern finish.
The Splendid pleated fly screen door is suitable for wooden, uPVC, and aluminium frames. Because it can be installed without drilling or screws, it is especially suitable for uPVC frames.
KeJe Micro 13 and Midel 22
Do you have limited space between the frame and, for example, a roller shutter or screen? Then the KeJe Micro 13 and Midel 22 have been specially developed for these situations.
These compact pleated fly screen doors require very little space while still offering the comfort of a full-sized fly screen door.
The Micro 13 is ideal for very limited spaces, while the Midel 22 offers more possibilities for larger door openings.
Which fly screen door best suits your situation?
Below you will find an overview of the most suitable fly screen doors for French doors, depending on your situation. This makes it easy to see which solution best matches your home and requirements.
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Situation |
Best Solution |
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Daily use |
Original pleated fly screen door & KeJe Splendid pleated fly screen door |
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Large or wide openings |
KeJe Splendid pleated fly screen door |
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Limited space around the frame |
KeJe Micro 13 or Midel 22 |
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uPVC frames without drilling |
Original pleated fly screen door & KeJe Splendid pleated fly screen door |
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Modern and sleek appearance |
Original pleated fly screen door & KeJe Splendid pleated fly screen door |
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Homes with children or pets |
Original pleated fly screen door |
Need advice on a fly screen door for French doors?
Not sure which fly screen door is the best fit for your French doors? A KeJe dealer will be happy to help you with personal advice, measuring, and selecting the right solution for your home. This way, you can be sure you choose a fly screen door that fits perfectly and remains practical for everyday use.
The right window covering for your window? That can be quite a search. Our KeJe dealers will be happy to help. They can tell you all about the convenience of our window decoration and insect screens. Whether you want in-frame window decoration for your plastic frames, don't mind drilling into your wooden frames or want to experience the convenience of electrical window decoration.
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