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Sliding Patio Doors |
Sliding patio doors, a mainstay of many American homes, have many advantages. They bring in light, create a sense of openness and help to make your back yard an extension of your home.
Should You Replace Your Sliding Patio Doors?
If you own an older home, or if your sliding patio doors have been in place more than 10 or 15 years, it's probably time to replace them. According to the National Association of Homebuilders, some of the hottest, most inexpensive trends in home improvements these days are those that add energy efficiency to your home. Glass is a poor insulator, and if your sliding patio doors are fairly old, a good portion of the money you spend on energy bills is literally going right out the window. Plus, many older doors are framed in aluminum - another conductor of heat and cold that exposes your home to the elements.
Meet Today's Sliding Patio Doors
The glass doors you're used to are a thing of the past. Today's sliding patio doors are built with insulation, energy efficiency, and style in mind. In most modern versions, you'll find a thermal break, which is a layer of plastic insulation that separates the interior and exterior parts of the frame, and helps to insulate your home.
Additionally, consider investing in models that offer several layers of glass, as well as low-e coatings low-conductivity gases between panes of glass - all of these features add energy efficiency that really pays off, particularly if you live in an extreme climate.
A relatively small investment in new sliding patio doors for your home can reap big rewards in terms of comfort, appeal, and resale value. |
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