Interesting Facts You Never Knew About Patio Doors

We are so happy you’ve joined us for today’s article. Today, we’re going to be teaching you some interesting information on Patio Doors. There are some really neat facts here so keep reading to learn more. If you are in need of a new Patio Door please contact us for your free quote today. Interesting Facts You Never Knew About Patio Doors

 

  1. “Handedness” of a sliding door is expressed as seen by an observer outside the building. A left-handed door opens on the left side, and a right-handed door opens on the right. Interesting Facts You Never Knew About Patio Doors
  2. The traditional sliding doors design has two-panel sections, one fixed-stationary and one mobile to slide open.
  3. French Doors are called French Doors because they originated in France. 
  4. The origins of French Doors can be traced back to the French Renaissance. During the seventeenth century, it became fashionable to have open space in the home. Glass French Doors soon replaced the wooden doors for more open space. 
  5. French Doors are also known by other names like Double Doors and Dutch Doors although these are less commonly used to describe them. 
  6. Sliding glass doors are popular in Southern Europe and throughout the United States. They are used in: hotel rooms, condominiums, apartments, and residences; for access to upper balconies. They are great for large views out , enhanced natural light in, and to increase incoming fresh air.
  7. The door of the Vehicle Assembly Building of the Tanegashima Space Center holds the Guinness world record for largest sliding door. Each wing of the door measures at a height of 67.5 meters, width of 27 meters, and thickness of 2.5 meters.
  8. Security design in the doors is aimed at preventing the doors both fixed and sliding from being lifted off their rails.
  9. The two most popular types of glass patio doors are sliding doors and French doors. 
  10. With consistent light cleaning, but without any major maintenance, sliding patio doors usually last about 30 years. 
  11. Old Patio Doors can contribute to a significant loss in energy over time. In fact, they can contribute to 30% more energy loss on a daily basis. 

 

Final Thoughts

We hope you’ve learned a ton of neat information about Patio Doors in today’s article. What is your favorite Patio Door fact? Please comment below if you think we missed anything. Again, please feel free to reach out to us for your free quote today. Finally, visit our website for more information on all of our unique Patio Doors. Thanks for reading and we will see you next time. 

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