Sliding glass doors offer a variety of benefits. They are energy-efficient, secure, and provide easy access to outdoor areas. They also improve natural lighting and create a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Homeowners can increase the energy efficiency of their sliding glass doors by choosing a product that carries an ENERGY STAR label. They can also look for a door with a hollow build and insulated insulation.
Durability
Sliding glass doors are a popular choice for homeowners who want to add natural light and a view of their outdoor space. They provide a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living spaces and are easy to open for ventilation. They also help reduce energy costs and act as an effective insulator to keep homes warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
Standard features in LAS sliding glass doors promote energy efficiency, including Low E glass and a frame designed to prevent heat loss and gain. Double continuous weatherstripping further seals the frame and helps prevent leakage that leads to high energy bills.
Sliding glass doors are easy to use and come with tandem ball-bearing rollers that make them easy to operate. They can be easily cleaned and maintained, allowing them to stay looking good for a long time. They can be repaired if they get damaged, but it is better to hire professional handymen who are skilled in repair work.
Energy efficiency
A sliding glass door opens your home to the outside for a beautiful view and allows natural light in. It can also enhance your curb appeal, increase the value of your property, and reduce energy costs. But these doors are also vulnerable to break-ins. Burglars often gain entry by jiggling or breaking the glass. Luckily, you can secure your patio door with an aftermarket lock that prevents this.
Choose a sliding glass door with a double or triple pane. Multiple panes create insulating layers of air or gas between the glass that can significantly boost your energy efficiency. You can also get your sliding doors with low emissivity (low-e) glass coatings, which reflect infrared energy to keep warm air inside during winter and cool air outside during summer.
The frame material is also important for energy efficiency. A fiberglass or steel frame with polyurethane foam insulation has great insulating properties. A vinyl-clad fiberglass frame is another option.
Security
Sliding doors are a popular way to open up your home and enjoy the outdoors, but they can be vulnerable to intruders. The flimsy flip locks can be easily broken, making your home an easy target for burglars. To prevent this, homeowners can install an aftermarket lock that withstands more force. There are also locking mechanisms that use foot bolts to block the track, making it more difficult for burglars to enter the home.
LAS sliding glass doors feature a multi-point locking mechanism that secures the door at multiple points along the frame, significantly reducing the potential for forced entry. Additionally, they are built with tempered glass, which is known for its superior strength and resilience. In the unlikely event of breakage, tempered glass shatters into small, blunt pieces instead of sharp shards, which can minimize injuries.
Patio doors with a double continuous weatherstripping create a tight seal around the door, preventing air leakage and keeping outdoor elements out. This helps you save energy costs and keeps your indoor comfort consistent throughout the year.
Maintenance
Keeping your sliding doors looking great requires more than just cleaning the glass. The tracks and rollers can collect dust, dirt, and pet hair over time, and that friction slows down their functioning. Clean them every two months to get rid of this debris and keep the door sliding smoothly.
Clear glass allows maximum natural light into your Carencro home and makes rooms feel spacious. Tinted glass reduces glare and heat while still letting in sunlight. It’s a good choice for living areas and bedrooms, especially when energy efficiency is a priority.
Frosted windows allow some light through, but they blur images and make a room more private. They’re a good choice for bathrooms and bedrooms in Carencro homes that prioritize privacy. Regular maintenance and cleaning can extend the lifespan of your 3 panel sliding glass doors and make them more effective. Structured maintenance schedules help homeowners avoid surprises and unnecessary 3 panel sliding glass door replacement.