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The French Sliding Door Video

This video explains the features of sliding French doors and what differentiates them from other external patio doors and hinged doors.

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1. The French Sliding Door vs. the Average Patio Door

  • What makes a French sliding door different from a typical patio sliding door is the size of the door stile, which is the structural component of the door's edge. The stile is larger on a French sliding door, which means this type of door has less glass than does the average patio door.
  • The French sliding door can replace a hinged door or be put in to upgrade the look of your sliding patio door with what is known as a French look.

2. The Sliding Door vs. the Hinged Door

  • A sliding door is more energy efficient than a hinged door because of its tighter seal which creates less entry points for heat to escape.
  • With a sliding door, you do not have to deal with the swinging apparatus of a hinged door that sometimes gets in the way of furniture when the door is opened.

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