Smooth, Space-Saving Opening
Sliding patio doors move cleanly along their track, making them ideal where inward or outward swing doors would reduce usable floor space.
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Patio Doors Built for Light, Security and Everyday Ease
Open up your home with made-to-measure patio doors designed around your layout, your comfort priorities and your preferred finish.
- uPVC and aluminium sliding door pathways tailored to your opening
- Two, three and four-pane configuration options available
- PAS 24-focused upgrade routes available where project briefs require
- Installed across Kent with a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee
Why Homeowners Choose Patio Doors for Rear Living Spaces
Patio doors remain a practical favourite for kitchens, lounges and extensions because they combine large glazed views with space-saving operation and robust daily performance.
More Daylight, Better Garden Views
Large glazed panes and slim sightlines help draw in natural light, opening up kitchens, lounges and open-plan extensions throughout the day.
Thermal and Weather Performance
Modern frame construction, quality gaskets and correctly specified glazing help support thermal comfort and controlled draught resistance year-round.
Security Built Into Daily Use
Multi-point locking, reinforced frame details and specification-led hardware choices are planned around practical household security priorities.
Material, Configuration and Finish Routes
Compare uPVC and aluminium pathways, then choose the right panel layout and finish for your opening width, access pattern and overall home style.
uPVC Patio Sliding Doors
A practical low-maintenance route with strong thermal pathways and clean operation for day-to-day family use.
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Aluminium Patio Sliding Doors
Slimline aluminium systems support larger glazed spans, sharper sightlines and contemporary finish options.
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Two, Three and Four-Panel Layouts
From compact two-panel openings to wider four-panel spans, panel count is matched to opening width and how you use the space.
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Colour and Finish Planning
Frame finish choices can be matched to nearby windows, brick tone and exterior details for a coherent whole-house appearance.
Explore related optionsGlazing and Performance Planning
Our recommendations are built around practical outcomes: warmer rooms, smoother operation, controlled outside noise and a clearer understanding of long-term performance.
Thermal Pathways Around 1.4 W/m2K
Current patio sliding pathways can achieve around 1.4 W/m2K with suitable double-glazed build-ups and warm-edge spacer combinations.
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Acoustic Comfort by Specification
Glass thickness, laminate options and frame sealing quality all influence noise transfer into living spaces facing roads or exposed boundaries.
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Track, Threshold and Operation Detail
The right track format and threshold detail help balance weather performance, day-to-day access and cleaner transitions between rooms and patios.
Learn moreSpecification Notes from Current Manufacturer Supply Pathways
- uPVC and aluminium sliding patio pathways are available, with system choice based on opening size, sightline preference and maintenance priorities.
- Typical double-glazed routes include 24mm to 28mm units with Low-E, argon and warm-edge spacer options depending on system.
- Low-threshold options are available on selected pathways where access planning is a priority.
- S67 in-line pathways commonly support twin and triple track options with guidance sizes up to approximately 2.4m x 2.4m (2-pane), 3.6m x 2.4m (3-pane) and 4.8m x 2.4m (4-pane).
- S67 in-line and S140 lift-and-slide pathways can achieve compliant U-values around 1.4 W/m2K in refurbishment-led specifications, depending on pane and glazing build-up.
- S140 lift-and-slide routes support larger panel capacities, with final limits and performance confirmed at survey and technical sign-off.
Final project performance depends on opening size, panel count, glazing build-up, threshold selection and installation quality.
Security and Compliance Priorities
Security planning starts with practical daily protection, then scales to enhanced specification routes where property risk profile or compliance targets demand more.
Multi-Point Locking as Core Specification
Sliding patio systems can be configured with hook-based and interlock-focused locking points to strengthen resistance at key attack points.
PAS 24 and Document Q Upgrade Routes
Where required for project briefs, tested upgrade pathways can be reviewed during survey to align with security-led specification targets.
Access and Threshold Planning
Threshold choices are reviewed alongside weather performance and everyday access priorities so final specification suits the property layout.
Smart Monitoring Compatibility
Selected hardware pathways can be prepared for smart status monitoring so you can check lock state and opening status more easily.
How Your Patio Door Project Runs
A clear process keeps the project predictable: survey, specification, installation and documentation-led handover with practical aftercare.
Step 1
Home Survey and Opening Assessment
We review your existing opening, measure accurately, and confirm whether two, three or four-panel systems are the right fit for your space.
Step 2
Specification and Quote Clarity
Your quote covers frame material, pane layout, glazing pathway, threshold options and security upgrades so decisions are easy to compare.
Step 3
Installation by Local Teams
Installers remove existing units, fit and align your new patio system, then complete weather-sealing and operational checks before handover.
Step 4
Handover and Aftercare Support
You receive practical usage guidance, care advice and your guarantee documents, with follow-up support from the Homebrite team.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to common planning, specification and installation questions before you commit.
Are patio doors a good option for smaller rooms?
Yes. Sliding operation avoids swing space, which helps preserve usable floor area in kitchens, dining spaces and compact rear extensions.
Can I choose between uPVC and aluminium patio doors?
Yes. Both material pathways are available. During survey we compare sightlines, maintenance needs, thermal priorities and project budget.
What configuration sizes are typically available?
Common pathways include two, three and four-panel layouts. Final available sizes depend on the chosen system, sash limits and structural opening conditions.
Do patio doors support enhanced security specifications?
Yes. Multi-point locking is standard, and additional upgrade pathways can be discussed where PAS 24-focused or Document Q-focused briefs apply.
Can I specify low-threshold options?
Yes. Low-threshold options are available on selected systems. We review access priorities and weather-exposure considerations before final recommendation.
Do I need planning permission to replace patio doors?
Most like-for-like replacements are permitted development, but listed properties and conservation areas may require consent. We can help you check this before installation.
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