It might not always seem like the most exciting topic, but your home’s glazing can have a huge impact on the overall aesthetic and feel of your property. With clever glazing choices, you can really open up your home and allow the light to flood through, after all, a bright and airy home is much more appealing than a dark living space.
Whether you’re a renovator or just making a few home improvements (we’ve definitely had a LOT of time to think about our home’s lately!) one choice you might be facing is – which glass patio doors are the best option? That question really comes down to what it is you want to achieve – do you want a minimal frame? The opportunity to open up a wall of your home? Or perhaps you want to enjoy extra light but retain your privacy at the same time. On top of this, there’s also the decision of material to think about – will it be timber or aluminium? Or in some cases, you might be presented with the option of a composite material. Decisions, decisions.
To help you along the way, I’m rounding up three of the most popular options – sliding, bifold and French doors, with the help of bespoke glazing experts Kloeber…
Let’s start with Sliding Doors….
Are sliding doors right for me?
Sliding doors are a versatile style of patio door, complimenting both traditional and modern properties. The great thing about sliding doors is the high glass ratio, which means you can really enjoy that morning sunshine flooding into your home. For modern minimalists, Kloeber’s bespoke slimline sliding door is a fantastic option! This sliding door benefits from a super slim ‘barely-there’ style of frame which looks great on contemporary properties and, of course, allows for plenty of natural light. It still offers the same high-security and excellent U-values of Kloeber’s other sliding doors too!
Are there any downsides to sliding doors?
Unlike bifold doors, sliding doors don’t have the ability to fully open-up, but they do benefit from the higher glass to frame ratio so you can enjoy an uninterrupted view of your outdoor space. They’re also only suitable for aluminium and alu-clad, so if timber is your material of choice then keeping reading…
Let’s talk about bifold doors
Bifold doors are an incredibly popular option with homeowners, and it’s not hard to see why! This style of door allows for an almost complete opening of one of your walls creating a seamless flow from your inside to outside space. Perfect for those who love to spend time on the patio and in the garden. This style of patio door really allows you to integrate your outdoors with your indoors, whilst also allowing for natural light to flow into the home. You can also opt for timber or aluminium with Kloeber’s bespoke bifold doors.
Any negatives with bifold doors?
There aren’t many negatives when it comes to this design of patio door, which is probably why they’re just so popular! One thing to bear in mind is that there is more frame than a sliding door, so if you want more of a minimal ‘barely-there’ look you might be best with a slimline sliding door. Another thing to consider is whether you have the space for bifolds, their accordion folding requires more space than a sliding door.
Or perhaps you prefer French doors?
Another popular patio door design is French doors, a true classic that will add a chic touch to your property. This style of door is ideal for those who may still want to retain a little privacy whilst enjoying the ability to open up their space and light up their kitchen or living room. French doors look stunning in all styles of properties, whether you have a modern new-build or traditional cottage, and with Kloeber, there’s also the opportunity to add Georgian bars which look really fabulous!
Are French doors for me?
If you want to open up your space and blur the lines between inside and out, then you might be best looking at bifold doors for a wider opening.
Ready to begin your journey to beautiful patio doors and an improved living space? Discover bespoke glazing solutions from Kloeber!
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