Magnetic Screen Door for French Doors: Top Picks & Tips

French doors create a wide, elegant opening — but that same width makes finding a magnetic screen door significantly harder. Standard screens are designed for single doors up to 36–38 inches wide. A typical French door opening runs 60–72 inches or more. Here's what works.

The French Door Screen Challenge

The problem isn't that magnetic screens don't exist for French doors — it's that most standard options don't handle the width properly. Common approaches include:

Two separate screens side by side. Each screen covers one door panel. The issue: the two center seams don't align cleanly, creating a gap where they meet. Insects find this gap.

One extra-wide screen. Some manufacturers make double-door screens in wider formats. These work better than two separate screens, but standard "double door" sizes (typically 72" × 80") still won't fit non-standard French door openings.

Custom-fit screens. Made to your exact opening width and height — the clean solution for French doors.

Measuring French Doors Correctly

Before ordering anything, measure the opening accurately.

Width: Measure between the inner faces of the left and right door frame at the top, middle, and bottom. Use the smallest measurement. French door openings typically run 60"–72" but vary significantly in older homes and custom builds.

Height: Measure from the top of the opening to the floor at three points across the width. Use the smallest.

Note the center post. Some French door frames have a fixed center post (astragal). If yours does, you may need two separate screens — one per panel — rather than one spanning the full opening.

Best Magnetic Screen Doors for French Doors

CoverWith Custom — Best Overall for French Doors

CoverWith is the standout option for French door openings. You submit your exact width and height, and the screen is made to fit that specific opening. For a 68" × 84" French door that no standard screen covers, this is the practical answer.

The fiberglass mesh and industrial hook-and-loop attachment handle wider spans well. The center seam runs with close-spaced magnets for reliable closure across the larger opening.

For RV owners with non-standard door openings, CoverWith works on the same principle — measure accurately, submit dimensions, receive a screen that fits without modification.

Best for: Non-standard French door sizes, RV doors, anyone who has had standard screens fail to cover the full opening.

Magzo Double Door Screen — Best Standard Option

Magzo's double-door screen is designed specifically for wider openings, with fiberglass mesh, 26 magnets per panel, and a hasp latch closure for wind resistance. Available in formats up to approximately 72" wide.

If your French door opening is exactly 72" wide (a common standard size), the Magzo double-door screen is a solid and affordable option at $25–35.

Best for: Standard 72" French door openings.

Flux Phenom Double Door — Best Budget Option

Flux Phenom's double-door screen uses polyester mesh and covers openings up to about 72" wide. At $25–30, it's an affordable option for standard sizes. The polyester mesh is less durable than fiberglass, so expect to replace it every 1–2 seasons with regular use.

Best for: Budget-conscious buyers with standard-size French door openings.

RV Door Screens: Same Principles, Smaller Scale

RV door openings present the same fundamental challenge as French doors: non-standard dimensions that no off-the-shelf screen fits cleanly. RV doors vary considerably between manufacturers and models, and most standard magnetic screens are either too wide, too narrow, or the wrong height.

A custom-fit screen from CoverWith works exactly the same way for RV doors as for home French doors — measure the opening, submit dimensions, receive a screen made to fit. For RV owners who spend significant time at camp with doors open, this is a significant quality-of-life upgrade over repeatedly using screens that almost fit.

Installation Tips for French Doors

Prep both door frames separately. If you're mounting one wide screen across both panels, the hook-and-loop tape needs to span the full width of the top frame. Clean the entire top surface thoroughly.

Check the center post situation. If there's a fixed post between the two door panels, you'll attach the screen's center seam area there rather than letting it hang free. This actually improves stability.

Weight the bottom. A wide screen is more susceptible to wind catching it. Make sure the bottom hem is weighted or attach a ground strip across the threshold.

Test the seam. Walk through the center several times and confirm the full-width seam closes reliably. Wider screens need more magnet force to close fully — this is where custom screens with close-spaced magnets outperform generic double-door options.

FAQ

Can you put a magnetic screen on French doors? Yes. You need either a double-door screen sized to your full opening width, or a custom-fit screen made to your exact dimensions. Single standard-width screens won't cover a French door opening.

What size magnetic screen do I need for French doors? Measure the full width of the opening between the inner faces of the frame. Most French door openings are 60"–72" wide. Order a screen that matches this measurement, not the width of a single door panel.

Do two magnetic screens work on French doors? Using two separate screens side by side works functionally but leaves a gap where the two screens meet at the center. A single screen spanning the full opening provides a better seal.

What is the best magnetic screen for an RV door? Custom-fit screens work best for RV doors because RV door dimensions vary significantly between manufacturers. CoverWith's custom option handles non-standard dimensions that off-the-shelf screens don't cover.

How do I keep a magnetic screen from blowing open on French doors? Use a screen with a hasp latch or close-spaced magnets (at least every 4–5 inches). A weighted bottom hem reduces billowing in light wind. For windy locations, a custom screen with a precise edge fit significantly reduces wind catch.

Final Verdict

French doors need a screen that actually covers the full opening — and most standard magnetic screens don't. For the common 72" standard size, Magzo's double-door option is a solid, affordable choice. For any opening outside standard dimensions, or for RV doors with unusual sizing, CoverWith's custom-made screens are the reliable answer. Measure accurately, confirm there's no center post complication, and you'll have a screen that fits and closes properly.