Custom Wood Pivot Doors for Modern Entries
Make a statement with our custom pivot doors. These doors do more than open a house; they set the tone before anyone steps inside.
Pivot doors allow for much larger, wider openings than a standard entry door. Often used as oversized entry doors, they give a home a bold first impression and real curb appeal.
Available in Stile & Rail construction (French door style) or LVL core with either horizontal or vertical planks.
Standard Features on Custom Pivot Entry Doors
Hardware
- Dorma® CP440 pivot hardware standard
- Door weight limit of 440 lbs
- 4 ft. maximum overhang from pivot point
- Single or double action
- Dorma® CP1000
- Door weight limit of 1000 lbs
- 6 ft. maximum overhang from pivot point
- Single or double action
- See Hardware page for more detailed info, specs and images of above pivot hardware systems.
Frame
- 6” (standard default) built up frame – 1-1/2″ thick
- 5-1/2″ minimum jamb available without screen rabbet
- additional larger jamb sizes available
- Solid oak sill standard
- Other species available
- ADA aluminum sills available
- Exterior moulding available by request
Door Panel
- Stile & Rail Pivot Doors come standard in LVL Fir Veneer
- additional veneer species available
- Pre-priming available
- Wire brushing available
- Standard minimum layout: 5” stiles and top rail on face (5-½” overall), 8-7/8” bottom rail on face (9-3/8” overall)
- wider custom layouts available
- LVL Core “Plank” style Pivot Doors
- available with horizontal or vertical planks
- Pre-priming available
- Custom made to your design specifications
- 2-1/4” thick door
Glass
- 3/4″ insulated Solarban® 70 with Argon gas standard – other glass options available
Weatherstripping
- Fully weather-stripped jamb with Q-Lon
- Double weather-stripped on top and bottom of door with Pemko bristle brush
- Available in black, white or brown
Additional Info/Options
- Units shipped with frames assembled; pre-fit doors with pivots applied are shipped loose
- Handing specified from the outside looking in
- Pivot Door CAD Drawings:
Entrance Pivot Door (open) with Direct Set Sidelites
Rift Cut White Oak, LVL Core, Horizontal Plank with 1/4″ Square Grooves
Interior Pivot Door
Exterior Pivot Doors
Exterior pivot doors typically replace a standard front entry when a homeowner wants a wider, more dramatic opening than a hinged door allows.
Because the door swings on a center pivot rather than side hinges, it can be built taller and wider without adding weight to a single edge.
Cobb Custom offers two pivot hardware systems sized to the door:
- The Dorma CP440 handles doors up to 440 lbs with up to 4 feet of overhang from the pivot point.
- The Dorma CP1000 steps up to doors as heavy as 1,000 lbs with up to 6 feet of overhang, for larger custom sizes.
At the threshold, a solid oak sill comes standard, with other wood species and ADA-compliant aluminum sills available for accessible entries.
Exterior moulding can be added by request to match existing trim.
Many exterior pivot doors are paired with direct-set sidelites, which add even more presence without changing how the door itself operates.
Interior Pivot Doors
Interior pivot doors are often used as a design statement inside a home, for a primary suite entry, home office, or a striking divider between two living spaces.
The wide, center-hung swing gives a room presence that a standard hinged door doesn’t.
Cobb Custom builds interior pivot doors in two construction options:
- LVL Core “Plank” style, with horizontal or vertical plank layouts and pre-priming available
- Stile & Rail construction, for a more traditional look
Because interior and exterior pivot doors share the same construction options, a home can carry one consistent pivot door style from the front entry all the way through the interior.
All pivot doors are built to a standard 2-1/4 inch thickness, with custom sizing made to your design specifications.
Choosing a Pivot Front Door for a Custom Home
Choosing a pivot front door starts with the opening.
A wider entry, or one with more overhang from the pivot point, may call for the heavier-duty Dorma CP1000 hardware rather than the standard CP440.
From there, it’s a construction choice:
- Stile & Rail doors give a French door look with veneer options
- LVL Core “plank” doors offer a more modern, linear look with horizontal or vertical planks
Both are custom made to your design.
Finish options include pre-priming and paint, wire brushing for texture, or a range of wood veneer species to match existing trim.
For accessible entries, ADA aluminum sills are available alongside the standard solid oak sill.
A dealer can help match hardware, construction, and sill options to your opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What construction is available on a Cobb Custom pivot door?
Pivot doors are available in stile and rail construction, which is the French door style, or with an LVL core.
What hardware is used on a pivot door?
Cobb Custom pivot doors use Dorma pivot hardware, rated for door weights up to 1,000 lbs and overhangs up to 6 ft from the pivot point, the load capacity that makes the format’s wider openings possible.
Can a pivot door be used indoors?
Yes. Cobb Custom shows both pivot entry doors with sidelites and interior pivot door applications.
Ready to Make an Entrance?
A pivot door is often the first thing people see at your home. Cobb Custom builds every pivot door custom, matched to the right hardware for its size and weight.
Tell us about your project, and we’ll help you find the right fit. Request a quote or find a dealer near you.