To open your patio door, turn the handle a few degrees to release the mechanism and slide the door back as far as desired. The system moves on rollers, making it easier to move back and forth, regardless of how big the installation is.

Despite being mostly glass, our patio doors are very secure. Double and triple glazing is hard to damage and we always fit thermally-toughened glazing for doors and windows shorter than 800mm for peace of mind.

Our patio doors also meet the precise criteria of the UK police-led initiative, which was created to reduce national burglary levels.

The energy efficiency of a patio door depends on the quality of the materials, the installer, and other factors. uPVC, aluminium, and timber can all be thermally efficient if you choose a high-quality product.

Look for A-rated glass and check the U-value of your prospective patio door first. The lower the score, the warmer your home will be.

Lift and slide patio doors are mechanically different to standard patio doors. A standard version moves vertically along a track. In contrast, a lift and slide model deviates from the track when closed, securing it into position. To open the door again, turn the handle and lift the door slightly to align it with the track. The door can also be lowered off the track to secure it at a certain point.

Sliding doors can be fitted in larger and smaller properties as they don’t swing out like bi fold doors. However, it is important to keep in mind that only half the patio door can be opened.

The normal size of a sliding door is approximately 1.8m (6ft). This equates to an opening of exactly 90cm (3ft) out into your garden. Our doors can be made to order, so you can choose whatever dimensions you need.