Glass Doors

Choosing the right glazing for your home is important. Five key tips to consider.

Fixed glass is more cost effective than sliding, hinged or folding

Fixed glass is more cost effective than sliding, hinged or folding

One large opening door or sliding doors with fixed glass elsewhere can really work well. Consider how often you need to open up the glass, where your furniture will be and key views out to the garden.

Do remember to allow though for cross ventilation in the space.

Supplier L2i
Project Park Road Richmond
Photography Sophie Bates Architects
Frame to glass ratio

Frame to glass ratio

With advances in glass the frame is often less thermally efficient than the glass. Frames also block sight lines.

Supplier Maxlight sliding doors
Project Light Play Kingston
Photography Sophie Bates Architects
Sliding over bi-fold?

Sliding over bi-fold?

Three large sliding doors will give you much better views than a bi-fold with multiple thicker vertical frames. If you really want the ability to open right up invest in a good quality product. The skyline system at 100% Design was smooth to operate and the timber/ aluminium finish looked great.

Supplier Skyline
Go big

Go big

Large glass floor to ceiling has a fantastic impact on a space. Neat, recessed blind details hide away the blind so you have a clean ceiling line. Advances in systems allow for large hinged windows.

Remember to check the weight of the glass to avoid any expensive lifting equipment which is usually excluded from the glazing supplier’s initial quote.

Supplier Maxlight sliding doors
Project Park Road - Richmond
Photography Sophie Bates Architects