Sliding patio doors also referred to as patio doors are typically made of durable glass and steel aluminum vinyl or wood frames these doors are designed to offer a clear view into your backyard and many include sliding door locks that offer added security to your home.
How to fit sliding patio doors.
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Sliding patio doors usually have one door that is fixed and another that slides.
The typical patio door opening is 6 8 tall and 6 to 12 feet wide.
They can be used to open your home to other areas like your patio or deck as well.
If you have a knockdown not preassembled door frame assemble it on the deck garage floor or other flat surface.
Homeowners often install sliding glass doors in order to let in sunlight or to give them easy access to a patio or backyard.
Caulk and install the new sliding door frame.
You ve installed patio link pet door insert and now its time to install a weather seal inside your glass sliding door.
Dry fit the assembled door frame in the opening to make sure everything fits.
Sliding patio doors are space saving alternatives to swinging doors.
They often have aluminum frames although they may be vinyl steel or wood.
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Sliding patio doors often come in standard sizes so it shouldn t be too complicated to order a door that will fit.
To measure your patio sliding door opening for replacement remove the wood trim first so that you can get more accurate measurements.