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Types of Exterior Glass Doors

Before you've ever set foot inside, it's true that your exterior doors set the tone of your home. In front, it's the first thing that people notice and interact with when they arrive, and different types of doors are great at setting the stage for what they'll encounter while inside. If you've ever heard the phrase curb appeal, it's this altogether impression of your front door, the path up and the facade of your entire home that leaves an impression long before anyone steps inside.

But it's not just about your front door. Patio doors do the same for your backyard as they do for the front of your home, and the right door can make all the difference in the world as to how you leave and enter multiple times per day, especially if you work from home or spend much of your day at home. Worse yet, the wrong door, in addition to sending the wrong message about your home, could be an energy-wasting culprit, as drafty joints and seals send all your comfortable and cool air out into the world. That's money leaving your pocket, and a new door can help fix all that, as well as help beautify and modernize your home.

Patio Doors

As the most likely place for an exterior glass door, patio doors, French doors and sliding glass doors come in many varieties, and can be customized to just about any application and fit. Ranging from about five feet to as wide as 13 feet and beyond, patio doors are typically glass set in some kind of fiberglass, wood or vinyl frames and they're great for letting in lots of natural light. With the same energy-saving characteristics as front doors, patio doors can slide, open inward or outward, or retract and fade away, allowing you to seamlessly integrate your outdoor area into the overall feel.

The most common type of patio door is a sliding exterior glass door. More like a movable window than an actual door, sliding doors maximize the light that enters your home while still allowing you an easy way to enter and exit -- or just leave it open to fully integrate the inside and out. A more upscale version of the sliding glass door, French patio doors are great when you want a more sophisticated or elegant look, and you can choose whether they open inward or out, or whether both doors can be opened.

If you'd like to learn more about the right exterior glass doors for your home, including French swinging and sliding doors, patio sliding doors, or any glass doors for your home's exterior, please contact us.