Doors
Patio Doors
Traditional two-panel sliding patio doors. Straightforward, space-efficient and gentle on the budget.
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What it is, in plain English
The classic PVC-U patio door remains one of the most practical ways to reach the garden, particularly where swing space is tight.
It does the job for a fraction of the cost of an architectural slider, and modern versions seal and lock far better than the ones they replace.
Best for
- Best value
- Bungalows
- Tight spaces
Specification
The detail that changes the price
- Materials
- Reinforced PVC-U or aluminium in two, three or four panel configurations.
- Energy efficiency
- Meets Building Regulations comfortably when specified with a good sealed unit.
- Security
- Anti-lift devices and multi-point locking; laminated glass is worth the small extra cost.
- Colours & finishes
- Matches the window range, including woodgrain foils.
- Hardware
- Recessed or hook handles, and adjustable rollers.
- Glass
- Toughened safety glass as standard; obscure and solar control available.
- Maintenance
- Clean the track and check the rollers annually.
- Typical applications
- Bungalows, dining rooms, conservatories and rear elevations of all kinds.
Honest assessment
Strengths and compromises
What it does well
- Very good value
- No swing space required
- Simple and dependable
Where it compromises
- Thicker frames than an architectural slider
- Only half the aperture opens
Next step
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