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Choosing the Right Patio Door for Summer

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Summer season is here! Is your home equipped to make the most of it? When it comes to enjoying your time over the warmer months, there’s nothing like a good patio door to connect your indoor and outdoor living spaces. The Window Geeks have put together this handy guide to the benefits of patio doors, as well as a run-down of some of the best options available to anyone looking to upgrade. Let’s start with why these doors are a homeowner’s best friend during summer…

Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Flow

We tend to split our time between the inside and outside of our homes during summer. If you’re the kind of person who enjoys eating al fresco or entertaining guests, having a patio door that opens nice and wide avoids hindering this increased back and forth – as well as improving ventilation and air circulation for the interior. Many patio doors also come with bug screens, ensuring the creepy crawlies stay outside while you savour the summer breeze.

Natural Light and Views

One of the most impactful ways of improving your home is to bring in more light and properly frame a view, and this has benefits that go far beyond aesthetics. Many of us notice just how easy it is to get down in the dumps over the winter months. Making the most of the light and outdoor views can be great for our wellbeing – no matter what time of year it is. Depending on the material of your home and its structure, installers may be able to cut into the wall to add something considerably larger, providing even better views!

Energy Efficiency

At times, the summer heat becomes a little too much – something that’s become more of an issue over the past few years. In these cases, it’s not necessarily the best idea to have the door open. Modern patio doors are far more efficient than their predecessors, with LoE coatings, extra panes, and thermally efficient frames keeping you cooler in summer as well as warmer in winter and cutting down those energy bills all year round. When the evening comes and the air cools, open the door up again to get that airflow going!

Top Tip: If energy efficiency is top of mind, be sure to ask Centra’s Experts about our new triple pane patio slider!

Increased Home Value

Much like windows, patio doors are a smart investment that can actually add value to your home. Thanks to the increased energy efficiency and associated lower energy bills, as well as the great boost to curb appeal that these upgrades offer, your home will look considerably more attractive on the real estate market if you decide to sell. It’s harder to find a buyer who’s willing to undertake major renovations off their own back, and they’re bound to try to knock the price down if they know door and window upgrades are needed.

Added Security

Home security has significantly advanced over time, and this is especially true with patio doors. Older models had single-point locks and weren’t too difficult to lift out of their tracks by potential intruders. Modern designs tend to be equipped with double rhino hooks and lock at multiple points to help keep your home safe, and foot locks are available to add an extra layer of security. They’re also more likely to slide on the inside as opposed to the outside, preventing intruders from lifting the door out of its track.

Versatile Design Options

There are various patio door styles, providing you with plenty of options to suit both your own tastes and the look of your home. From the modern to the traditional, there’ll be a perfect option for you when it comes to your renovations. Patio doors can also be customized with everything from different frame colours to grids, giving you extra control over the final look and helping you achieve your dream home.

So what style is right for you? Let’s take a look at Centra’s range of high-performance doors…

Classic Patio Slider

We’ve taken decades of experience crafting energy-efficient products and made a classic-style patio door that’s suitable for all homes! Available in many sizes, these large-panelled glass doors will flood a room with natural light. They make your space feel larger, and what’s more, they’re designed with tremendous performance in mind. We’ve also recently added a triple-pane glass option to this collection!

West Coast Slider

Take your Classic Patio Slider to the next level by upgrading to our West Coast Slider! This style combines our classic slider with two large fixed windows, offering a grand design that will elevate your home. These doors let in more light and create a truly impressive connection with the outdoors, with the added benefit of Centra’s high-performance glass coatings and thermally efficient frames allowing you to maintain home comfort inside.

Top Tip: Be sure to find a company with a great warranty (like Centra’s) to ensure your investment in your home is protected.

Lift & Slide Patio Door

Lift & Slide patio doors are a very popular choice due to their ease of use, modern design, and energy efficiency. They come in a number of sizes, meaning you can have a single, especially large pane of glass which opens wide and blends your outdoor and indoor spaces while requiring very little effort as it glides along its track. If you’re seeking a patio door that balances functionality and style, Lift & Slide is a great way to go!

Traditional French/Garden Doors

French doors, often referred to as garden doors, have been a top choice for connecting indoors and outdoors for centuries – and there are plenty of reasons why. These beautiful doors offer a timeless elegance, and thanks to modern advancements, they’re more durable and energy-efficient than ever before. Unlike older designs it’s also possible to have larger glass panels, allowing you to bring in more light while maintaining the appeal of a French door.

Cenergy French/Garden Doors

These European-style doors have been carefully designed by Centra’s team to mix energy efficiency and views, with a durable, thermal-efficient frame and large, top-quality glass units offering the best of both worlds. Cenergy Doors are also incredibly secure with many locking points, giving you the peace of mind you deserve. Single and double door and in-swing and out-swing options are available.

Top Tip: Looking for a stylish new entry door as part of your renovations? Centra offers those too!

Patio doors aren’t just an architectural feature – they’re the key to a more enjoyable summer! They combine style with efficiency, and even health benefits, and finding the right one is a fantastic way to improve any home. If you’re thinking about patio door upgrades, reach out to Centra today for a free consultation.

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Written by: Windows Geeks
Updated by: Les Ferris , July 2, 2024

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