Nowadays, balconies and terraces are common features of most single-family homes. Large glass surfaces provide more light and, in the case of passive houses, also allow for better heating. In addition, large windows and glass doors look stylish and modern, making rooms appear bigger and brighter.
When choosing patio doors, it is worth considering several important issues regarding their functionality and comfort of use. Firstly, especially in the case of balcony doors, you should decide whether you prefer hinged or tilt and turn models. The latter option seems to be much more practical, as it allows you to ventilate the rooms without having to fully open the door. This solution can only be used in one leaf of a double door. It is also important that this decision should be made for both classic and sliding doors. Another important point to consider is the height of the threshold, which today no longer needs to be as high as in the past, when it effectively hindered the movement of children or the elderly. Nowadays, thresholds can almost “merge” with the floor, creating a smooth transition from the house to the outside. This makes it much easier to use the terrace exit and at the same time gives the door a more elegant look.
Systems used in balcony doors
Modern systems used in balcony doors allow for the creation of highly durable and functional structures with a high aesthetic value. The Ekoslide system is ideal for fitting out unheated balconies or terraces, without insulation but with the possibility of installing up to six panels. If you want a thermally insulated profile, the Visoglide system will meet your expectations. It allows up to six panels to be mounted on two or three running rails. Three-chamber profiles are suitable for verandas or winter gardens. For those who want to use their patio doors as an indoor exit to the terrace, we recommend the Ultraglide HS system with increased thermal insulation, which ensures comfort and reduces uncontrolled heat loss. The technical parameters of this system enable the creation of structures with very large sashes that move smoothly along two running tracks.
When choosing a door for a balcony or terrace, it is worth choosing an additional solution dedicated to these models of joinery. A special handle mounted from the outside and a door lock will allow you to easily close and open the door from the outside. On the other hand, a brake that locks the door in the open position will ensure that it does not slam shut in the event of an uncontrollable strong gust of wind. In the case of wide doors, it is definitely better to choose sliding models, which, despite their large dimensions, are much easier to open and close than classic but massive sashes.
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