Digital Privacy, Designed In: The New Era of SWITCH® Smart Entry Doors
A glass front door brings in light and gives the entry a more open feel. It can also create a familiar problem. Once the sun goes down and the lights come on inside, that same glass can leave the foyer exposed. Feather River’s SWITCH® Smart Glass doors solve that tradeoff with glass that changes from private to clear on demand. Now, with new sidelite options, the concept extends to a complete entry system.
For many
homeowners, the appeal is simple. This is the kind of upgrade you notice every
day. It looks sharp in daylight, feels private at night, and adds a modern
detail that guests remember.
At the center
is PDLC smart glass, or Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal. With power on, the
glass is clear. With power off, it turns opaque. That gives homeowners control
over when the entry feels open and when it feels private, without the need for
blinds or curtains. Control can stay simple with the on-door button, or it can
extend to app and voice options that let users set a routine, such as privacy
at dusk and clear glass again in the morning.
SWITCH®
works best when viewed as a complete door system. The fiberglass slab is built
for daily use, and the direct-glazed lite frame keeps the look clean and
current. It pairs with a PVC jamb system, which helps in the areas that see the
most weather. The slab comes smooth and unfinished, ready for paint, so it is
easy to match to the style and color of the home.
SWITCH® Craftsman with Full Lite Sidelites: Traditional proportions, broader light
For homes with Craftsman character, this layout keeps the entry warm and
familiar while opening it up on both sides. The main door holds the grounded
proportions that make the style so lasting, and the Full Lite sidelites widen
the entry with more daylight and a more finished, custom look. It works well
for homeowners who want smart glass to feel natural in the architecture rather
than stand apart from it. The result is a classic front elevation that feels
larger, brighter, and quietly updated.
SWITCH® 4-Lite Colonial with One Full Lite Sidelite: Traditional detail with a lighter footprint
The 4-Lite Colonial brings in the detail of a divided-lite door, while the
single Full Lite sidelite adds light without making the entry feel too formal
or too wide. That balance makes it a strong choice for narrower openings,
asymmetrical porches, and homes that want more glass on one side only.
Visually, it has more character than a plain glass door, but it still feels
clean and easy to live with. For homeowners who want a traditional look that
feels bright, practical, and tailored to the entry, this is an easy fit.
SWITCH®
4-Lite Horizontal with Matching 4-Lite Sidelites: Modern lines across the full
entry
This design carries the 4-Lite Horizontal pattern across the entire opening, so
the door and sidelites read as one clean composition. The repeated lines give
the entry a stronger architectural presence, which makes it a natural choice
for contemporary homes, updated exteriors, and entries that need a sharper
focal point. Because the glass extends across so much of the opening, the
privacy feature becomes even more useful. Homeowners get a bright, open look
when they want it and privacy when the setting changes. The result feels crisp,
intentional, and fully integrated.
A simple way to
choose is to match the layout to the entry and the overall style of the home.
The Craftsman with Full Lite sidelites suits homes that want a familiar look
with a broader, more custom feel. The 4-Lite Colonial with one Full Lite
sidelite works well when the goal is traditional detail and extra daylight
without widening the entry too much. The 4-Lite Horizontal with matching
sidelites is the clearest fit for homeowners who want a more modern statement
at the front of the house.
Performance
adds to the appeal. Many Feather River doors are available with impact options,
including HVHZ and WBDR configurations, and SWITCH® Smart
Glass is offered with impact options on select setups. That gives homeowners in
storm-sensitive regions a way to combine privacy control, daylight, and
stronger performance within the same product family.
About Feather River Doors
At Feather River Doors we are a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and exceptional service. Our mission is simple; to create beautiful, functional doors that enhance the look and feel of any home or business. Since 2003, Feather River has offered fiberglass doors and sold almost ten million doors to satisfied customers throughout the U.S. and are sold through TheHome Depot®.
Our decorative glass door collections are available with the choice of several sizes and designs. Additionally, we offer hand-stained or pre-painted finishes for our doors. For ideas and inspiration, view our latest FeatherRiver Doors catalog.