Exterior Hinged Doors and Swinging Barn Doors

Explore exterior hinged doors with the character of a custom barn-style or architectural entry. These doors swing within an opening rather than sliding along the wall. Compare panel designs, glass and finishes, then plan the handing, frame and weather details for your entrance.
Exterior Doors

Details make the difference

Start with the way you enter

Explore exterior hinged doors by material, panel layout and glass. Coordinate the door and frame with the opening and the weather exposure at your home.

Exterior Doors: planning at a glance
ConsiderHow it worksBefore you choose
Single entryOne operating leafConfirm handing, sill and the measured opening.
Double entryTwo leaves create a wider entranceReview the active leaf and locking arrangement.
Sidelights and transomsGlass beside or above the doorMeasure the complete assembly, not only the door panel.

A barn-door look with hinged entry operation

A swinging barn-style door brings panel character to an entrance that needs conventional hinged movement. It does not require a wall-mounted sliding track, but it does need a clear swing path and a suitable frame. Compare the approach, landing and nearby fixtures before choosing inswing or outswing. Then review the panel, hinges, lock preparation, threshold and seals as parts of the same entry assembly.

For a wider entry, compare double exterior doors. To bring light around the panel, explore doors with sidelights and transoms and measure the whole opening rather than the door leaf alone.

Before you choose

Is an exterior hinged barn door the same as an outdoor sliding barn door?

No. Hinged doors swing in a frame; sliding barn doors move on a track outside the opening. Their clearance, hardware, closing and weather-sealing details differ. Choose the operation and complete assembly for the project.

How do I specify handing for an exterior hinged door?

Provide the intended swing direction and identify the viewing side with a sketch or photograph. Use the selected manufacturer’s handing convention and confirm it on the order; left and right can be misunderstood when the viewing side is not stated.

Have your opening dimensions and a few favorite designs ready?

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