Considerations When Choosing a Patio Door

Your home's back patio is meant to be a retreat from your busy daily life. Part of what makes a patio an oasis is a lovely door. Not only does a patio door increase the appeal of the outside space, but it also helps add character and light to the interior of the home as well. Patio doors can be more than just an entryway. Use the opportunity to add charm to the overall appeal of your home.

The following are some things to consider as you choose a door for your outdoor patio.

Which Material Is Best?

One part of choosing a patio door is the material of the door. Different materials provide different aesthetics to match your home's personality. You also should think about durability and longevity as you choose your patio door material.

Wooden patio doors provide different colors and finishes. You have more design options when you choose a wooden patio door, as they are more easily customized. Depending on your aesthetic, you can choose an ornate wooden patio door or a more simplified door. Wood also has quality insulating properties, which help your home's overall energy efficiency.

Fiberglass is a durable door material. Fiberglass patio doors have a powder-coat finish that can be customized to any color combination you like.

Glass patio doors range from basic panes to ornamental, etched glass. Glass allows natural light to stream in from outside, which is a major benefit to this door material.

Which Type of Patio Door Is Best?

The type of patio door you choose depends on the look you are going for in your home. There are a wide variety of doors to choose from. Hinged, bifold , and sliding patio doors are among the most common types of doors. Each has its own benefits to consider.

A hinged patio door can be designed in several ways. You can opt for a single door entry like most other doors in a home in which you open and close with a single doorknob. Another popular option is double- hinged doors. Also known as French doors, double-hinged doors provide a classic look with a wide entryway for better convenience and outdoor light exposure.

Bifold patio doors are another design option to consider. These doors consist of folding panels you can move to either side of the doorway as you enter and exit the patio. You can customize these doors with special handles and colors. Glass is a popular material for bifold doors.

A sliding patio door is among the most common door configurations for patios. A sliding glass door is ideal particularly for smaller areas as there is no need to maintain space for the door to swing open or closed. Glass patio doors are fantastic when you wish to have natural sunlight in your home.

If you choose sliding patio doors, consider the different options available. You can opt for a single pane of glass for each door, which is more classic. One pane of glass remains stationary while the other opens and closes. You may also wish to use expansive panels that can slide against each other, allowing for a larger opening if you wish.

Sliding doors may also offer a screen option, which allows you to leave the doors open for fresh air flow while avoiding pest intrusion.

A home's patio is an extension of an indoor space, so carefully consider all your options. If you have any questions about patio doors, please contact us at  Mikro Corp . We are happy to help you consider the options available and select a style best suited for your home's design and style.