The Best Patio Sliding Windows

Safe Sliding Patio Windows

• The best sliding patio windows from a safety perspective are those that are constructed from tempered glass. Tempered glass is designed to break into many, small, dull pieces when shattered. If you have children, particularly young ones, in your home, tempered glass will prevent them from being injured by sharp glass shards should they run into the sliding window while playing and break it. Another option when considering safety is to select a sliding patio window that is made with laminated glass. This kind of glass provides the best protection from ultraviolet rays, blocking 90 percent of the rays from entering your home. If you spend a lot of time near the sliding glass windows, this should provide a reasonable amount of protection from skin damage caused by sun exposure. Superseal Windows are recommended by eBuild as an excellent option for a safe, tempered glass sliding window. The DP-50 rated door features a fusion-welded frame and tempered clear insulated glass.

Temperature Control

• High-quality sliding patio windows are able to effectively regulate the temperature of the room in which they are placed. The best windows are those that do not allow drafts of air, either cool or hot, to enter your home. Look for double-paned windows made with argon gas. When this gas is inserted between window panes, it helps improve window performance. Window manufacturer Vetter is recommended by eBuild as an excellent producer of sliding patio units. The ProV French sliding patio door features fully welded frames, tandem ball-bearing rollers and low E2 argon-filled glass, which makes it an efficient option.

Noise Reduction

• Another factor to consider when looking at sliding patio windows is their ability to effectively reduce noise. Laminated glass is good in this respect as it helps block outside noise from traveling through the glass and into your home. If you live near a freeway or busy street, laminated glass may be the best option for you. Anderson windows is recommended as a fine producer of high-quality, laminated glass sliding patio doors, which reduce noise and are energy efficient. Anderson’s strength is also in the many design options and finishes it offers.