What to Know About Sliding Glass Patio Doors
High-quality doors consist of two layers of tempered or laminated glass separated by argon gas.
Homeowners who love bright and airy spaces may prefer to install sliding glass patio doors in their homes. These doors are versatile and, unlike hinged doors, help save on space. For homeowners with toddlers, they are a safer option as they can be neatly tucked away. Yet, even with all these amazing benefits, some homeowners aren't sure about installing these doors.
Here's what homeowners need to know before buying sliding glass patio doors.
Cost of sliding patio doors
The size and configuration will determine the cost of the sliding doors. Homeowners must ensure that a professional contractor measures the area where the door must be installed. Apart from the door costs, it's also essential to consider the installation costs. This pricey investment costs between $400 to $2500 to install.
Explore glass options
Glass forms the bulk of the design for these types of doors. As such, it must be of superior quality and have high-energy performance. Sliding glass doors tend to lose more energy than most surfaces in a home. As a result, homeowners should prioritize selecting a door that is energy efficient.
High-quality doors consist of two layers of tempered or laminated glass separated by argon gas. This type of glass is durable and less likely to injure someone if they break. Homeowners should also check the U-factor, solar heat gain coefficient, air leakage, and visible transmittance values of a door to determine which glass is best for their sliding doors.
Door frame material
Homeowners have various choices when selecting a frame for their sliding patio doors. Some of the top materials are vinyl, fiberglass, and aluminum. It's best to pick a durable door frame material to support the glass's high energy efficiency. It's also important to check whether the material suits the home's aesthetics and is easy to maintain.
Type of sliding door
Once homeowners have decided on the material, they'll have to choose what type of sliding door they need installed. The right choice depends on the design, the style of the home, and personal taste.
Door location and maintenance
The area where the door is to be installed can also affect the type of sliding door you select. If the property isn't too spacious, homeowners won't be able to install a large-sized door such as the 4-panel sliding patio door. One should also account for the required maintenance.
Choose the best doors
Homeowners should select sliding glass patio doors that they can maintain without hassle. A licensed contractor can advise appropriately on these issues.
Luxe Residential and Commercial Glass of Las Vegas provides premier glass installation, repair, and replacement in Las Vegas and surrounding communities. Call Luxe Glass at (702) 302-1222.
