As portas francesas devem abrir para dentro ou para fora?

hotiano
Janeiro 10, 2025
12:36 pm

Portas francesas are a very popular choice for homes. They let in lots of light and look very nice. But, you have to decide if they should open inward ou outward. This article will help you understand the best choice for you.

What Are French Doors?

Portas francesas are two doors that are next to each other and open in the middle. They often have glass panels. This lets a lot of natural light into your home. They can be used for patios or balconies.

Do French Doors Open In or Out?

Portas francesas can open inward ou outward, but not both ways. You have to pick one way when you buy the doors. There are good things and bad things about each option.

Inward Opening French Doors

Inward opening doors open into the room.

Good Things About Inward Opening Doors

More Weather Protection: Doors that open in are better at keeping out rain. This is because the seals on the door work better when they push against the frame.
Better in Windy Areas: If you live where it is very windy, inward opening doors are better. Strong winds can slam outward opening doors and cause damage.
Safer in Some Cases: In a fire, it is easier to break through inward opening doors to get out.
More Privacy: Inward opening doors can offer more privacy because the hinges are inside.
Easier to Add Screens: It is easier to add a screen door that opens outward to an inward opening French door.
Better for Small Balconies: If you have a small balcony, it might be better to have doors that open inward.

Bad Things About Inward Opening Doors

Take up Space Inside: Inward opening doors take up space in the room as they swing open. You have to make sure furniture is not in the way.
Can be Pushed Open: Inward opening doors can be kicked open more easily than outward opening doors.
Not good in heavy snow: Inward doors may leak if snow piles up in front of them.
Can Hit Furniture: If the door opens in, it could hit furniture in the room.

Outward Opening French Doors

Outward opening doors open to the outside.

Good Things About Outward Opening Doors

More Space Inside: Outward opening doors do not take up space in the room. You can place furniture closer to the doors.
More Secure: Outward opening doors are harder to kick open from the outside. They also often have hinges that are hard to remove.
Better in Storms: If you live in an area that has storms, outward opening doors are better. Strong winds can push inward opening doors open.
Less Leaking: Outward opening doors can be better for keeping rain out. This is because they have gaskets that compress.
Easier to Escape: In some cases, outward opening doors are better for escaping if there is an emergency.

Bad Things About Outward Opening Doors

Less Weather Protection: Outward opening doors can be more exposed to wind and rain. Rain can also leak into the house more easily.
Can be Damaged: Strong winds can damage outward opening doors.
Not Good in Snow: Outward opening doors can be blocked by snow.
Take up Space Outside: If you have a small porch or patio, outward opening doors can take up a lot of space.
Can Hit People: Outward opening doors can hit people standing outside.

Things to Think About When Choosing

When deciding if your Portas francesas should open in or out, think about these things:

1. Space

Inside Space: Do you have enough space inside for the doors to swing open?. Make sure they won’t hit furniture.
Outside Space: Do you have enough space outside for the doors to swing open?. Make sure they won’t hit anything on your porch or patio.
Traffic: Make sure the doors won’t block other doors.

2. Weather

Snow: If you get a lot of snow, you may want doors that open in. Snow can block doors that open out.
Wind: If you live in a windy area, doors that open in are better because wind can damage doors that open out.
Rain: If you have a lot of rain, you may want doors that open out to keep water from leaking in.

3. Security

Inward doors can be kicked open more easily.
Outward doors often have special hinges that can’t be removed.
You can add security features to both kinds of doors.

4. Building Codes

Some areas have rules about which way doors should open. Check your local codes before you decide.

5. Personal Preference

Think about what you like best.
Think about what is most useful for you.

Can You Change the Way French Doors Open?

You cannot easily change the way Portas francesas open. Doors are made to open either in or out. You can’t just flip the door around. You have to buy doors that are made to open the way you want.

Do Both Doors Open?

Yes, both doors on Portas francesas can open. But, one door is used more often than the other. One door has the handle and opens all the time. The other door has a latch and stays shut most of the time. You can open both doors when you need a larger opening.

How to Choose:

Here’s a table that sums up the pros and cons:

Recurso	Inward Opening Doors	Outward Opening Doors
Espaço	Take up space inside, may not be good for small rooms.	Save space inside, good for small rooms
Weather	Better protection against rain and wind. May leak if snow builds up.	May be damaged by strong winds, more exposed to weather, can be blocked by snow
Security	Easier to kick open from outside.	Harder to kick open, special hinges to prevent removal
Segurança	Easier for rescuers to break through in a fire.	May be a barrier if people try to get out.
Privacy	May offer better privacy due to internal hinges	Hinges may be visible on the exterior
Telas	Easier to add a screen door that opens outward	Can be tricky to screen, but retractable screens are available.
Small Areas	Good for small balconies, as they don’t obstruct space outside.	May not be ideal for small patios, as they encroach on space outside.
Climate	May be better in heavy snow or windy conditions	May be better in storms and heavy rain, not good for heavy snow
General Use	Suitable for interior use and for exterior doors where an outward swing might cause an obstruction.	Good for exterior use, maximizing interior space, and for creating an open flow between indoors and outdoors.