Not that I have seen - what we could do is a plantation shutter and then use a Crimsafe build-out to attach the security screen - you need to have it so that the shutter can open and it not protrude in to the screen - the challenge I see is that there will be a fairly large gap between each door to allow them to pass each other You might be better to look at using a commercial door section a slimline fixed louvre and then having your screen at the rear - this would allow a much better fit and also slide - but it would not be an opening type shutter Sorry best ideas I have for now - if you need anything else or me to do a rough sketch so you can approach someone in your area let me know Regards Heather

Hi again, thanks everyone for your input. I have been to a well known window/door manufacturer today which makes aluminium, timber and alu/timber composite to compare all options. It was a local company also so they were able to advise based on knowledge of our climate. The composite was higher in price but was also too contemporary in design, the aluminium was also too contemporary in design and not all options suitable for double-glazed glass, so we have returned to the idea of the solid timber but have taken all the advice on board and are opting for a pair of hinged french doors with sidelights in size to match and fanlights above so we can still retain the overall height and look but the actual doors will be closer to standard 2100mm height. Hopefully this will also eliminate any difficulty with opening them which we would probably have found had we had a bi-fold system or 2.7m door height. FYI the salesperson I spoke with also advised that there is a product available (sold in our local area from Inspirations Paint company) which when applied to the timber doors/windows gives 7 year protection from rot and fading due to rain and UV. He had used this himself on his own timber doors which were also exposed fully to the weather and highly recommended it - so I will post what this treatment is when I have more information on it. Thanks again everyone who helped out with their advice

depends what you need...take some measurements and photos to various suppliers and ask for quotes and suggestions...it may be more cost effective to replace whole walls than several small windows but you need to start with confirming the best floor plan and structural restrictions and researching different options...no point in deciding on options that are not available locally or way out of budget...would love to see a floor plan and photos to better understand what you're planning to do

Lorraine - it may be easier if you posted a photo. However, you are unlikely to buy something new and special off-the-shelf as most door manufacturers only make fairly generic doors in standard sizes. I would suggest engaging a good, old-fashioned style cabinetmaker who has an artistic flair to custom-make your doors. Yes, it will be more expensive than off-the-shelf, but doors are something that you see every day and use every day, so it is often worth spending money to get them right. If done right they will give you joy every day. This huge front door was custom made by Sawdust Timber Furniture, but they can make any size or shape.https://www.sawdusttimberfurniture.com/ I would not buy second-hand glazed doors as they are unlikely to comply with the current building codes for glazing safety, and they can be quite dangerous with toddlers and kids running around. New doors should have the right glass to comply with the building regulations. Best of luck with your research, Dr Retro of Dr Retro House Calls and Dr Retro Virtual Visits