Patio doors brighten a home with natural light and are an excellent choice for unifying a home interior with its exterior. They come in a variety of styles. Hinged and sliding patio doors offer different options for ventilation and viewing.
The materials of your door frame and how tightly it fits can affect energy efficiency. AMSCO offers a number of high-performance glass options that reduce heat gain and loss.
Sliding Doors
One of the most popular types of patio doors is a sliding door. These doors allow sunlight to fill the room and provide a connection to the outdoors. With less framework and more glass, they fit into tighter spaces compared to hinged doors. They are also easy to open and shut.
Sliding patio doors can help brighten a room without the need for large windows and create an ideal layout for sunrooms. You can choose from several colors of exterior frames and tinted glass to match the style and design of your home.
For an added touch of elegance, opt for etched designs on your glass patio doors. These can range from a floral pattern to the family crest. They can help enhance the aesthetic of your home and make it more inviting for guests. They are a great choice for homes with traditional and farmhouse styles. They are also easy to install and come with a security foot latch that can prevent burglars from opening the door from the outside.
Hinged Doors
Hinged doors open on hinges and offer a classic look that works well with farmhouse-style homes or traditional styles. They also tend to be easier to clean than sliding doors, since they don’t have a track that debris can get stuck in. They do require ample room to swing open, though, so they aren’t the best choice for tight-fitting spaces.
Stacker doors, which have multiple panels that fold up against each other like accordions when opened, are another great option for opening up larger doorways. These can be a bit more difficult to maneuver, but they make it easy to let in lots of light and give you full access to your patio or deck. Additionally, they’re typically considered to be more secure than sliding doors, as they are harder to force open from the outside and can be locked in place with strong hardware. This makes them a great choice for families with children or elderly family members who may have trouble operating sliding doors.
Bifold Doors
For a seamless transition that enhances indoor-outdoor living, consider patio doors that can be completely opened. Also known as folding glass walls, these patio doors let you expand your home to the outdoors. Unlike sliding doors that can only be partially opened, you can open them as much or as little as you wish to enjoy natural light and views. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbeque or want to provide your guests with a comfortable environment during the summer, these glass patio doors will help you create the perfect space.
The beauty of these doors is in their design. They come with multiple panes of glass for a contemporary aesthetic that complements modern homes. The glazed panels allow more natural light to flow into the room and reduce outside noise. You can select from various colors for the exterior frame and interior handles to match your home’s design. These doors are an excellent option for a family that wants to take full advantage of Utah’s scenic landscape.