Patio doors, if properly designed and installed, can transform a home’s exterior, adding beauty, value, and functionality. Choosing the right door for your home requires careful consideration of design, weather resistance, and cost.
Sliding glass doors, for example, brighten rooms with sunlight, free up space, and are easy to open. They are also safer than hinged doors because they have no latch for burglars to tamper with.
Sliding Doors
Sliding glass doors brighten a room with natural light, and open up the view to your outdoor space. These doors free up space in your kitchen, family room, or sunroom that is typically taken up by swinging doors. With standard sliding doors, you can also customize them with etched designs to fit your home style and personality.
Whether you choose a traditional wooden frame or an aluminum option, you can choose from numerous tints and finishes. For added security, most newer sliding patio doors come with a foot latch that slides down at night to prevent burglars from opening the door from the outside.
Visit our showroom in Sandy today or schedule an in-home consultation to experience the difference for yourself. We work with the finest products in the industry and offer a wide variety of colors, styles, and energy-efficient options. You can also get a clear idea of the materials and hardware used in your new doors, and see them in full scale before making a decision.
French Doors
If a glass sliding door doesn’t suit your taste, or you need to connect an interior room with a patio outside, a set of French doors may be the answer. These hinged on one side and swing open, allowing sunlight and breezes to flow through the room.
Another benefit of these doors is that they free up space in your kitchen, family room or sunroom. The lack of a solid swinging door means you can easily install shelving or bookcases along the walls.
French doors also come in a variety of sizes and configurations. A single, narrow French door can add a touch of charm to an older home; double French doors are great for unifying a larger space with the patio outside. You can also choose to have screen1 doors installed with your French doors to enjoy gentle breezes and fresh air without letting insects inside.
Transoms
Transom windows are stationary sections of glass installed above an entry door or patio door. They allow natural light to fill the entryway while adding design appeal. They are available in rectangular and elliptical styles to complement your entry door or patio door. Grille and art glass options may be available depending on product type and Series. Sidelights are also available and can be combined with a transom for an appealing entryway solution.
See your local Andersen retailer for details.
Etched Designs
A sliding glass door lets natural light flood a room, brightening the space and lowering energy bills. It also propels people to venture outside. For a statement, add etched designs to the glass that match your home décor or personality. Etched patterns range from simple modern design to amazingly detailed artwork.
Aluminum patio doors offer narrow frames that expand the amount of glass you can have and come in a variety of colors. They’re durable and low maintenance, plus they don’t corrode. They can be tinted for privacy and matched with a variety of window frames, including vinyl and fiberglass.
Fiberglass patio doors are an energy-efficient alternative to wood. They’re resistant to rot and won’t expand or contract as much as a wooden frame, helping to prevent drafts. They’re available in a wide array of colors and styles, but if you choose a color other than white, make sure it comes with a white interior handle to match the window frame.