The patio door protects against miscreants and prying eyes

The patio door protects against miscreants and prying eyes

Patio doors are an indispensable part of outdoor equipment both in urban environments and in the countryside. While in more densely populated areas they protect the home and its surroundings from miscreants and prying eyes, in the countryside they are also indispensable because they prevent game and other wild animals from entering the property and causing damage and attacking domestic animals or pets.

Winged or glided, that is now the question

The answer to the question of which patio door to choose depends mainly on the configuration of the terrain, the available space, the required functionality and the wishes of the users . In the case of listed buildings and old town or village centers, also from the requirements of the competent authority.

Swing patio door

Swing patio doors are usually chosen where there is no possibility of installing a sliding door or where they are chosen for aesthetic reasons. Although they can be a little less practical to use than sliding doors, swing patio doors are certainly the ones that make the biggest impression - especially if they are wrought iron.

We must pay attention to two things in particular:

• There must be enough space in the direction of their opening without any obstacles. In the case of a small yard, it can be a challenge to park and move vehicles.

• When snow falls , the area in the direction of opening the swing patio door must be cleared, otherwise we will not be able to open it.

Sliding patio doors

Due to their practicality, they are the predominant choice for new buildings and renovations, if only the configuration of the terrain and the shape of the plot allow their installation.

The key condition is the following: to install sliding patio doors, we need a flat space to the left or right of them , the length of which is at least the same as the width of the door opening. On level lots this is usually not a problem, while on sloping lots installation may require additional earthworks, and in some cases their installation may not be feasible at all.

Material selection

For durability and durability, at least the patio door frame is almost always made of hot-dip galvanized steel or stainless steel. Meanwhile, the door filler can also be made of other materials - in addition to steel, it can also be made of sheet metal, wood, plastic or aluminum. Different combinations are also possible, for example, steel profiles and wooden slats, forged elements and sheet metal, synthetic materials and aluminum, and the like.

Although the aesthetic function is undoubtedly important, when choosing the design and material, it is wise to define the main goal that we want to achieve with the patio door. The choice of material and the design of the door filler depend on this.

Consult an expert

In order for the patio door to meet your expectations and needs, we recommend that you consult with our experts, who have many years of experience in planning, manufacturing and installation, before making the final choice.

Even if the architect has already foreseen a certain solution, the view and opinion of an expert who in practice meets various functional and technical challenges of users on a daily basis can help to find an optimal solution for the protection of your home and yard.

For information about patio doors, advice on selection and implementation, prices and an informative offer, call the toll-free number +386 2 788 01 70 or write to us at info@meltal.si.