Can’t Decide on a Patio Door Style? Consider These Factors

Patio doors come in many different styles and configurations, and choosing the best option for your home can be overwhelming. To help simplify the process for you, we share the three most important factors to consider when you make your decision:

There are things to consider before you make a choice. Here are some of them:

Weather

The weather in your area determines whether you need storm doors, safety glass for your windows, or patio doors with reinforced materials. If you live in an area that experiences heavy rainfall and strong storms, your patio doors need to be made of materials strong enough to withstand these forces. Our traditional patio doors are extremely durable and can resist whatever Mother Nature throws at them. They are also highly energy efficient.

Architectural Design of Your Home

Your home’s design plays a big part in choosing your patio door. Our hinged French doors are perfectly suited for traditional-style homes, while modern homes tend to look best with sliding doors featuring a bold trim. Make sure your door complements the overall design of your home so it enhances the beauty of your living space.

To that end, it’s important to consider the colors used in other parts of the house. Our design specialists can offer suggestions and even create a perfect color match if you’re looking to match your doors with other colors in your home. At Renewal by Andersen® Central PA, we have everything from white to bronze and other bold colors.

Walking Space

Patio doors come in different configurations such as hinged doors and sliding doors. Both styles have their advantages, but an important consideration is space. If the area around your patio door is a bit cramped, you’d be better off with a sliding door, whereas wide, open spaces can work well with swinging doors.

Your options range from our sliding contemporary doors to traditional hinged French doors. You just need to consider the overall style and set-up of the rest of your home to determine which patio door style would work best. Renewal by Andersen Central PA is here to help with other technical details, too. Call us at (717) 591-4900 for a free estimate. We serve all of State College and Reading, PA.