- Is this door left- or right-hand?
- It is a left-hand unit: the active panel is on the left as you look at the door from outside. Check the swing direction of your old door before ordering.
- What rough opening does a 72-in French door need?
- Plan for a rough opening a little wider and taller than the 72-in by 80-in unit, typically about 1/2 to 1 in of play on each side. Measure your opening and confirm with the manufacturer's spec sheet.
- What does Low-E glass do?
- Low-E coating reflects heat and UV while letting visible light through. It helps keep rooms cooler in summer and reduces fading of furniture and floors.
- Can I install it myself?
- It is possible for an experienced DIYer, but the unit is heavy and needs two or more people. Poor flashing and sealing cause most leak complaints, so a professional install is safer.
- How does this compare with a sliding patio door?
- A French door swings open on hinges and gives a wider clear opening per panel, while a slider glides and needs no swing space. This unit adds Low-E glass and between-glass grilles, which sliders often lack at the same level.
- Where is the JELD-WEN French 72-in 80-in x 4-9/16-in Jamb Low-E Grilles cheapest?
- At Lowe's, for $2,119.42, as of our latest check.