Timber French Doors for heritage and modern homes
Discover the perfect blend of timeless elegance and modern performance with our bespoke timber French doors.
Timber French Doors for heritage and modern homes
Designed to enhance any home—whether traditional or contemporary—our doors combine authentic craftsmanship with advanced security and insulation features to create a beautiful and functional entrance to your garden or patio.
Is this what you are seeking?
- Quieter roomsReduce disturbance at entrances, terraces and garden openings without compromising style.
- SecurityCombine strong timber construction with dependable glazing and hardware as one complete door system.
- Thermal comfortImprove warmth and reduce draughts where larger openings can otherwise feel exposed.
- Perfect matchChoose proportions, finishes and detailing that feel designed for the home rather than added afterwards.
French Doors Problems
Is this what you are experiencing?
Do draughts and heat loss around the doors make adjoining rooms feel less comfortable?
Are traffic, garden or street sounds travelling through larger glazed openings?
Do older doors leave you wanting better hardware, stronger glazing and greater peace of mind?
Do the current doors feel generic rather than properly matched to the architecture of the property?
Hear the difference with Soundproof Doors by Hugo Carter
Staggering, isn’t it? The humdrum of being under a flight path becomes inaudible and a stillness permeates through the property. If you suffer from the nuisance of noise pollution we can genuinely say that there isn’t a better product around to deal with the problem than this.
Our Ranges
French Door options
Timber door styles
French Doors – Heritage range
Our heritage French doors are styled authentically to provide you with a look and feel that bring conventional and simplistic beauty to your home, impossible to achieve in any other way.
Adding French doors to your home does not have to alter the period style of your home.
Our doors are designed to be able to open either in or out. You can also choose which door opens first so that you always have control of how your French doors work.
Click here to view our handle and latch options which are available in different finishes.
With our heritage range French doors, you can choose multiple colours to can achieve design coherence inside-out. If you have other fenestration in your home that requires attention, we can add glazing bars and leaded lights which comes in different sizes.
We pay special attention to detail in the construction of every set of heritage range French doors, including the proportions, sizes, forms, and the overall profiles of each set of doors to ensure that they maintain the look of the original. However, Hugo Carter doors have a hidden secret: sturdy modern construction that provides a lifetime of reliable use, security, and insulation to keep your home properly heated and the costs of your utilities low year round.
French Doors – Contemporary modern range
If you’re living in a modern home, or you want to bring a modern look and vibrant feel to your period home, then our contemporary range of French doors may be the perfect choice.
Our contemporary French casement doors do the work to capture the essence of your modern home and bring it to life in the best way – from the outside, where everyone can see it.
Built to match any of our lines of contemporary flush casement windows, you can rely on your contemporary French doors to provide you with versatility and sleek beauty every day.
Our doors are available in a wide range of colours. They can come in as pre-glazed, as pre-painted, as well as in customised colours. In this way, you can choose the exact colour palette to match your home and create a seamless transition. You can also choose to have your doors painted in multiple colours.
We construct our contemporary range of French casement doors to ensure that your home has all of the insulation, efficiency, and security that you have expected from our products. With a wide variety of sleek handles, locks, and other accessories, your new contemporary range French casement doors are everything you dreamed of and more.
Did you know?
One of the added benefits of our noise reduction doors is increased security. This is due to various design features, including the fact that the glass in our acoustic doors is laminated – exactly as you would find in burglar-proof doors.
Can you create noise reduction bi-folding doors?
Yes, we can. We offer a wide range of noise reduction glass doors, including sliding and bi-folding doors.
“I honestly didn’t think it was going to make as much difference as it did.”
Jeremy quickly realised our soundproof windows were the best noise pollution prevention solution available. He was impressed by how smoothly the installation went and by the difference the finished windows made to daily life and sleep.
Opening direction and lead door chosen around the room
French doors can be made to open either in or out, and you can choose which door opens first, giving the layout practical control.
Efficiency, safety and acoustic comfort can be built into the door specification without losing the familiar French door style.
Our Process
Step 1 – Initial Enquiry
Before contacting us, please make sure you have certain details to hand. These include the property location and type, especially if it is a listed building or in a conservation area, the details of your problem and the kind of windows and glazing you currently have. We will make sure we have enough information to plan an effective initial visit.
Step 2 – Initial Visit (Noise Assessment & Pricing Survey)
An acoustic specialist will talk you through your best options and give you an immediate idea of the different noise levels, then advise you on the best route forward. This initial visit is there to clarify the brief and help you understand the options before you commit.
Step 3 – Quotation & Noise Report
Based on the survey completed during the initial visit, our team will email a full costing together with a clear explanation of the suggested solution. We then follow up to answer questions and sense-check the recommendation with you.
Step 4 – Installation Survey
Once you have chosen to proceed, senior surveyors visit to take millimetre-accurate measurements and confirm the best method of installation. This is also where final aesthetic choices such as timber, paint colour and ironmongery are signed off.
Step 5 – Manufacture Updates
During manufacture, our team keeps you updated so you know how the order is progressing and when to expect the next stage.
Step 6 – Installation
When installation begins, the work is carefully managed so the property is protected throughout. The aim is a tidy, controlled installation that delivers the right acoustic, thermal and visual result.
Step 7 – Follow Up
After installation, we follow up to make sure everything is working as it should and to answer any questions you have about making the most of your new windows or doors.
Read our Frequently Asked Questions
When you say every product is ‘bespoke’, what exactly does that mean?
It means that each window is completely unique, and made to order.
Its design is shaped by a number of factors: by the level of noise reduction needed, and by the various choices you make.
It’s also, of course, made to measure – to the millimetre – for an exceptionally precise fit.
Why are your frames all made of hardwood timber?
Timber provides a superior level of noise protection and of longevity. For that reason, we won’t ever offer you ‘hollow’ frames – and why we don’t offer aluminium, UPVC, metal or crittal windows.
What timbers can I choose from?
The timber selection we offer you is: redwood, meranti, sapele and oak.
What glass do you choose for your windows?
We always use glass from the world’s two most renowned manufacturers – namely, Pilkington and St Gobain.
How can I ‘test the water’ before refitting the windows for my hotel?
We are happy to create a single ‘quiet room’ for you.
This will enable you to witness first-hand the benefits to both your guests and to your business.
It also means you have an immediate advantage over neighbouring hotels without such a facility.
As an architect, what’s the biggest difference you can make to my practice?
By giving you direct access to a rare depth of specialist knowledge about acoustic windows and doors, we can provide a level of expertise that can be of immediate and significant benefit to your clients.
Also, the quality of our workmanship and customer interaction is likely to only enhance your reputation.
How early on in a process do you like to be involved?
If a client is seeking a refurbishment specifically because of unacceptable noise levels, it makes sense to measure the noise at the property at an early stage – so you and they can make informed decisions.
On our initial visit to a client, we can do a full noise survey without them committing to our services.
What do the architects you currently work with most value?
We have been told that it is a ‘breath of fresh air’ to have a like-minded collaborator on a build project – someone who really ‘gets’ and respects the client’s needs and priorities, and can input design ideas into the process.
At what level of decibels does the noise start causing harm?
Those living with noise pollution of over 55dB are likely to suffer health problems *. In London this affects 1.6 million people.
*This is according to the World Health Organisation.
Why is it that your doors and windows can offer greater noise reduction than others?
You can put it down to a number of factors.
Firstly, there is our design and installation process, where we measure the sound to the decibel, and the space to the millimetre. Also, there is a continuity of expertise, as we never outsource or subcontract.
Secondly, there are the two core materials we select. The engineered hardwood timber and the glass provided by the world’s top specialists.
Thirdly, there are various design details – you can learn more about them here (link to product overview) which have resulted from our ongoing commitment to provide the very best soundproofing doors and windows.
How greatly can your windows reduce noise?
At the moment, our windows that create the greatest noise reduction are our high performance windows; they’re designed to reduce the decibels by up to 65db.
What are the factors that most affect cost?
There are various decisions and choices you will face up-front about your windows (or doors). Apart from the obvious (eg. the number of windows), the primary factors affecting cost are the level of noise reduction sought, the type of window, and also your preferred timber.
Can you give me a quotation without visiting the property?
Yes, it is possible, without visiting the property, to give you an approximate estimate. To do this, we need precise measurements and photos – and would also ask for some specific details about the nature of your need. (Including the level of noise reduction sought.)
Can I choose more than one window type?
Of course. We will talk you through your choices on our initial visit.
One common variable is the different level of noise reduction needed for the front and back of the house.
Is double glazing enough?
No. Not if you are wanting and needing to significantly reduce the level of noise. And in many cases, triple glazing will also not be enough.
It is not uncommon for us to encounter clients who have invested in double or triple glazing in good faith – and who have then been bitterly disappointed with the results.
What is so special about your windows?
We believe it is a combination of three things:
(1) The depth of acoustic expertise that goes into the design of every one of our windows.
(2) The degree to which our windows are bespoke, based on a deep understanding of your needs.
(3) The installation process, where again we take specific steps to optimise the noise reduction.
How do I know if you’re my best option (for noise reduction windows)?
We’re committed to helping you make a informed decision at the outset… and have absolutely no interest in designing and installing a window that isn’t absolutely right for you.
So, if we think that there’s an option that suits you better than Silent Windows, we will tell you so.
What if I live in a conservation area?
We have extensive experience of dealing with Grade I and Grade II listed buildings – and of delivering solutions that help clients to achieve planning permission.
Within our Knowledge Centre, do check out our blogs relating to ‘conservation’.
Is it realistic to expect ‘zero complaints’ from customers?
In terms of noise, absolutely.
Here’s the evidence. Take our first hotel client, where we initially created a single ‘quiet room’.
Whereas, prior to installation, there were repeatedly customer complaints about the outside noise in WC1, there have been none since.
Do you have proof of satisfied clients?
In Autumn 2016 we installed our windows to create a quiet room for a particular hotel client.
They were so delighted with the results that they have since contracted us to carry out installation across an entire first floor of the same hotel… and in two more hotels within their hotel chain.
Arrange a Free Noise Assessment today!
- Schedule a free consultation - We assess your needs & produce the best solution
- Bespoke Design & Installation – Precision-crafted windows, expertly fitted
- Enjoy Peace & Quiet – Experience noise-free living
Fill in the form and we’ll schedule a quiet–focused consultation visit with a sound specialist at your convenience.
Arrange a Free Noise Assessment today!
Your initial visit is a no-obligation consultation with an acoustic specialist, not a salesperson.
- Understand your needs – We discuss the noise affecting your home and the outcome you want.
- Measure the noise – Using an NTi XL2 Acoustic Analyser, we assess key rooms and compare noise levels inside and out.
- Recommend the right approach – We explain the options most likely to help, including alternatives if Silent Windows are not the best fit.
You will have clear information before deciding whether to proceed. Prefer to talk first? Call 0203 908 0008 or read how our process works.
