A patio door is a perfect way to jump on the indoor-outdoor living trend without overextending your home’s square footage. It also lets more natural sunlight in, making your home feel cozy and welcoming.
US Window & Door offers patio doors that are energy efficient and durable. They help you save on utility bills while protecting your home from harsh weather conditions and reducing wear-and-tear.
Indoor-Outdoor Living
Homeowners are increasingly embracing indoor-outdoor living. This popular design trend allows them to entertain, relax and bond with family members while maximizing their available space. It’s ideal for homeowners who live in warm climates and can benefit from having year-round access to outdoor spaces.
This style can be as simple as adding a patio table, grill and chairs to a backyard or as complex as creating a fully-equipped outdoor kitchen and lounge area. The key to successful indoor-outdoor living is maintaining a consistent theme and ensuring that the two areas feel connected.
This can be accomplished by incorporating the same flooring and furniture throughout. Using large sliding doors like these bifold doors is also a great way to ensure the transition between interior and exterior spaces doesn’t feel obstructed. You can even add a fireplace or fire pit to help keep guests cozy on cool evenings. Installing a TV is another great option for those who want to watch the game or a televised event with friends.
Energy Efficiency
The energy efficiency of patio doors is determined by factors such as multiple panes, low-e coatings, and thermal breaks. Sliding glass patio doors from JELD-WEN are engineered to meet high performance standards and have earned the ENERGY STAR Most Efficient 2023 designation. Compared to standard patio doors, this means they reduce the amount of energy needed to heat and cool homes, saving you money on your utility bills year-round. Holt’s Siding & Replacement Windows also offers ENERGY STAR certified Inovo patio doors from Simonton, which combine the best features of classic-style sliding and swinging French patio doors to give homeowners a boost in insulation.
Low Maintenance
With an array of design and styling options, new patio doors will allow you to create a look that perfectly complements your home’s architecture. Choose frame color, glass options and hardware finishes to personalize your aesthetic. And, many door materials require minimal maintenance to retain their like-new appearance and optimal performance. Durable fiberglass and steel doors resist cracking, fading and warping and are less susceptible to damage from moisture than traditional wood patio doors. Fiberglass and wood-clad doors also offer natural looks and textures, paint and stain options and are engineered for high performance in challenging climates. And, for homeowners wanting the benefits of wood without the associated maintenance, consider LaCantina’s innovative EverWood technology. This breakthrough engineered wood grain interior finish looks, feels and paints just like wood but requires no regular painting or staining.