Energy Efficient Sliding Glass Doors: Save Money and Energy

Homeowners are increasingly looking for ways to reduce energy consumption and lower bills. Your external doors can be a significant source of energy loss if they are not designed and installed appropriately. Sliding glass doors offer beautiful views, easy access to outdoor spaces, and are energy efficient.

This comprehensive guide will explore the benefits of energy efficient sliding glass doors and how they can help you save money while reducing your carbon footprint.

What are sliding glass doors?

Sliding glass doors are a type of external door that opens by sliding along a door track. They typically consist of large glass panels in solid aluminium frames. These doors provide easy access between indoor and outdoor spaces, such as patios, decks, or gardens, while allowing in plenty of natural light. Sliding glass doors have become a popular choice among homeowners looking to create a feeling of space in their homes.

Understanding Energy Efficiency in Sliding Glass Doors

Energy efficient sliding glass doors are designed to minimise heat transfer; they achieve this through advanced materials, innovative design features, and proper installation techniques. These doors help maintain a comfortable indoor temperature and contribute to the overall energy efficiency of your home. This energy efficiency and increased natural light should lead to less use of your light and heating systems, reducing your utility bills.

Key Components of Energy Efficient Sliding Doors

1. 1. Double Glazing: Multiple layers of glass with insulating gas between them provide superior thermal performance. Further efficiency could be found with triple glazing.
   2. Low-E Glass Coatings: These microscopic layers reflect heat while allowing light to pass through, enhancing the door’s insulating properties.
   3. Thermal Break Technology: This feature in the frame reduces heat transfer, improving overall thermal efficiency.
   4. Weather Stripping: High-quality seals prevent air leakage around the door edges.

Benefits of Energy Efficient Sliding Glass Doors

Reduced Energy Bills

Energy efficient sliding glass doors can significantly reduce heat loss in the winter months. This improvement in your home’s energy efficiency translates directly into lower energy bills, especially during extreme weather conditions. High quality glass doors also help reduce your carbon footprint by lowering your energy consumption, contributing to a more sustainable lifestyle.

Enhanced Comfort

Energy efficient sliding glass doors help maintain a more consistent indoor temperature, eliminating cold spots during winter and reducing overheating in summer. This leads to a more comfortable living environment year-round. This improved thermal performance also reduces condensation issues, which can contribute to a healthier indoor environment by preventing mould growth or damp.

Increased Natural Light

Modern sliding doors feature larger glass panels and slim frames, allowing more natural light into your home. This increased influx of daylight can significantly reduce the need for artificial lighting during the day, further contributing to energy savings. This abundance of natural light helps lower your electricity bills and creates a more open, spacious feeling in your home. Additionally, exposure to natural light has been shown to improve mood, increase productivity, and regulate sleep patterns, contributing to overall well-being. By choosing energy efficient sliding glass doors, you’re not just saving energy but also enhancing your living space and potentially improving your quality of life.

Improved Sound Insulation

The same features that make these doors energy efficient also contribute to better sound insulation. This is particularly beneficial if you live in a noisy area but can also dull normal neighbourhood sounds like parties or gardening.

Low Maintenance

At North East Bifolds, we exclusively use aluminium for our sliding glass doors. Aluminium sliding glass doors require minimal upkeep, making them an ideal choice for busy homeowners. Their durable construction and advanced finishes resist wear and tear, meaning less time and money spent on maintenance. Aluminium is naturally corrosion-resistant, ensuring your doors maintain their appearance and functionality even when exposed to the elements. Its strength allows for slimmer frames that maximise glass area without compromising structural integrity.

Why Choose North East Bifolds for Your Energy Efficient Sliding Glass Doors?

At North East Bifolds, we specialise in providing high-quality, energy efficient sliding glass doors to homeowners in the North East. With over 50 years of industry experience, our family-run business is committed to delivering exceptional products and service.

Our energy efficient sliding glass door range includes options to suit various styles and budgets.

We offer:

• • A wide variety of styles and configurations, with sliding doors made to measure for widths from 1.2m to 9m and can reach heights up to 2.5m for larger openings
  • Expert advice to help you choose the right door for your needs, including guidance on customisable options such as colour, hardware and finish
  • Professional installation by our experienced team, ensuring your doors are installed optimally
  • A year of aftercare on all our products and installations, supporting the low-maintenance nature of our aluminium doors
  • Doors designed to maximise natural light, with large expanses of glass that create a brighter and more inviting living space
  • Various interlock sizes and panel options to suit your specific project requirements
  • Advanced security features to ensure your home remains safe and secure

At North East Bifolds, we offer aluminium sliding glass doors with thermally broken aluminium frames and energy efficient glazing options. These advanced features work together to significantly insulate your home and minimise heat loss. The thermal break in the frame acts as a barrier to heat transfer, while our high-performance glazing options, including double and triple glazing with low-E coatings, further enhance the door’s insulating properties. This combination ensures that our sliding glass doors not only look stunning but also contribute substantially to your home’s overall energy efficiency.

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Energy efficient sliding glass doors are more than just a home improvement; they’re an investment in your comfort, wallet, and the environment. By choosing high-quality, energy efficient doors, you can enjoy lower energy bills, a more comfortable home, and the peace of mind that comes with knowing you’re reducing your carbon footprint.

At North East Bifolds, we’re committed to helping you make the best choice for your home. Our energy efficient sliding glass doors offer the perfect blend of style, functionality, and energy savings. Whether you’re considering sliding doors or bifold doors, we have options to suit the style of your home. Contact us today to learn how we can help you upgrade your home with beautiful, energy efficient sliding glass doors. Let’s work together to create a more comfortable, efficient, and sustainable living space for you and your family.

Contact North East Bifolds today for a free, no-obligation quote. You can call us on 01915813987, email us at sales@northeastbifolds.co.uk or visit us at North Crescent, Seaham, SR7 8RD.