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TIPS ON EXTENDING THE SERVICE LIFE OF SLIDING PATIO DOORS

Proper installation is key to sliding door longevity, but it isn’t the only thing that matters. It’s imperative to think about the threats to the unit’s integrity early on to make it last for as long as possible more easily.

Tips On Extending The Service Life Of Sliding Patio Doors

Today, Renewal by Andersen® of St. Louis shares expert tips to extend the service life of your sliding patio doors:

Pay Attention to Glazing Technology

Glass cleaning is at the heart of glazed door maintenance, but some products need less attention than others. Coating the outside surface of the exterior pane with titanium dioxide renders washing a breeze.

When exposed to sufficient ultraviolet (UV) light, it loosens the dirt and allows the water to wash it away more quickly. This invisible coating uses the sun to increase the evaporation rate, allowing the glass to dry faster and leave practically no spots. All of our High-Performance™ Low-E4® glass options feature titanium dioxide coating.

Don’t Forget About the Hardware

Like hinged French doors, sliding units need pieces of hardware that can withstand the test of time. All handles can look enduring superficially, but they’re not always tough to the core. Unless they’re forged from solid brass like our Estate™ hardware, they can break more quickly.

Keep the Track and Rollers Free of Dirt

Ease of operation is the number one selling point of sliding door systems, but any debris buildup could suffice to make active panels work jerkily. Dirty rollers usually wear prematurely because dirt, small rocks and even strands can hair impede their movement.

Put a Premium on Lubrication

All moving parts of patio doors need to be lubricated regularly to function properly over time. However, don’t make the mistake of using wet lubricants or solvent-based greases. These substances collect dirt and many other corrosive particles. Instead, we recommend dry lubricants with corrosion inhibitors to shield the hardware from the harsh elements.

Turn to Renewal by Andersen of St. Louis to have long-lasting sliding doors for your patio. Call us at (314) 310-3636 now to schedule your consultation in St. Louis, MO, or any surrounding community, and you can receive a FREE estimate.

Reviews

"The installation crew was very professional and answered what questions I had. And they cleaned up when they were finished. We're very pleased with our windows & patio doors. Highly recommend Renewl by Anderson."

Pamela D
Feb 13, 2023

"Very pleased with installation of six windows and a ProVia entry door. I love the look of the windows and door. I am pleased that my wife is thrilled with the look of the door. She is very pleased that the bronze color fits in well with the color of the brick."

Terry S
Feb 8, 2023

"I just had my Renewal by Andersen windows installed and couldn’t be happier, the entire process went very smoothly. The windows are high quality and look great. But the installers Roy, Zack and Jordan were the stars, they introduced themselves upon arrival walked me thru everything they were going to do and when they finished took me to each window to make sure I was completely satisfied. They were clean and courteous and I would definitely recommend and have them work in my home again."

BOB B
Feb 6, 2023

"Wonderful experience with knowledgeable, competent employees. We had Andersen windows in a previous house & didn’t even consider anything else this time. After replacing our patio door almost two years ago, we replaced all our windows this year. What a difference over builder-grade windows, especially in the really cold temperatures we’ve had this year. Andersen windows may be a little more expensive than other brands, but they are top quality."

Susan S
Jan 31, 2023

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