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Q: Is it better for French doors to swing in or out?

• <div><p>French doors that open to exterior spaces are often installed to swing inward, as this makes them more secure than outward-swinging doors, due to the interior hinges being inaccessible from the outside. For interior doors, it&rsquo;s personal preference which direction to hang your doors, but it&rsquo;s common to have them open into the larger of the two spaces they&rsquo;re separating. </p></div>

Q: How do you determine if a door is a fire door?

• <div><p>Start by checking the top or side edge of the door. Look for a certification label or metal tag stamped with details like the fire rating and information on the manufacturer. Even if it&rsquo;s painted over, the tag should still be visible. Next, look along the edges for slim intumescent strips. They&rsquo;re designed to swell up and seal gaps when exposed to heat. Finally, check if the door closes itself. Most fire doors have a self-closing mechanism, like an overhead closer or spring hinges. If none of these are obvious, contact a fire safety professional to help verify your door. </p></div>

Q: What is the longest-lasting exterior door?

• <div><p>Steel doors last the longest, sometimes upwards of 100 years. Fiberglass comes in second, with a lifespan of 70 years. Wood doors have the lowest lifespan, with some wood types only last 20 to 40 years.</p></div>

Q: Which side of the hinge goes on the door?

• <div><p>The vast majority of hinges are symmetrical, and either side of the hinge can go on the door or the frame. Occasionally, you'll find a hinge specifically made for right or left-handed doors with different attachment hardware or larger plates on one side. In most cases, the large side of the hinge goes on the frame.</p><p>It is possible to install hinges backward, so be careful when placing them. Position the hinge so that the hinge pin faces the direction the door will swing. For example, if you're standing on the side the door will open into, the pin should be visible. Be extra careful when installing exterior doors, as placing the hinges on the outside for an outward-facing door makes your home much easier to break into.</p></div>

Q: Can I install a door without a frame?

• <div><p>You can install many types of interior doors without a frame as long as the door is prehung or there is already an existing door in the opening. If the opening has never had a door installed, you will need to install a frame with the door. Consult a professional door installer to inspect the opening to determine whether or not it&rsquo;s possible to place a door there without a frame.</p></div>

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Last update on March 31, 2026

Reviewed in March 2026
Paul and Nathan have done multiple projects for us, from sheetrock repair and painting in our current home, sheetrock and painting at my son's home as well as all of the sheetrock and painting in the home we are currently building. They listened to our expectations and gave advise on what will...
Nathan & Paul's Quality Painting and Remodeling
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Reviewed in May 2025
I had the pleasure of working with Colt and the team at Dirt Lion on a series of projects, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. As a client managing the process from out of town, I especially appreciated the clear and consistent communication. Their ability to handle local...
Dirt Lion, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
Great owner. Great staff. Great service. Great price. Highly recommend.
Bug Bullys LLC
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Reviewed in September 2023
These young men do an awesome job. They are hard working gentlemen and very polite. They can do a lot of different lawn maintenance things. Just tell them what you need.
Morris Lawn and Tree Service
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Reviewed in March 2023
Trae did a very good job! Will be rehiring!
Samuel's Pressure Washing
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Reviewed in March 2023
Tyler is amazing! His customer service skills are wonderful, his work was quick and absolutely beyond what I envisioned! I will absolutely be hiring Applegate again as well as referring him to everyone I know!!
Applegate Decking
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Reviewed in June 2022
Very professional and customer friendly top notch work as well. You canâ t go wrong with Jeremy.
Bixler Fence
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Reviewed in December 2021
My experience with Applegate Renovations LLC was amazing! They were very friendly,professional and did an amazing job on my deck! I definitely recommend them for anyone needing work done and will continue to refer them to all my friends and family!
Applegate Renovation
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Reviewed in November 2020
Randy Jones and his crew were all amazing. They installed 15 windows for us at a great value. Everyone was professional and couteous. The work was done with great detail and they cleaned up after themselves. We are extremely happy and will use them for all our future needs.
Factory Direct Exteriors, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2013
When they came out to put the floor in they told me they would cut the stone of the fireplace and put the flooring under that. He told me he would do this so it would look professional. He ended up just putting it up against that and it did not look good. He ended up getting pneumonia and he did...
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Sentinel Glass

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Hardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or ReplaceSliding Door or Tracks - RepairStorm Door - Repair

Serving Amity, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent work and price we will definitely hire Wayne again!"

Built in bookcase with diamond shaped mirrors

+26

Response time2 days

Response rate89%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Doors (Exterior) - Install or Replace

Serving Amity, AR and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2007

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I felt the price quoted was exceptionally high and they wanted to do more than just replace 2 doors."

6137 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by66%of homeowners

Doors - RepairSliding Door or Tracks - RepairStorm Door - Repair

Serving Amity, AR and surrounding areas

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"This company is great. They quickly got back with my want-ad I put on Angi and Jeff was here in no time. He done a great job and was very quick."

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Huggins Home Repair

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Serving Amity, AR and surrounding areas

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I provide reliable, high quality handyman services for residential and commercial properties. From drywall repair, painting, carpentry, fixture installation, and general home maintenance to small repairs and home improvement projects, I take pride in completing every job with attention to detail and dependable workmanship. My goal is to deliver honest service, fair pricing, and lasting results that keep your home or business in top condition.

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Brody Carter

New to Angi

Doors - RepairDoors - Repair - For BusinessHardware, Latches & Tracks (Door) - Repair or Replace+3 more

Serving Amity, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

10 years experience. Trustworthy and dependable!\n

Doors (Exterior) - Install or ReplaceDoors (Exterior) - Install or Replace - For BusinessDoors (Interior) - Install or Replace+6 more

Serving Amity, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent work. We purchased natural cherry cabinets in shaker style, with the panels made of solid wood rather than veneer. That is more difficult work, as each panel has to be constructed from several planks. Moreover, the clear finish would leave any flaws more visible. Simply put, the doors are beautiful--flawless in both construction and finish. They are similar in quality to custom cherry furniture we own."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Doors - RepairStorm Door - InstallStorm Door - Repair

Serving Amity, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The glass that they put into our doors looks awesome and they did a good job."

Response time2 days

Response rate93%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Freewalt Builders Inc

4.6(

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Doors (Exterior) - Install or ReplaceDoors (Exterior) - Install or Replace - For BusinessDoors (Interior) - Install or Replace+12 more

Serving Amity, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"At first I we had trouble connecting but once we did, I found Art to be honest and professional. He made several recommendations as to how to proceed with the project and once he arrived on site, completed it in one day."

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Factory Direct Exteriors

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Doors (Exterior) - Install or ReplaceDoors (Exterior) - Install or Replace - For BusinessDoors (Interior) - Install or Replace+6 more

Serving Amity, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a wonderful job, the work was very skilled, like a craftsman should. I was very happy, they cleaned up everything and the house looks great"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Amity, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

"It went great. At the time, the guy was only doing the paint work as a side job, but it still only took 3 days to get the entire inside of my home complete. That's with baseboards and doors removed from the hinges to be painted as well. For the price that he gave me, I couldnt have asked for a better job well done! The yellow paint in the pictures posted are the before and the gray are the after."

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Doors questions, answered by experts

French doors that open to exterior spaces are often installed to swing inward, as this makes them more secure than outward-swinging doors, due to the interior hinges being inaccessible from the outside. For interior doors, it’s personal preference which direction to hang your doors, but it’s common to have them open into the larger of the two spaces they’re separating.

Start by checking the top or side edge of the door. Look for a certification label or metal tag stamped with details like the fire rating and information on the manufacturer. Even if it’s painted over, the tag should still be visible. Next, look along the edges for slim intumescent strips. They’re designed to swell up and seal gaps when exposed to heat. Finally, check if the door closes itself. Most fire doors have a self-closing mechanism, like an overhead closer or spring hinges. If none of these are obvious, contact a fire safety professional to help verify your door.

Steel doors last the longest, sometimes upwards of 100 years. Fiberglass comes in second, with a lifespan of 70 years. Wood doors have the lowest lifespan, with some wood types only last 20 to 40 years.

The vast majority of hinges are symmetrical, and either side of the hinge can go on the door or the frame. Occasionally, you'll find a hinge specifically made for right or left-handed doors with different attachment hardware or larger plates on one side. In most cases, the large side of the hinge goes on the frame.

It is possible to install hinges backward, so be careful when placing them. Position the hinge so that the hinge pin faces the direction the door will swing. For example, if you're standing on the side the door will open into, the pin should be visible. Be extra careful when installing exterior doors, as placing the hinges on the outside for an outward-facing door makes your home much easier to break into.

You can install many types of interior doors without a frame as long as the door is prehung or there is already an existing door in the opening. If the opening has never had a door installed, you will need to install a frame with the door. Consult a professional door installer to inspect the opening to determine whether or not it’s possible to place a door there without a frame.

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