Patio doors can seamlessly blend one area to the next, creating an elegant transition in any home. By installing patio doors, you allow harmony to spill to the outdoors. With this visually stimulating and aesthetically appealing link to nature, you're guaranteed to enhance your living experience.
New or improved patio doors are a great way to increase the appeal of your home, so it all boils down to your budget, needs, and preferred style. With the proper contour and structure, a patio door will afford your interior design the means to gracefully pour to the outdoors, creating an unobstructed flow and tranquil integration between man-made architecture and nature.
If you're weighing the options of replacing your door or adding a patio door to your home, now is a great time to learn about the choices that are available to you. Making an informed decision ensures you get quality, value, safety, security, and an ideal design.
A door is an inlet to your home. Whether you're looking at a replacement or want something more involved by doing a renovation, you need to remember that any access to the exterior is an additional way to have your home breached. Windows and doors invite opportunity for those who are looking for it.
Yet, they don't have to be an area of concern if you go into the selection process fully informed. US Window & Door is here to help: with decades of expert service, knowing all the ins and outs of glass security is second nature. Here, you'll find the all-around assistance you need when it comes to the safest and most secure options that will protect your home and family.
Keep your residence beautiful and stylish while averting the potential for disaster. The Milgard door lineup of patio doors has everything you need to stay safe while being at the height of fashionable and contemporary structural design.
Before examining the specifics of doors, you need to first determine what's going on with the mechanics of the space. Do you want to renovate your home or merely replace a patio door? How much room is available inside versus outside? What type of aesthetics and mechanisms would look and feel the best where the door will be going? Where will the door lead? Will weather patterns affect the doors? Is the location an easy invitation for potential pests and intruders?
Once you've determined how well a patio door will fit where you want it to go, the next step is to explore the right type of door and style for your placement. There are several to choose from, depending on your wants, needs, and budget. As patio doors come in standard or custom door options, you'll be able to select what works best for you!
When it comes to patio doors, the type of door definitely makes a difference. Are you limited on space, or is there a large area to work with? Do you want a full, accessible, and clear view or the aesthetics of mullions and grids? What about security and safety?
These and other questions should be looked into when deciding on the specific style you crave. The three main types are bifold, French, and sliding doors. Each type has its unique features and qualities. It's best to consider all that Milgard and US Window & Door have to offer before making a selection. Our skilled staff can help you make an educated choice.
Bifold patio doors offer the right blend of classiness and functionality. With an accordion appearance, they add a crisp and inviting fluidity from your interior to exterior. Giving the feel of breezy openness, they'll be an attractive addition to any home. Use them if you want to draw focus upon the link you have to the outdoors.
These folding doors are, in essence, moving glass wall systems. Steel ball bearings and aluminum door frames in several colors mark these doors as an efficient way to add style and grace to your home. A built-in water feature acts as a barrier during heavy rains. Plus, an interlock system is resistant to break-ins.
French patio doors are at the apex of elegance and sophistication. Available in a wide range of custom options, you can get them in solid glass or use the artistry of a stylish grid design to contribute to the ambiance of a more formal aesthetic. They're double-doors, with a fascinating and dramatic transitional impact, and come in three styles:
Sliding patio doors aren't limited to a French style. In fact, they come in an array of configurations suitable for any home, including a more compact single-door setup. They're ideal for smaller places where every inch of the area is important. Out of the three types of patio designs, sliding doors are the most versatile, fitting a wide spectrum of budgets.
IIn addition to their range of aesthetics, sliding patio doors offer a number of options, including screens, which negate a lot of insect infiltration. Obscured glass is another elective characteristic. It diffuses light, allowing it to indirectly enter while keeping your interior private.
For security reasons in general, sliding patio doors offer the greatest protection. The head and sill slides incorporate dual channels, ensuring the door stays on track and cannot be lifted out. This, in conjunction with weatherstripping, also helps defend against the elements.
Different doors feature different door materials. Yes, some can be interchangeable, but it's best to study what you're interested in so you can figure out the best option for your lifestyle, tastes, and budget.
Coming in both a standard and thermally-improved composition, Milgard's Aluminum series is the go-to for bifold patio doors. Resistant to corrosion and available in a number of complementing colors, you're sure to find an ideal design for your needs. A cost-effective alternative to vinyl or fiberglass doors, it offers contemporary elegance for modern structures, as well as a classic look for historic homes.
Vinyl, or uPVC, is a blossoming trend in patio doors. Not only is it geared toward adaptability, but it encompasses strength and durability, all presented in a relatively maintenance-free package. Vinyl is long-lasting but also excellent at withstanding the elements. Milgard’s Tuscany series best exemplifies this for both French and sliding doors.
Traditionally, French doors have had a wooden frame. Aside from Masonite French door options, US Window & Door offers a state-of-the-art alternative for glass patio entryways.
Milgard’s Ultra series gives the impression of a classic wooden frame. This is the most beneficial option if your preference is to stand by the true look of wood. Eliminate the rot, splitting, and general weakness that plagues a typical wooden frame, but remain steadfast to its beauty. Combine durability and reliability to seamless patio door aesthetics with this attractive style.
Glass options for patio doors are designed to enhance natural light and views. Additionally, they afford many energy-saving and safety features dependent upon your customization tastes.
A tremendous upgrade to your glass is an option to boost energy efficiency in your home. Designed to slow in-house temperature changes, it does so through the use of gas and multiple panes, complete with a moisture-preventing barrier. SunCoat or SunCoatMax Low-E coating affords protection against harmful UV rays, saving yourself and your home's interior.
Milgard glass is resistant to forced entry, too. And it also offers noise reduction. Obscure the view to your interior with sand-blasted or acid-etched glass. But perhaps you want to create privacy with a crisp look instead. In this case, go with one of the many available internal or external grid patterns with sculpted or beveled glass panels for enhanced texture.
Plus, Milgard and US Window & Door incorporate a lifetime warranty with your purchase as long as you own your home, and this includes glass breakage. Even if you decide to put your residence on the market, the built-in warranty will transfer over to the new owner for up to ten years from the original installation date. This provides comfort and peace of mind when it comes to the secure feeling of knowing that you're safe.
US Window & Door presents a treasure trove of styles and options when it comes to patio doors. Each has unique features that cater to individual needs. Take Milgard Trinsic vs. Tuscany doors, for example. The Trinsic line focuses on protection from the natural elements, while Tuscany's primary concern is home security.
Tuscany doors are standardized with a SmartLock handle system, providing the utmost in security when it comes to accessing a building. Boasting a multi-level locking mechanism, its Smart Touch bolt has the highest level of break-in prevention, all at the simple flip of a lever.
US Window & Door offers you the total package when it comes to patio security, depending on your needs. However, for added peace of mind, there are several additional measures you can take to ensure that your safety is in good hands.
There are rudimentary as well as technological ways to establish the personal protection you're looking for. With these methods, you won't give worry and concern a second thought!
A primitive form of security that has consistently withstood the test of time, a blocking bar is a simple way to protect your home. Working for sliding windows and doors, it prevents movement and stops intruders. It's an efficient and cost-effective measure when it comes to home security. However, it can hamper exit in the event of an emergency.
Window films offer an enhanced layer of protection over the glass. They're made of thin layers of tear-resistant plastic, so they hold the glass in place if it breaks. Plus, films add another coating of protection against smashing, making the glass less likely to shatter in lower-impact situations. There are quite a number of residential window films available to suit a plethora of requirements.
Clasp locks are an affordable way to ensure your home's security. They come in a variety of styles and designs to fit absolutely everything. Foot bolts, and even header bolts, offer an additional level of locking protection to deter unwanted entrance.
In the 21st century, alarm systems are a go-to measure for home safety. The number of options available today are seemingly endless. From simple chiming door stops that notify you when the door is opened to vibration monitors that sense tampering, your bases are covered. Alarm systems are a logical choice for protection, too. Both third-party monitoring and self-surveillance via computers and phones are viable home security solutions. Motion sensors and video cameras can't hurt, either.
US Window & Door offers the best options in patio entrances for Greater San Diego and Southern Orange County. Whether you're looking to spice your old doors up with a new look, or add something different to your home, opt for a trusted source that has been around for decades and will be there for you from start to finish.
With warranties, security features, and state-of-the-art weather and home protection, you can't go wrong with the #1 rated Milgard window and door distributor and installer in San Diego. Ensure your peace of mind by choosing the experts. Contact us for a free estimate* today! We’re just a call away. Guarantee yourself a safe and secure residence without sacrificing beauty. Live out your full potential by living in style! Let US Window & Door give you the home you deserve.
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