The Features and Benefits of Hinged and Sliding Patio Doors

Struggling to decide between hinged and sliding patio doors? This is a tough call for many homeowners, as both options offer many benefits. In today’s post, Renewal by Anderson of Central Pennsylvania will discuss the different advantages of both styles to help you choose:

Traditional Hinged French Doors

First and foremost, consider your home’s architectural style. French doors tend to complement traditional architectural styles like Colonial or Prairie homes, especially when you can match the grilles with those of your windows.

Another consideration is the material of your trim and the style of furniture in your home. French doors are associated with wood finishes, so if your home fits the description, then that’s one more reason to choose hinged French doors. Our Frenchwood® patio door frames have stainable oak, maple, and pine finishes as additional options. As another benefit, our hinged doors create a corridor-like visual effect that provides a sense of harmony between your indoor and outdoor spaces.

Contemporary Sliding Patio Doors

If your home is more modern looking, then sliding patio doors might be the better option. Renewal by Andersen sliding doors are not just beautiful, but also easy to use. The door tracks have adjustable, self-lubricating dual tandem rollers that glide on steel wheels with ball bearings, providing smooth and effortless operation.

For more indoor lighting, you’ll love our sliding contemporary doors. Our standard sliding patio door options feature our Narroline® or Perma-Shield® frames that are slimmer than standard frames, but also stronger. This allows for a significantly larger glass area that lets in more natural light. Worried about your indoors heating up from the sun? Don’t worry: our High-Performance™ Low-E4® glass options filter harmful UV rays and solar heat, all without compromising indoor brightness.

But what if you want the benefits of both? We have that covered too, with our Frenchwood® gliding patio door option. To learn more, call Renewal by Andersen® of Central PA today at (717) 591-4900 or fill out our contact form for a free, no-obligation consultation. We serve State College and Reading, PA.