Are Sliding Security Doors the Best Option For Your Patio?

While a single, regularly-sized patio door is relatively easy to protect, it can be harder to set up security on double or wall-wide patio openings. You may have looked at standard security doors without finding a good solution.

Why not try sliding security doors? These doors are perfect for many patios. 

Customised Security

If you have a double-doored entrance to your patio or if you have a folding door solution that opens up a wider space, then sliding security doors could be a better fit for the space you have.

You can buy these doors in a range of standard sizes. If your door space is an unusual size or has an odd configuration, then you can have custom-made security doors designed to fit the space.

For example, you can have a larger door built for your patio entrance. Or you can choose one with a stacking system that allows you to slide open doors in different areas whenever you like.

A Sleeker Look

Traditional security doors are hinged so that they open on one side. If you've designed your patio glass so that you get a clear and unimpeded view outdoors, then having an open hinged door may jar a little.

The door will be in plain sight whenever you open it to let some air in or to get in and out of your garden. If you use a sliding security door, it slides neatly away so it won't stick out as much.

Fewer Open Door Problems

On windy days, hinged security doors may blow closed quite easily. You'll get bored if you can't keep the door open; the noise of it banging shut every time a gust catches it will be irritating.

A sliding security door doesn't have this problem. It's held in place on its runners so you can open it as little or as much as you like and know that it won't shut on its own.

If you have kids running in and out of the house to your garden, then a sliding door may also prevent accidents. A hinged door creates an obstruction outside. Kids may run into the door or hurt themselves on it when they run around. This won't happen with a sliding door that is held flat.

Your best bet now is to call out some local security door companies. They can take a look at your patio area and help you choose an effective sliding door solution.

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