How About an Exterior Pocket Door?

Large entryways are one of the hottest trends in home design these days. These present unique challenges as their size demands multiple doors. When you decide on a large entryway, the last thing you want is for the opening to be covered in any way.

The traditional method of installation involves sliding doors. These provide a logical benefit as they can be opened and closed without excessive strain. They are, in fact, large doors. The downside to this method is it only allows a portion of the opening to remain. The sliding doors ultimately stack in a way that covers the opening.

As a solution to this unique challenge, Torrey Door and Window Company often suggests the use of exterior pocket doors. Pocket doors, or doors that slide into a wall for maximum concealment, are commonly used inside the home. However, they're rarely even considered as an option for external use, simply because the trends in design haven't necessitated them. Now, since more and more people are opting for the glamorous look of large entryways, we recommend external pocket doors as they provide both the traditional benefits of sliding doors as well as the option to be concealed.