The goal when measuring your jamb for our exterior steel double dutch doors with side windows is to get the measurement from the outermost finishing of your exterior (stucco, brick, concrete, wood, etc.) to the face of the drywall inside. To get this measurement, make sure that you're including all parts of the building materials and the finishings.

Flat Top Double Doors with Side Windows

Arch Top Double Doors with Side Windows

In-Swing

Out-Swing

In-Swing

These exterior steel double dutch doors with side windows thresholds differ slightly from in-swing to out-swing models, however both have an exterior side that slopes gently downward. These thresholds are made from one continuously piece cold-rolled air series steel, with a flatbar added to the bottom, increasing the structural integrity of the unit.

These standard exterior steel double dutch doors with side windows are pre-hung and include the doors, fully assembled frame, and side windows (each packaged separately for ease of transport and installation). The jamb size is measured at 6” deep (net size) and made from cold-rolled air series steel. This jamb size refers to the net depth of the side windows being installed into your rough opening, which bolt to the 4” deep door frame (On doors with just one side window, the frame depth opposite the side window will be a full 6”). Custom jamb sizes are available via our made to order section.

Strike plates, which are typically included when purchasing a lockset, are the plates that receive the throws of the latch and deadbolt and secure your door in place. Our steel double dutch doors with side windows come with different bore hole / strike plate configurations depending on which model you purchase.

Air Getty Dutch - Our Air Getty Dutch door model is manufactured with one bore hole / strike plate opening on both the upper and lower panels (Deadbolt on the upper panel and passage latch on the lower panel).

Air 4, 5, & Lite Dutch - Our Air 4, 5, & Lite Dutch door models are manufactured with a single bore hole / strike plate on the lower panel only, and is made to accept a keyed entry set with latch strike opening.

These exterior steel double dutch doors with side windows come with laser cut strike plate openings on the dummy leaf door, and feature pre-drilled and pre-tapped holes for machine screws.

These steel exterior double dutch doors with side windows come standard with adjustable roller catches on both the top and bottom of the doors. Adjustments can be made using a standard Phillips screwdriver in order to fine-tune the mechanism. These roller catches allow the doors to “catch” into place, providing additional seal properties for taller doors, as well as assisting your locking system with further longevity.

These exterior steel double dutch doors with side windows are equipped with flush bolts installed on both the top and bottom of the inactive dummy leaf door. When engaged, these flush bolts will secure the dummy leaf door into the frame. On taller doors, we use a longer rod on the upper flush bolt for ease of access. When disengaged, both doors can fully open, allowing larger items like furniture to pass through more easily, while also creating a more open concept when entertaining guests.

These exterior steel double dutch doors with side windows also feature a flush bolt to lock the upper and lower panels together, ensuring security when engaged. When disengaged, they allow for better airflow and a more open feel.

These exterior steel double dutch doors with side windows come standard with modern bullet hinges. The frame will have the bottom portion of the hinges welded on (Hinge and male pin). The top receiving portion of the hinge will be welded onto each door leaf, and include a screwed in grease fitting, allowing you to maintain and grease the hinges regularly via a standard grease gun. 

One copper crushed washer per hinge is included and required prior to hanging the door onto the frame. These washers protect the hinges by introducing a softer copper metal between the 2 hinge components in order to absorb the friction and allow the doors to swing smoothly. This hinge system is far superior to ball bearing systems, as the bearings are made of stainless steel, which is a harder metal inside a steel barrel, causing ware to both components and sagging over time.

An astragal is the welded component on the doors that provide a seal preventing exterior elements such as air and light from penetrating into the home. These standard steel exterior double dutch doors with side windows come equipped with an astragal, but the location of that astragal will vary depending on the swing of the door.

Double Doors (Out-swing) - Astragal will be welded on the exterior of the active leaf door and seal against the inactive dummy leaf door when in the closed position.

Double Doors (In-swing) - Astragal will be welded on the exterior of the inactive dummy leaf door and seal against the active leaf door when in the closed position.

These standard steel exterior double dutch doors with side windows come standard with dual foam weather stripping, which comes pre-installed around the entire frame of the door, as well as down the full length of the center astragal. This full suite of weather stripping acts as a barrier from outdoor elements and helps prevent cold or hot air from leaking out of the home, resulting in a much more energy efficient product.

These standard steel exterior double dutch doors with side windows come with pre-installed rubber door sweeps at the bottom of each door leaf, as well as on the bottom of the upper panels. These door sweeps create a tight seal between the door leafs and the threshold / lower panel, preventing outside elements from entering your home. This simple yet effective feature helps insulate your space, improving energy efficiency.

These standard steel exterior double dutch doors with side windows feature a pre-installed drip edge mounted on the exterior side of the upper panel. This drip edge serves as an additional barrier, preventing descending exterior elements from entering your space between the upper and lower panels while still allowing the upper dutch panel to operate without obstruction.

These standard steel exterior double dutch doors with side windows come filled with a polyurethane foam core, which acts as a sound deadening material, and also provides some insulating properties for better energy efficiency. The foam also helps prevent moisture from accumulating inside the steel tubes, contributing to the door's longevity.

Please note, this foam should not be confused with a thermally broken barrier. For more extreme weather conditions dropping below 27 degrees Fahrenheit, please inquire about our thermal break models.

These standard steel exterior double dutch doors with side windows frames feature welded mounting tabs designed to be installed from the interior of your space. The tabs are inset to allow for 5/8” drywall to be installed flush with the face of the frame. Each tab features two pre-drilled lag holes for a more flexible installation, though only one lag bolt per tab is required.

These standard steel exterior double dutch doors with side windows leafs come standard at 2” thick, providing both security and durability. Keep this thickness in mind when sourcing locks, as some locks will not be compatible with a 2” thick door without the inclusion of a thick door kit (based on lock manufacturer's availability).

Steel doors offer many more enhanced security features when compared to their wood, fiberglass, vinyl, or aluminum counterparts. These standard steel exterior double dutch doors with side windows are made with cold-rolled air series steel, which contains a galvanized mix to help prevent corrosion and rust over time. A unique feature of this cold-rolled air series steel is that it is made from a single, continuous piece of rolled metal, eliminating the need for additional welds and fillers. This results in a stronger, more durable product, eliminating weak points from paint cracking and water intrusion.

How do I measure my jamb?

The goal is to get the measurement from the outermost finishing of your exterior (stucco, brick, concrete, wood, etc) to the face of the interior drywall.

How thick are your exterior steel double dutch doors with side windows jambs? 

These exterior steel double dutch doors with side windows jambs come standard at 6” thick. Custom jamb sizes are available via our made to order section.

Is the jamb the same thing as the frame? 

The jamb refers to the vertical components of the overall door frame. The jamb size refers to the thickness of those vertical components.

How does the frame mount to the wall? 

These standard steel exterior double dutch doors with side windows feature welded mounting tabs designed to be installed from the interior of your space. The tabs are inset to allow for 5/8” drywall to be installed flush with the face of the frame. Each tab features two pre-drilled lag holes for a more flexible installation, though only one lag bolt per tab is required. Bolt through applications or nailer fins are available via request through our custom sales team.

Is the jamb included with the door?

Yes, the jamb is a component of the frame, which is made specifically for the door that it is packaged with.

Is the jamb/frame galvanized or zinc coated?

Yes, these exterior steel double dutch with side windows door jambs and frames contain a galvanized mix to help prevent corrosion, rust, and finish issues when exposed to damp or moist conditions over time.

How is the jamb insulated?

We use a polyurethane foam filling in our exterior steel double dutch doors with side windows jambs for sound deadening purposes, which also provides some insulating properties. Please note, this foam should not be confused with a thermally broken barrier. For more extreme weather conditions dropping below 27 degrees Fahrenheit, please inquire about our thermal break models.