French Door Draught Proofing Kit
Elegant doors deserve a smarter seal. 🚪💨🌿
French doors add light and beauty to your home—but their design often comes with an unwanted side effect: draughts, rattles, dust and thermal loss.
The French Door Draught Proofing Kit is designed specifically to seal the perimeter, central meeting point, and under-door gap of timber French doors—so you can enjoy their style without sacrificing comfort.
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French Door Draught Proofing Kit
Product details
Description
Specification
Perimeter gap around doors up to 10mm
- Centre gap between doors of 2mm to 7mm
- Maximum door height of 2350mm
BUTT KIT SPECIFICATIONS:
| French Door Kits |
Butt Kit |
Butt Kit |
| Finish | Raw Timber / Bronze | White Aluminium / Silver |
| Perimeter Seal |
Draught Dodgers - One Door |
Draught Dodgers - One Door |
| Astragal Seal |
2350mm EMV Seal |
2350mm EMV Seal |
| Bottom Door Weather Seal |
2 x 1100mm Raw Timber Draught Dodgers with black brush |
2 x 1100mm White Aluminium Draught Dodgers with black brush |
| Maximum Door Width |
1100mm | 1100mm |
| Maximum Bottom Gap |
10mm | 10mm |
SILL KIT SPECIFICATIONS:
| French Door Kits |
Sill Kit | Sill Kit |
| Finish | Raw Timber / Bronze |
White Aluminium / Silver |
| Perimeter Seal |
Draught Dodgers One Door Set |
Draught Dodgers One Door Set |
| Astragal Seal |
2350mm EMV Seal |
2350mm EMV Seal |
| Bottom Door Weather Seal |
|
2 x 920mm RP5 Silver |
| Compressive Seal | 2350mm Compressive Seal Brown |
2350mm Compressive Seal White |
| Maximum Door Width | 920mm | 920mm |
| Maximum Bottom Gap | 19mm | 19mm |
Raw Timber Moulding Material:
- “Tassie Oak” range of select grade Australian hardwood species
White Aluminum Moulding Material:
- Powder Coated Aluminum in White - with white compressive seals
Draught Dodgers Moulding Profile:
Dodger for Doors Perimeter Seal Profile:
Gap Size:
- Covers a gap from jamb edge to door face of up to 10mm.
- Moulding can be fitted to suit varying width gaps
How To Install
With everything you need in one place, the customised ecoMaster French Door Draught Proofing Kit provides the ideal solution - effective and easy to fit yourself.
First let’s look at the different mechanisms of French Doors:
Before we explain the sequence of operation, it is useful to understand the anatomy of a French Door:
What you will need:
- Measuring tape
- Pencil
- Miter box
- Sharp-bladed hacksaw
- Pair of scissors
- No. 2 Phillips screwdriver
- Hammer
- Alcohol wipes/ cleaning spray and microfibre cloth
Follow this sequence for a trouble free job:
1. Thoroughly clean all surfaces to maximize bond strength of components with your doors.
2. Fit the Draught Dodgers to the perimeter.
Ensure you use the fitting packer when installing Draught Dodgers for a perfect fit.
If your doors open inward, the Draught Dodgers go on the outside.
If your doors open outwards they go on the inside.
3. Treat the centre gap between the two doors.
Fit the center seal to the inside edge of the inactive door. This keeps it out of the way and you can see it working.
4. Treat the bottom of the doors.
"How To" Installation Videos:
Check out our French Door Installation DIY videos showing how to install a French Door Kit. Super easy to follow, it features detailed, step-by-step instructions.
Type A - French Door Kit - Sill Threshold (outward opening door
- Fit Draught Dodgers to the INSIDE perimeter of the doors
- Fit EMV to the astragal (center of the door)
- Fit RP5s on the bottom OUTSIDE of the doors.
Type B - French Door Kit - Sill Threshold (inward opening door)
- Fit Draught Dodgers to the OUTSIDE perimeter of the door
- Fit EMV to the astragal (center of the door)
- Fit compressive seal as per the video
- Fit RP5s on the bottom INSIDE of the doors.
Type C - French Door Kit - Butt Threshold (outward opening door)
- Fit Draught Dodgers to the INSIDE perimeter of the door
- Fit EMV to the astragal (center of the door)
- Fit sections of Draught Dodgers with brush to the INSIDE bottom of the doors
If you doors don't meet nicely at the top, this is how they can be treated.
Click here to see why you might want to cut the top Draught Dodger into two pieces, the importance of testing and cleaning before fitting components, how to fit the French door astragal seal and the French door bottom seal seals.
Delivery
Q: Can I collect my order?
A: Yes, you can. Once your order is ready, we will send you a Ready for Pickup email with full collection details. Please note: pickup is from Preston, Victoria — not Prestons, NSW.
Q: Why is courier delivery so expensive?
A: Because this is a long product, freight costs are higher than for standard parcel items. We know that is not the most exciting news of the day, and we are always working to keep delivery costs as fair and reasonable as possible.
Q: Why can’t I choose Australia Post?
A: This product is too long for Australia Post, so it needs to travel with a specialist courier that handles oversized items safely.
Q: When will my order be despatched?
A: Most orders are despatched within 2–3 business days.
Q: Will I get tracking?
A: Yes. Once your order has been booked with the courier, you will receive a tracking number so you can keep an eye on its journey. Please note: if your order includes multiple items, they may arrive in separate parcels at no extra shipping cost.
Q: When will my order arrive?
A: Your order will be delivered by a specialist courier for oversized goods. This is not an express service, so delivery times can vary depending on your location and the time of year. Delays are more likely during busy periods such as winter, Christmas and end of financial year.
Q: Will my order be left if no one is home?
A: Yes. Standard courier deliveries are sent as Authority to Leave. That means if no one is home when the courier arrives, your parcel may be left at your address. If that is not suitable, please contact us when placing your order so we can discuss other options.
Q: What if my order arrives damaged?
A: Please open and inspect your order as soon as it arrives. If anything has been damaged in transit, let ecoMaster know immediately. Damage claims must be lodged within 48 hours of delivery. After that window, we may not be able to submit a claim with the carrier.
Q: What if my order goes missing in transit?
A: If your order seems overdue, we will follow it up with the courier on your behalf. If it cannot be located, we will arrange a replacement.
Q: What if my order is stolen after delivery?
A: If your parcel is stolen after it has been delivered, please report the theft to the police.
Q: How can I reduce freight costs?
A: Oversized freight can be expensive, especially for items over 1.5 metres long. To help keep costs down, you may wish to:
- Combine all long items into one order
- Share freight costs with a neighbour
- Collect your order from Preston, Victoria
- Use a more central delivery address if you live in a regional or rural area
We know freight costs can be frustrating, especially outside metro areas, and we will always do our best to help you find the most practical option.
FAQ
Q: What is the difference between the Sill and Butt Kit?
A: The different kits are designed to cater for different door steps, see below.
Q: My doors don’t open and close properly. Can I still install the French Door Draught Proofing kit?
A: It is always best practice to ensure that your doors operate freely and that the latches and locks work correctly prior to installing draught proofing. Adding draught proofing components to doors that don’t work well will certainly not make them work better.
Q: The timber on my doors is badly weathered. Will this kit still work?
A: Generally yes, the draught proofing kit will still work, however there may be difficulty getting the adhesive to bond with weathered timber. In this case you may need to pin timber components on with brads and screw fix aluminium components.
Q: Is the sequence of installation important?
A: Yes. PLEASE WATCH ALL OF THE INSTALLATION VIDEOS so that you fully understand how to install.
- For BOTH sill and butt kits, fit the draught dodgers to the perimeter of the door, then the EMV to the centre.
- For sill kits where the door opens inward, fit a compressive seal to the edge of the sill threshold and fit RP5 to the bottom inside.
- For sill kits where the doors open outward, fit RP5 to the bottom outside of the door.
- For butt kits fit sections of draught dodgers with the brush to the inside bottom of the door.
Q: Do I have to use the fitting packer?
A: Yes! The fitting packers have been provided to ensure the draught dodgers are fitted at exactly the right distance from the face of the door. Not using the fitting packer also guarantees an inferior result.
Q: Once stuck in place, will I still be able to peel off the self adhesive components?
A: Unfortunately, no. Once they are on, they are on! So please do not rush - make sure you have plenty of time to WATCH THE INSTALLATION VIDEOS and prepare carefully.
Q: My doors are outward opening with a Sill Threshold (it looks like Type A in your diagram). Can I install the bottom treatment for the doors on the inside?
A: No. That will make them impossible (or at least very difficult) to open. The bottom treatment must go on the outside of the doors.
Q: The centre of my door is quite rough and the EMV doesn’t stick to it. What can I do?
A: The EMV will only stick to a smooth surface. If the centre of your door has a rough surface, then either sand it and paint it or get some “mirror mounting tape” and fit that first. The “mirror mounting tape” is slightly conformable around the bumps and the EMV will bond to the other side of the tape. Note that this will require a larger size gap to accommodate both the mirror mounting tape and the EMV.
Q: One of my doors is warped and no longer aligns with the other door. What can I do?
A: The main issue is usually at the head (top) of the jam where the door misalignment is typically the greatest. In this case, cut the draught dodger for the head of the jam at the centre join. Fit the draught dodger for the active door using the fitting packer in the usual way (refer to video instructions under the “How To” tab). When fitting the draught dodger for the inactive door, use the fitting packer at the hinge side and then gradually fit the draught dodger a little closer to the inactive door (it will be held firm by a bolt) to minimise the misalignment at the centre. Note that the seal on the inactive door will be more compressed than usual.
Q: What if I have extra tall french doors? Will this fit work for me?
A: The draught dodgers will fit regular tall doors which are normally 2350mm in height. If you have taller doors than this, you will need to join the side draught dodgers to make up the height. Usually off cuts from the head (top of the door) will be sufficient to do that.
Q: I'm wondering why the Draught Dodger component is not sticking to my joinery. It let go after a few days even though I cleaned the surface thoroughly.
A: The adhesive used in our Draught Dodgers range is potentially incompatible with some raw timber finishes that includes, but may not be limited to, Sikkens Cetol BLX-Pro. If the Draught Dodgers have come away from the surface, timber ones can be re-fixed with brads (small nails) and aluminum ones with screws to hold them in place. Please be sure to use the fitting packer to get the best performance out of your Draught Dodgers.
Q: Do you have a recommended installer for the French Door Draught Proofing Kit?
A: A recommended installer is highly location dependent. To find out if we have a recommended installer in your area please contact us here or call 1300 326 627.
Q: Can I get a sample?
A: Unfortunately, we do not have samples of the French Door Draught Proofing Kit.
Q: I did not watch the videos and have stuck the draught dodgers onto the door in the wrong place. Now I can’t put the seals in.
A: Unfortunately that is quite problematic. We do provide the videos to ensure you get a quality result. However, we can’t make you watch them. The Draught Dodgers can be removed from the door, but the self adhesive tape will not restick. You could nail or screw the Draught Dodgers on (in the correct place) using the fitting packer after you have watched the video.
Q: Are there any videos that will help me with installing?
A: All ecoMaster products have informative videos created by our Technical Director. These videos will provide you with easy step by step instructions to assist with your DIY Install. You can find this by clicking the tab “How To”.
At a glance
Suits up to 2.3m internal frame height
Australian Made
ecoMaster Design & Manufacture since 2003
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What You'll Love
Suits variable width gaps
Fits uneven gaps. Up to 10mm
Easy to install
Easy install, even for DIYs!
Sustainable materials
Designed and manufactured with sustainable materials
Long lasting
Draught dodgers won't wear or deform with time
Paintable
Can be stained or painted to best suit the colours of your home
Architectual design
Designed to seamlessly blend in
Blocks draughts
No more uncomfortable breezes, bugs
Smoke & dust? NO MORE
Reduces the amount of smoke or dust getting in your home
Pollen at bay
Reduces the amount of pollen and dust coming in
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Why is draught proofing my doors and windows so important?
Even small gaps around your doors and windows can let in cold draughts, hot air, noise, and dust—making your home less comfortable and more expensive to heat or cool. Sealing those gaps is one of the easiest ways to improve comfort and lower your energy bills.
Can’t I just go to a hardware store and buy a seal?
You can—but choosing from thousands of confusing options can be a frustrating guessing game. Get it wrong, and the door won’t close, or the seal won’t work. We’ve done the hard work for you with a curated range of high-quality, expert-tested products—so you get it right the first time.
Will sealing just a few doors or windows really make a difference?
Yes! Even fixing just one leaky door or window can noticeably improve the comfort of your home. You don’t have to do everything at once—just start with the worst offenders and build from there.
How do I know which product is right for my home?
That’s where we’ve made things simple. You can use our Find and Fix My Draughts tool to quickly identify the right products for your doors, windows, and gaps. Or explore our handy kits and guides tailored to different home types and draught problems—no guesswork needed!
Are these products DIY-friendly?
Absolutely. Most of our draught proofing solutions are designed for easy DIY installation, and we back them up with clear instructions and how-to videos. If you'd rather not DIY, contact us and we’re happy to refer you to a trusted draught proofing technician in your area.