However, one purposeful way to mimic the central focal point idea of middle knobs is French doors or double doors; you still get the torque advantage with the hinges being on either side of each door.

However, swapping hardware is an easy and affordable way to upgrade any lackluster entrance. Gaines explains her concept on Instagram: "Design tip: to make new interior French doors look old ...

Q. I've decided to install some interior French doors. Since I'm a rookie carpenter, I'm intrigued by some prehung French doors I saw at a lumber yard. What's your opinion of these doors?